BLUF:Critical infrastructure systems such as power grids, water treatment plants, and transportation networks are vulnerable to cyberattacks and system failures. SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems help reduce these risks by monitoring infrastructure, collecting real-time data, and allowing operators to detect problems and respond quickly. Vulnerabilities of Critical Infrastructure Systems Critical infrastructure refers to…

BLUF:I’d spend a little more on security tools (around 60%) to help catch mistakes and stop attacks, and the rest (40%) on training employees so they don’t make those mistakes in the first place. You need both, but tools give you a safety net when people slip up — If I’m thinking like a CISO…

The CIA Triad is a foundational concept in cybersecurity that explains the three main goals of protecting information systems. As explained throughout the Chai article, the CIA Triad consists of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Chai emphasizes that these three principles are not optional or separate ideas, but rather work together to keep information secure, reliable,…