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Why Cybersecurity Careers Aren't Always as “Technical” as You Think
Ben Gonsalves 04/06/2026

Why Cybersecurity Careers Aren't Always as “Technical” as You Think

Many people assume cybersecurity careers require advanced coding skills or a computer science degree, but that’s not always the case. While technical knowledge is important, many entry-level cybersecurity roles rely heavily on communication, problem-solving, curiosity, and critical thinking. This article explores what SOC analysts actually do, the transferable skills employers...

AI Is Only as Effective as Your SOC Analysts
Catherine Southwick 03/06/2026

AI Is Only as Effective as Your SOC Analysts

AI is transforming security operations by helping teams triage alerts, investigate incidents, and automate reporting more efficiently. However, AI is...

5 Ways BTL1 Improves SOC Analyst Performance
Catherine Southwick 02/06/2026

5 Ways BTL1 Improves SOC Analyst Performance

Discover how BTL1 helps SOC teams improve analyst performance through practical, hands-on training. From faster onboarding and improved alert triage...

Security Blue Team is Now Centri
Joanne Morley 01/06/2026

Security Blue Team is Now Centri

Security Blue Team is becoming Centri from 1 June 2026. What started as practical, hands-on cybersecurity training built in a garage has grown into a global learning community supporting organisations and individuals across multiple areas of cybersecurity. While the name is changing, the leadership, platform, certifications, and community-first approach remain...

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Faces of Centri: Trevor, Director of Cloud Services
Melissa Boyle 22/01/2025

Faces of Centri: Trevor, Director of Cloud Services

Welcome to our first Faces of Centri blog post, where we’ll be showcasing a member of our team and giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to work at Centri. First up is Trevor, our Director of Cloud Services.

Forensics 101: Live Acquisition USB and Digital Triaging with Kape
Malik Girondin 09/12/2024

Forensics 101: Live Acquisition USB and Digital Triaging with Kape

Live acquisition is a computer forensics technique that involves collecting data from a running computer system, rather than one that is powered off or dormant. The goal is to capture volatile forensic data, such as that in the main memory (RAM) while minimizing any impact on the system’s integrity. This...

Command and Control Chaos
Aditya Rai 13/11/2024

Command and Control Chaos

A Command and Control, also known as a C2 or C&C server, is an essential tool for cybercriminals and hackers, acting as the central hub for managing and coordinating malicious activities such as data breaches, malware distribution, and cyberattacks.