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 threats, responding to incidents, and recovering from attacks. Blue team members need to have a broad and deep understanding of various technologies, tools, standards, and best practices to protect their assets from malicious actors.
Red team is the term used to describe the attackers who simulate real-world cyberattacks on an organisation’s systems and networks. They are hired by the organisation itself or by a third-party service provider to test the effectiveness of the security measures implemented by the blue team. Red team members need to have a creative and analytical mindset, as well as skills in hacking techniques, tools, frameworks, and methodologies to find and exploit vulnerabilities.
Certifications for blue team
There are many certifications available for blue team members who want to enhance their skills and knowledge in various domains of cybersecurity. Some of the most popular…
