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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 to stronger investigation skills and reduced time to competence, BTL1 equips analysts with the real-world experience needed to contribute effectively in modern security operations environments.

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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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,...

The Human Factor in Cybersecurity: Why Awareness Training is Key
Duncan Whitley 14/05/2025

The Human Factor in Cybersecurity: Why Awareness Training is Key

Let’s dive into something we all kind of get but hate owning up to: we humans are usually the soft spot in cybersecurity. It’s not that we’re all reckless or anything; it’s just that the bad guys are pros at poking at stuff we do without thinking, like trusting too...

10 Soft Skills that will Benefit your Cybersecurity Career
Duncan Whitley 08/05/2025

10 Soft Skills that will Benefit your Cybersecurity Career

When people think of cybersecurity, they often picture technical expertise, coding, firewalls, and encryption. However, success in this field goes beyond technical know-how. Strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability are just as essential for navigating challenges and excelling in cybersecurity roles. In this guide, we’ll explore the key soft skills...

Exploring Blue Team Roles & How to Get Started
Joshua Beaman 28/04/2025

Exploring Blue Team Roles & How to Get Started

There are a wide range of defensive cyber security, or "blue team", roles in our industry. In this blog post we'll introduce you to the following: SOC Analyst, Incident Responder, Malware Analyst, Threat Intelligence Analyst, Vulnerability Analyst, and Digital Forensics Analyst.

New Centri office unveiled
Melissa Boyle 23/04/2025

New Centri office unveiled

Six years after its humble beginnings in a shed, Centri has opened its first ever office.