Every component of a business—from R&D to Sales—is now digitized. This paper details how IT and cybersecurity must move from support roles to strategic partners to drive competitive advantage and control organizational risk. Download the full report!
Category: Compliance
Linux: Group & User Management
Overview of Linux user and group management, including account creation, permissions, ownership, access control, and best practices for secure system administration.
The CIA Triad & the AAA Framework
Dive into the essential backbone of cybersecurity. This paper breaks down the CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability) and pairs it with the operational power of the AAA Framework (Authentication, Authorization, Accounting). Learn how these twin concepts form the non-negotiable foundation for securing any modern digital asset.
Building a Cybersecurity Career
Ready to break into cybersecurity? This paper maps the top career pathways—from Analyst to CISO—details the must-have certifications (CISSP, CompTIA Security+), and reveals the high-demand skills employers seek now. Download the full ODU guide!
Reducing Human Errors That Influence Data Breaches
95% of data breaches involve human error. My paper details the cognitive and organizational factors that lead to these errors and outlines technical and non-technical strategies to build a Human Firewall. Full ODU analysis here!
The Role and Necessity of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
The NIST CSF is the gold standard for risk management. My paper breaks down the core Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover functions and explains how to integrate this framework into any organizational culture. Download the full ODU guide!
Artificial Intelligence in Digital Forensics: Opportunities, Risks, and Future Directions
Analysis of how artificial intelligence enhances digital forensics, including automation, threat detection, associated risks, and future trends in AI-driven investigations.
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework & the Importance of Proper Documentation
Overview of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and why proper documentation is essential for risk management, compliance, incident response, and organizational security.
The Role of Baselines in Network Monitoring
Explains how baselines support effective network monitoring by establishing normal performance patterns, improving anomaly detection, security, and operational visibility