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The Inner Circle acknowledges Daniel Neier as an Inner Circle Platinum Lifetime

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Daniel Neier is acknowledged as an Inner Circle Platinum Lifetime for his contributions as an IT Security Expert.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Daniel Neier is acknowledged as an Inner Circle Platinum Lifetime for his contributions as an IT Security Expert.
  • Daniel Neier stands at the forefront of IT security, leveraging over a decade of experience to provide cutting-edge solutions in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity.
  • As the founder of an esteemed IT security firm specializing in forensic analysis, vulnerability assessment, and threat intelligence, Mr. Neier has earned a reputation for excellence on the international stage.
  • A dedicated member of professional organizations such as the ISSA, ISC2, and EC Council, Mr. Neier remains at the forefront of industry trends and best practices.

ISC2 Celebrates 30th Anniversary of CISSP Certification

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ISC2 – the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals – today announced a year-long celebration of the 30th anniversary of its flagship certification, the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Since its inception, the CISSP has been recognized as the "gold standard" in cybersecurity, with recognition by governments and accredited to standards of international bodies, including the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and the U.K National Academic Recognition Information Centre.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ISC2 – the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals – today announced a year-long celebration of the 30th anniversary of its flagship certification, the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
  • In 2004, the certification was the first security certification to be recognized as accredited by ANAB (the ANSI National Accreditation Board) under ISO/IEC 17024.
  • "I – like so many others – have found tremendous benefit from holding the CISSP certification and owe a debt of gratitude to the ISC2 founders and early leaders that had the vision to create the CISSP.
  • For more information on the 30th anniversary of the CISSP, visit https://www.isc2.org/landing/cissp-30-anniversary or follow #CISSP30 on X or LinkedIn.

WiCyS and ISC2 Launch Spring Camp for Cybersecurity Certification

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In partnership with ISC2, the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals, Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), the nonprofit organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in cybersecurity, is excited to announce that applications opened for the WiCyS + ISC2 Certified in CybersecuritySM Certification Spring Camp on March 25, 2024. This initiative aims to support underrepresented populations in accessing cybersecurity education and certifications. The program offers an entry-level certification, Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), with no prerequisites or prior work experience required, making it accessible to IT professionals, career changers, college students and even high school graduates.

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  • In partnership with ISC2, the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals, Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), the nonprofit organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in cybersecurity, is excited to announce that applications opened for the WiCyS + ISC2 Certified in CybersecuritySM Certification Spring Camp on March 25, 2024.
  • COOKEVILLE, Tenn., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In partnership with ISC2, the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals, Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), the nonprofit organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in cybersecurity, is excited to announce that applications opened for the WiCyS + ISC2 Certified in CybersecuritySM Certification Spring Camp on March 25, 2024.
  • As the cybersecurity talent gap persists, the WiCyS + ISC2 Spring Camp will train participants across five security domains: (1) security principles, (2) business continuity, disaster recovery and incident response concepts, (3) access control concepts, (4) network security and (5) security operations.
  • Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your cybersecurity career with WiCyS and ISC2!

ISC2 Continues Investment in One Million Certified in Cybersecurity Pledge with New AI-Based Training

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ISC2 – the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals – today announced that ISC2 Official Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Online Self-Paced Training is now available in an adaptive format. The foundational course, which is available for free as part of the "One Million Certified in Cybersecurity" pledge delivered via the ISC2 Candidate program, leverages AI to guide learners along pathways tailored to their individual needs based on prior knowledge, learning speed and confidence levels.

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  • With an estimated workforce gap of 4 million individuals, according to the ISC2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study , the need for entry-level cybersecurity professionals is well-documented.
  • According to the ISC2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study, entry-level certifications are a highly regarded form of cybersecurity qualification and are favored over a bachelor's degree, 66% to 34%, when considering entry-level cybersecurity candidates.
  • Since its launch in August 2022, the One Million Certified in Cybersecurity pledge has enrolled more than 390,000 individuals worldwide in the training and more than 50,000 have become Certified in Cybersecurity (CC).
  • For more information on the One Million Certified in Cybersecurity pledge, visit https://www.isc2.org/1MCC

E Tech Group Announces Critical Achievement of a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

WEST CHESTER, Ohio, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- E Tech Group, a leader in providing high-quality automation, control, and engineering services for industrial clients and Gold Certified Rockwell Automation Partner, announced today that they completed and earned the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) status.

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  • E Tech Group has attained Certified Information Systems Security Professional status to help intensify and strengthen their delivery of sophisticated cybersecurity programs to protect manufacturers and industrial clients integrating OT assets and systems to front office IT systems.
  • WEST CHESTER, Ohio, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- E Tech Group, a leader in providing high-quality automation, control, and engineering services for industrial clients and Gold Certified Rockwell Automation Partner , announced today that they completed and earned the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) status .
  • CISSP certification is a globally accepted standard, validating IT security professionals' skills and experience in handling and executing security plans.
  • E Tech Group provides cybersecurity services with expertise in both IT and OT industrial control systems (ICS).

A.I. Processors for Cloud & Data Centers Forecasted to Increase to $38 Billion Dollars By 2026

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

As AI becomes increasingly integrated into various industries, data centers must be equipped with the latest hardware to meet computational requirements.

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  • As AI becomes increasingly integrated into various industries, data centers must be equipped with the latest hardware to meet computational requirements.
  • Data centers underpin the remote management and orchestration of resources, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Precedence Research continued: “Edge computing, which involves processing data closer to its source, demands decentralized data center infrastructure.
  • Data centers at the edge need to be compact, energy-efficient, and highly responsive to deliver real-time processing capabilities.

New ISC2 Study Reveals Impact of AI on Cyber Professionals and Urgent Need for Preparedness

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ISC2 – the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals – today announced findings from its latest study, AI in Cyber 2024: Is the Cybersecurity Profession Ready?, revealing the real-world impacts that artificial intelligence (AI) has had on cybersecurity. With responses from more than 1,100 cybersecurity professionals, 88% of respondents believe that AI will significantly impact their jobs, now or in the near future, and 35% have already witnessed its effects. While there is considerable positivity about the role of AI in dealing with cyberattacks, these findings also recognize the urgent demand from professionals for industry preparedness to mitigate cyber risks and safeguard the entire ecosystem.

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  • While there is considerable positivity about the role of AI in dealing with cyberattacks, these findings also recognize the urgent demand from professionals for industry preparedness to mitigate cyber risks and safeguard the entire ecosystem.
  • In fact, ISC2 has developed AI workshops to foster the expert-led collaboration the cybersecurity workforce needs to address this challenge."
  • To explore the full study and discover additional findings about whether the cybersecurity profession is ready for AI, please visit: https://www.isc2.org/Insights/2024/02/The-Real-World-Impact-of-AI-on-Cyb... .
  • The AI in Cyber 2024: Is the Cybersecurity Profession Ready Study is based on online survey data collected in November and December 2023 from 1,123 global cybersecurity professionals.

Systems Engineering Elevates Cybersecurity Leadership with Kent Goodrow as New Chief Information Security Officer

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

PORTLAND, Maine, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a strategic move to fortify its cybersecurity leadership, Systems Engineering, the premier managed technology services provider in New England, is proud to announce the appointment of Kent Goodrow to the role of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). With over a decade of experience in the technology and cybersecurity fields, Goodrow's appointment signifies the firm's commitment to further advancing its cybersecurity maturity, capabilities, and resilience.

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  • PORTLAND, Maine, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a strategic move to fortify its cybersecurity leadership, Systems Engineering, the premier managed technology services provider in New England, is proud to announce the appointment of Kent Goodrow to the role of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).
  • Since joining Systems Engineering in 2012, Goodrow has been a pivotal force in the firm, holding a variety of technical, professional, and leadership roles.
  • His comprehensive experience and visionary leadership are invaluable assets that will guide our security strategies and implementation moving forward."
  • In his new role, Goodrow's focus is on driving the strategic direction of the complex and evolving security needs of Systems Engineering and their clients.

ISC2 Collaborates with IBM to Launch Entry-Level Cybersecurity Certificate

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ISC2 – the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals – announced a partnership with IBM (NYSE: IBM) to launch the IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist Professional Certificate. The new entry-level program, available exclusively via the Coursera platform, is designed to prepare prospective cybersecurity professionals for a career in the field. By completing a joint 12-course series, incorporating the domains from ISC2's Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) certification training, candidates with no previous experience can obtain the in-demand skills and hands-on experience required for a cybersecurity specialist role in four months.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ISC2 – the world's leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals – announced a partnership with IBM (NYSE: IBM ) to launch the IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist Professional Certificate .
  • As the provider of the industry's most widely recognized and sought-after achievements, ISC2 was selected by IBM to support the creation of a professional certificate that demonstrates foundational cybersecurity expertise.
  • By earning the certificate from IBM and ISC2, candidates will have built a strong foundation for completing ISC2's CC certification.
  • For more information on ISC2 and IBM's certificate, or to learn how you can kickstart your cybersecurity career, visit the link here .

IT Security Veteran Jacob Picart Joins Apogee Leadership Team, Apogee Launches Security Services

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Jacob Picart has joined Apogee, Inc. , in the role of vice president for Security Services .

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  • Jacob Picart has joined Apogee, Inc. , in the role of vice president for Security Services .
  • A member of the Apogee executive leadership team, Picart is responsible for expanding the company’s comprehensive portfolio of information security services for colleges and universities.
  • Committed to empowering and protecting Apogee customers, Picart also oversees Apogee’s network of virtual chief information security officers (vCISOs) and security partners.
  • His knowledge and experience have accelerated our ability to deliver essential security services that complement our current managed network services and cloud services offerings,” said Scott Drossos, chief executive officer of Apogee.