Introduction
The cybersecurity landscape is constantly evolving and becoming more complex. As a result, professionals who want to pursue a career in this field need to acquire relevant skills and knowledge to protect and defend systems and networks from cyberattacks. One way to demonstrate your competence and credibility is to obtain certifications that validate your expertise and experience.
However, not all certifications are created equal. Depending on your role and goals, you may want to focus on different types of certifications that align with your interests and aspirations. In this blog post, we will explore the certifications in the cybersecurity landscape, categorised between blue team and red team.
Blue team vs red team
Before we dive into the certifications, let’s first clarify what we mean by blue team and red team. These terms are derived from military jargon, where blue team refers to the friendly forces and red team refers to the enemy forces. In cybersecurity, blue team and red team have similar meanings, but with a twist.
Blue team is the term used to describe the defenders of an organisation’s systems and networks. They are responsible for implementing security measures, monitoring activities, detecting…
