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5 Ways to Rethink the SOC Skills Gap
Joanne Morley 24/02/2026

5 Ways to Rethink the SOC Skills Gap

Many SOC teams invest heavily in certifications and training, yet still struggle with performance during real incidents. This article explores five practical shifts SOC managers can make to move from measuring skills to building true operational readiness. From defining what “good” looks like to protecting training time and reinforcing learning...

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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...

The Human Factor in Cybersecurity: Why Awareness Training is Key
Duncan Whitley 14/05/2025

The Human Factor in Cybersecurity: Why Awareness Training is Key

Let’s dive into something we all kind of get but hate owning up to: we humans are usually the soft spot in cybersecurity. It’s not that we’re all reckless or anything; it’s just that the bad guys are pros at poking at stuff we do without thinking, like trusting too...

10 Soft Skills that will Benefit your Cybersecurity Career
Duncan Whitley 08/05/2025

10 Soft Skills that will Benefit your Cybersecurity Career

When people think of cybersecurity, they often picture technical expertise, coding, firewalls, and encryption. However, success in this field goes beyond technical know-how. Strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability are just as essential for navigating challenges and excelling in cybersecurity roles. In this guide, we’ll explore the key soft skills...

Exploring Blue Team Roles & How to Get Started
Joshua Beaman 28/04/2025

Exploring Blue Team Roles & How to Get Started

There are a wide range of defensive cyber security, or "blue team", roles in our industry. In this blog post we'll introduce you to the following: SOC Analyst, Incident Responder, Malware Analyst, Threat Intelligence Analyst, Vulnerability Analyst, and Digital Forensics Analyst.