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Strategic insights on blockchain, AI, security, leadership, and career in an age of disruption.
When Your Career Pool Drains: Building Portable Skills
Great situations accelerate careers, but industries shift. Learn why situational agency requires mastering the skill of recognizing disruption before it hits.
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Banks Going On-Chain Doesn't Mean Going Open
JPMorgan's blockchain deposit token isn't a pivot to open finance—it's regulated money on private rails. Banks are building walled gardens, not joining DeFi.
Security as a Subscription: The Cost of AI-Powered Attacks
AI agents now run 24/7 attacks on production code. Organizations must shift from periodic security testing to continuous defense—a standing cost that scales with software value.
AI Threatens Your Best Revenue, Not Your Cheapest
World Bank data reveals AI disrupts high-credential work in wealthy economies, not low-wage labor—making offshoring a false hedge. The real choice: augment or automate your most rules-based workflows.
Human in the Loop: Which Decision Matters Most
Regulated companies waste resources keeping humans in low-value approval loops while automating high-stakes irreversible decisions. The strategic shift is ruthlessly simple: automate the reversible, defend the irreversible.
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Building a Life and Career in Security - Jay Schulman
As I’ve looked at my own path and helped others along their journey, there is a framework for success in information security.
On Writing A Security Book
Discover the journey behind writing "Building a Life and Career in Security," a new book offering insights and advice on advancing your information security career. Join the conversation on career growth!
The 14 Best YouTube Videos to Grow Your Security Career
Discover the top 14 YouTube videos to enhance your information security career, covering foundational skills, security metrics, management, application security, and awareness in quick, engaging formats.
We Need More Women in Security
Explore the urgent need for more women in security, highlighting barriers and solutions like mentorship and structured learning. Discover how diversifying the field can strengthen the industry.
More Inspiring Advice from InfoSec Pros
Discover essential advice from InfoSec pros on advancing your career. Learn how to blend learning, doing, and teaching, while embracing challenges and continuous growth in this dynamic field.
Inspiring Advice from 5 InfoSec Pros
Unlock your InfoSec career potential with advice from five industry pros. Learn to balance tech skills with business acumen, improve communication, and master application security for a successful future.
15 Career Tips from Matt Konda
Discover 15 insightful career tips from Matt Konda, blending personal growth, networking, and strategic thinking to advance your information security career. Embrace change, learn from mistakes, and seek mentorship.
Information Security Career Path
Explore a dynamic guide to navigating the diverse paths in information security careers, uncovering unique journeys, evolving roles, and salary insights. Share your thoughts and help refine this essential roadmap!
Do You Still Want to be a Fireman?
Explore how shifting aspirations can keep your security career future-proof. Discover why continual learning and adaptability are key to thriving in an ever-evolving industry landscape.
Announcing the Building a Life and Career in Security Podcast
Discover inspiring career journeys in the "Building a Life and Career in Security Podcast." Each episode features interviews with security pros, exploring pivotal career decisions and lessons learned. Subscribe now!
Finding a Job in Information Security
Discover why aligning job priorities leads to success in information security. Learn from Chris's story and find out why sticking to your values can guide you to the right career path.
Security Pros Guide to Optimizing LinkedIn
Discover how to stand out in the security industry with an optimized LinkedIn profile. This guide covers crafting a unique summary, selecting impactful skills, and highlighting non-work activities.