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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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Centri partners with KHIPU Networks
Melissa Boyle 28/03/2024

Centri partners with KHIPU Networks

We are delighted to announce that we have entered into a strategic partnership with KHIPU Networks, with a view to delivering our training to a whole new network of organisations.

Cracking the Code: Exploring the Power of CVSS 4.0
Joshua Beaman 22/02/2024

Cracking the Code: Exploring the Power of CVSS 4.0

The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) is a standardized framework used to assess and quantify the severity of security vulnerabilities in software or systems. Version 4.0 of CVSS was officially released on November 1, 2023, by FIRST.

Journey Through Time: Exploring the Evolution of CVSS Over the Years
Joshua Beaman 22/02/2024

Journey Through Time: Exploring the Evolution of CVSS Over the Years

CVSS, or Common Vulnerability Scoring System, is a standardized framework used to assess and communicate the severity of software vulnerabilities. It provides a numerical score representing the vulnerability’s potential impact, helping security professionals and organizations prioritize their responses to different security threats.

ChatGPT for Offensive and Defensive Cybersecurity
Melissa Boyle 21/02/2024

ChatGPT for Offensive and Defensive Cybersecurity

There has been a lot of talk recently about ChatGPT and its implications for a wide range of industries. Potential applications are vast, including creative design, technical writing, and programming. In this article, we will explore some of the potential applications within the realm of cybersecurity — as well as...

Lace Tempest: SysAid On-Prem Software CVE-2023–47246 Vulnerability
Joshua Beaman 21/02/2024

Lace Tempest: SysAid On-Prem Software CVE-2023–47246 Vulnerability

In this blog post, we’ll investigate the fascinating details regarding CVE-2023–47246 SysAid On-Prem Software Vulnerability and uncover how attackers are compromising endpoints. This blog will also discuss how Lace Tempest weaponizes GraceWire Loader or Turtle Loader, and how to recognize the indicators of compromise (IOCs) from active exploitation.