LevelBlue Blog

This is part two of a two-part blog. See part one here. This is a continuation of my interview with Scott Scheppers, chief experience officer for LevelBlue, on the cybersecurity talent shortage. Scheppers points out that organizations have to pay attention to compensation when it comes to talent retention. “Good pay - don’t discount that. You need… Read more →

For anyone who follows industry trends and related news I am certain you have been absolutely inundated by the torrent of articles and headlines about ChatGPT, Google’s Bard, and AI in general. Let me apologize up front for adding yet another article to the pile. I promise this one is worth a read, especially for anyone looking for… Read more →

Introduction In recent years, the field of cybersecurity has witnessed a significant influx of professionals from non-Information Technology (IT) backgrounds who are making the leap into this dynamic industry. As a cybersecurity technical developer and instructor, I have had the privilege of delivering many customers in-person and virtual training courses and meeting numerous individuals seeking to transition into cybersecurity from… Read more →

This blog was written by an independent guest blogger. In the last 18 months, many people have learned a lot about themselves.  The solitude of lockdowns, isolation, remote work, and seemingly endless video meetings have taxed everyone’s mental health. One would think that cybersecurity would have been unaffected by these shifts in working environments and habits. … Read more →

As I read Angela Duckworth's GRIT, where she explains that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent but a unique blend of passion and persistence she calls "grit," I was able to relate the need for this power of passion and perseverance to be a successful cybersecurity professional and more importantly a trusted cybersecurity consultant. It takes a… Read more →