Colin Schmit
The CompTIA Security+ certification recently made the transition from the 601 version of their exam to the 701 version, so what does this mean for you? This certification is a golden ticket for IT professionals looking to validate their security skills. Let’s dive into what’s new, what’s changed, and how you can ace this latest […] Read More: The Key Differences Between Security+ 601 and 701
Colin Schmit
The key to a successful career in IT is finding a domain that excites you and pushes you to overcome challenges and conquer new frontiers. With a multitude of fascinating certifications available, the tech landscape is a playground for those who are passionate and eager to grow. In this blog, we will delve into […] Read More: Fuel Your IT Career with Excitement and Growth
Colin Schmit
Last month we announced StormWind’s new Security Awareness program. Of the threats that stem from our users, ransomware and phishing cast the longest shadows. StormWind created specific training classes targeting each of these threats. One of the most eye-opening concerns is related to how ransomware continues to lower the barrier for cybercriminals. Part of the […] Read More: Security Awareness Program Teaser: The Threat of Ransomware As A Service
Colin Schmit
The StormWind team is really excited to say the long-anticipated Security Awareness program launched and is available in campus. Our offering provides training that hits on crucial subjects such as phishing, ransomware, social engineering and threats built to deceive unwary users. We’ve made a series of classes that blends the StormWind strength of expert-led and […] Read More: StormWind’s Executive Briefings: The Threat of Zero Click Vulnerabilities
Colin Schmit
If you are an Office365 user, chances get a phishing email at least twice a month trying to steal your Microsoft 365 credentials. Even savvy people sometimes get tripped up by the clever hackers crafting new kinds of phishing emails. In this video from StormWind’s security awareness series, Raymond Lacoste shares the many faces of […] Read More: Security Awareness for Office 365
Colin Schmit
In IT, we should all be deeply sensitized to the threat of ransomware. Frankly, it is going to be a persistent threat for as long as we can see. But there’s actually some great tools you can take advantage of if you are looking to thwart ransomware on your servers. And the biggest of these […] Read More: Hardening Windows 10 Clients Against Current and Future Attacks
Colin Schmit
Author: Dan Young, CCIE, PMP and VP of Operations at StormWind Cybersecurity is an essential need for organizations, and proper training will better prepare your team to handle an array of troubleshooting needs. A good place to start is to review main vendor-neutral IT security certification paths and requirements through ISC2, EC-Council, SANS, CompTIA and […] Read More: Cybersecurity Certification Comparison
Colin Schmit
Author: Dan Young, CCIE, PMP and VP of Operations at StormWind If you’re like me, a lot of what jump-started your IT career were certifications. I got my first job because I had my A+, MCSE NT 4.0, and N+. To develop my career, I pursued Cisco certs, including CCIE, which established me further. But […] Read More: Certifications for IT Managers – Yes, it Still Makes Sense to Get Certified
Colin Schmit
Have you ever needed to YouTube a quick fix for something around the house and you end up getting a 15 minute video that spends 14 minutes on the history of screwdrivers and 1 minute on the actual fix you needed? This is what we hope to accomplish with our Succinct Held Online Remote Training […] Read More: Cisco Wireless LAN Essentials Playlist Now Available on YouTube
Colin Schmit
COVID-19, AKA “coronavirus” just become the first pandemic in my lifetime. There are many people that will be negatively impacted by the social restrictions, economic impact or worse still, themselves or someone they know gets illness. As an IT person and one who is naturally risk averse, my concern goes to what risks this virus […] Read More: Threats to IT Triggered by Coronavirus