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Meet David Elliott: SBT’s Principal Defensive Content Engineer Forging Cybersecurity Mastery
Duncan Whitley 29/10/2025

Meet David Elliott: SBT’s Principal Defensive Content Engineer Forging Cybersecurity Mastery

Step into the world of David Elliott, Security Blue Team’s Principal Defensive Content Engineer, whose creative flair and technical expertise shape cutting-edge cybersecurity training. From building realistic scenarios to mentoring talent, David’s work strengthens SBT’s technical team, helping clients master cyber defences. Dive into his story, from RAF roots to...

Meet Alaina & Dora: SBT’s Creative Powerhouse Duo
Duncan Whitley 26/11/2025

Meet Alaina & Dora: SBT’s Creative Powerhouse Duo

Say hello to Alaina and Dora, the brilliant creative duo behind Security Blue Team’s distinctive look and feel. As our design team, they craft everything from course interfaces to BTLO illustrations, blending deep cybersecurity knowledge with serious artistic flair. Discover how they keep SBT’s cybersecurity training visually stunning yet brilliantly...

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Understanding Red Team Roles
Joshua Beaman 29/07/2025

Understanding Red Team Roles

There are a wide range of offensive cybersecurity, or "red team", roles in our industry. In this blog post we'll introduce you to the following: Penetration Tester, Web Application Tester, Vulnerability Assessment Analyst, Exploit Developer, and Red Team Operator.

Meet Adam, SBT’s Student Support Lead Championing Learners
Duncan Whitley 28/07/2025

Meet Adam, SBT’s Student Support Lead Championing Learners

Get to know Adam Suleman, Security Blue Team’s Student Support Lead, whose empathy and expertise create exceptional cybersecurity training experiences. From guiding diverse learners to refining support systems, Adam’s journey from a BTL1 student to a key SBT team member showcases his commitment to student success. Dive into his story,...

Meet João Rodrigues: SBT’s Director of Web Shaping Our Digital Future
Duncan Whitley 30/06/2025

Meet João Rodrigues: SBT’s Director of Web Shaping Our Digital Future

We’re thrilled to introduce João Rodrigues, Security Blue Team’s Director of Web, a driving force behind the secure, seamless platforms that define our cybersecurity training experience. For those familiar with João through his pivotal work on our BTLO platform or his involvement in SBT’s CTF events, this is a fresh...

Understanding the LockBit Ransomware Breach
SBT Content Engineers 02/06/2025

Understanding the LockBit Ransomware Breach

The recent LockBit ransomware breach saw attackers deface its affiliate panel and leak an SQL database, exposing victim data, negotiation tactics, and operational missteps. It explores ties to the Everest hack, LockBit’s RaaS model, and affiliate errors, offering a glimpse into the group’s vulnerabilities.

Meet Reece: SBT’s Corporate Sales Manager Leading with Passion
Duncan Whitley 16/05/2025

Meet Reece: SBT’s Corporate Sales Manager Leading with Passion

Join us as we introduce Reece, Security Blue Team’s Corporate Sales Manager, whose leadership and passion drive our sales team to connect clients with top cybersecurity training. From his unexpected start at SBT to his love for travel and comics, discover Reece’s journey and what makes him a key player...

SBT’s Free Penetration Testing Course: Think Like a Hacker
Duncan Whitley 15/05/2025

SBT’s Free Penetration Testing Course: Think Like a Hacker

Security Blue Team is diving into red team training with a free Introduction to Penetration Testing course. Perfect for newcomers, it’s packed with real-world tips and a fun quiz to kickstart your ethical hacking journey. Discover how red team skills can make you a better defender and join us to...