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5 Red Team Exercises in cybersecurity

5 Red Team Exercises That Expose Your Real Security Gaps in 2025

Most security tools create a false sense of protection. Explore 5 realistic red team exercises with Notion templates that help you plan tests mirroring sophisticated attackers and identify critical vulnerabilities in your organization

5 min read
impact of MCP on traditional security

How MCP Creates AI Superpowers That Bypass Traditional Security Models

The Model Context Protocol lets AI access multiple systems simultaneously, creating security risks most organizations aren't prepared for. Learn the strategic framework needed for proper MCP governance.

9 min read
achieving AI governance maturity

What Microsoft Knows About AI Security That Most CISOs Don't?

Traditional security fails with AI systems. Discover Microsoft's RAI Maturity Model and practical steps to advance from Level 1 to Level 5 in AI security governance.

8 min read
imposter syndrome in cybersecurity and how to conquer it

You Feel Like an Imposter and That's Okay: Here's How to Build Up Confidence

Cybersecurity imposter syndrome is practically universal among leaders. Learn how deliberate failure builds genuine confidence no certification provides.

5 min read
Ai in reverse engineering 3 ai reverse engineering tools

AI Can Now Reverse Engineer Malware - 3 Tools For Your Arsenal

Three powerful AI tools enable analysts to automate complex binary analysis. See how security teams can reverse engineer without additional headcount.

6 min read
Mandos cybersecurity leadership article on The Builder Strikes Back: How Security Teams Must Reclaim Their Engineering Edge

The Builder Strikes Back: How Security Teams Must Reclaim Their Engineering Edge

The vendor dependency trap is crippling security teams. AI is democratizing building capabilities that were once vendor-exclusive. Develop these five critical skills now before your competitors do.

7 min read
5 AI Agent Types Modern Security Teams Must Know About

5 AI Agent Types Modern Security Teams Must Know About

I've decoded the AI agent types that are revolutionizing enterprise cybersecurity programs. Are you leveraging all five? Discover which ones your security team is missing and how you can use them for your advantage.

8 min read
How to Transition from Individual Cybersecurity Contributor to Strategic Leader by Nikoloz Kokhreidze

How to Transition from a Security Engineer or Analyst to a Strategic Leader

Unlock your leadership potential in cybersecurity. Learn to communicate business value, build strategic networks, and embrace mentorship to bridge the gap between technical expertise and executive roles.

4 min read
Building intelligence-led SOC, practical guide for cybersecurity leaders

3 Critical Steps to Build an Intelligence-Led SOC

Learn how to transform your Security Operations Center from reactive to proactive. Discover key strategies to overcome common challenges and build an intelligence-led SOC.

5 min read

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