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How Mature Is Your SOC? A Practical Assessment for Security Leaders
Catherine Southwick 01/07/2026

How Mature Is Your SOC? A Practical Assessment for Security Leaders

Assess how mature your SOC really is beyond MTTD and MTTR. Learn why traditional metrics miss the full picture, explore the five domains that define SOC maturity, and discover how Centri's free SOC Leaders Maturity Assessment helps identify capability gaps and improvement opportunities.

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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Understanding Red Team Roles
Joshua Beaman 29/07/2025

Understanding Red Team Roles

There are a wide range of offensive cybersecurity, or "red team", roles in our industry. In this blog post we'll introduce you to the following: Penetration Tester, Web Application Tester, Vulnerability Assessment Analyst, Exploit Developer, and Red Team Operator.

Meet Adam, Centri’s Student Support Lead Championing Learners
Duncan Whitley 28/07/2025

Meet Adam, Centri’s Student Support Lead Championing Learners

Get to know Adam Suleman, Centri’s Student Support Lead, whose empathy and expertise create exceptional cybersecurity training experiences. From guiding diverse learners to refining support systems, Adam’s journey from a BTL1 student to a key Centri team member showcases his commitment to student success. Dive into his story, role, and...

Meet João Rodrigues: Centri’s Director of Platform Shaping Our Digital Future
Duncan Whitley 30/06/2025

Meet João Rodrigues: Centri’s Director of Platform Shaping Our Digital Future

We’re thrilled to introduce João Rodrigues, Centri’s Director of Platform Engineering , a driving force behind the secure, seamless platforms that define our cybersecurity training experience. For those familiar with João through his pivotal work on our BTLO platform or his involvement in Centri’s CTF events, this is a fresh...

Understanding the LockBit Ransomware Breach
SBT Content Engineers 02/06/2025

Understanding the LockBit Ransomware Breach

The recent LockBit ransomware breach saw attackers deface its affiliate panel and leak an SQL database, exposing victim data, negotiation tactics, and operational missteps. It explores ties to the Everest hack, LockBit’s RaaS model, and affiliate errors, offering a glimpse into the group’s vulnerabilities.

Meet Reece: Centri’s Corporate Sales Manager Leading with Passion
Duncan Whitley 16/05/2025

Meet Reece: Centri’s Corporate Sales Manager Leading with Passion

Join us as we introduce Reece, Centri’s Corporate Sales Manager, whose leadership and passion drive our sales team to connect clients with top cybersecurity training. From his unexpected start at Centri to his love for travel and comics, discover Reece’s journey and what makes him a key player in our...

Centri’s Free Penetration Testing Course: Think Like a Hacker
Duncan Whitley 15/05/2025

Centri’s Free Penetration Testing Course: Think Like a Hacker

Centri is diving into red team training with a free Introduction to Penetration Testing course. Perfect for newcomers, it’s packed with real-world tips and a fun quiz to kickstart your ethical hacking journey. Discover how red team skills can make you a better defender and join us to train blue,...