Daniel Brecht

Daniel Brecht has been writing for the Web since 2007. His interests include computers, mobile devices and cyber security standards. He has enjoyed writing on a variety of topics ranging from cloud computing to application development, web development and e-commerce. Brecht has several years of experience as an Information Technician in the military and as an education counselor. He holds a graduate Certificate in Information Assurance and a Master of Science in Information Technology.

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General security June 10, 2020 Daniel Brecht

Top eight podcasts episodes and webinars on closing the skills gap and starting a cybersecurity career

These days, employers are facing millions of unfilled IT security positions and a shortage of talented workers. In fact, there may be as many as 3.5 million...

Phishing May 28, 2020 Daniel Brecht

Should you phish-test your remote workforce?

When the novel coronavirus pandemic began, it caused more than a medical emergency and lockdowns. Like many events before, it also caused an increase in phishing....

General security May 26, 2020 Daniel Brecht

Certifications compared: Linux+ vs RHCSA/RHCE

In the past couple of years, there has been a growing demand for open source skills in order to fill shortage gaps. According to the 2018 Open Source Technology...

General security May 25, 2020 Daniel Brecht

How much can I make in cybersecurity?

Cybersecurity is a growing field, and with the shortage of specialists expected to grow and the prospect of up to 3.5 million unfilled job positions by 2021,...

General security May 7, 2020 Daniel Brecht

How to turn your IT team into a security team

Building a strong security team should be a priority for all organizations today. This includes companies that already have a good IT team on board made of...

Malware analysis May 6, 2020 Daniel Brecht

Top 6 malware strains to watch out for in 2020

Malware is a favorite way for cybercriminals to launch attacks. A number of malware types have made the news as responsible for data theft and high-profile...

General security May 5, 2020 Daniel Brecht

Cybersecurity manager certifications compared: CIPM vs. CISM vs. GSLC vs. CISSP

These days, no organization can run successfully without cybersecurity managers. In their oversight role, cybersecurity managers ensure staff follows cyber...

How to work with HR or recruiters to improve your cybersecurity hiring strategy

With the IT security industry’s skills shortage and the high demand for advanced cybersecurity pros, finding those who possess the traits of an “ideal...

General security April 22, 2020 Daniel Brecht

Certifications compared: GCFA vs. CSFA vs. CCFP

An increase in computer crimes is driving the need for more certified forensics analysts. These specialists have a crucial role in gathering information from...

Phishing April 22, 2020 Daniel Brecht

Phishing techniques: Contest winner scam

Phishing scams are among the most serious and pervasive frauds operating today. One of the most used tactics is a scheme that has been around for years now:...

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