Defensive Security Handbook, 2nd Edition: A Comprehensive Guide to Cybersecurity on a Budget

We're proud to announce that Amanda Berlin, Blumira's Director of Incident Detection Engineering, has co-authored the second edition of the "Defensive Security Handbook: Best Practices for Securing Infrastructure." This comprehensive guide, published by O'Reilly Media, offers invaluable insights for organizations looking to build robust cybersecurity programs on a budget.

Amanda Berlin brings nearly two decades of experience to her role at Blumira, where she leads our exceptional team of incident detection engineers. Her contributions to this book reflect the cutting-edge practices and methodologies employed by Blumira in our mission to democratize security.

A Practical Approach to Cybersecurity

The Defensive Security Handbook, 2nd Edition, provides step-by-step instructions, tools, and processes for:

1. Incident response and disaster recovery planning
2. Compliance and regulatory frameworks
3. Network infrastructure security
4. Vulnerability management and penetration testing
5. Intrusion detection and prevention systems
6. Logging and monitoring best practices

Blumira's Commitment to Accessible Security

At Blumira, we believe in making robust security accessible to all organizations, regardless of their budget or resources. This book aligns perfectly with our mission, offering practical, cost-effective solutions for building and improving cybersecurity programs.

Learn from the Best in the Industry

Amanda's expertise extends beyond her role at Blumira. She is an accomplished author, speaker, and podcaster, known for her ability to communicate complex technical concepts in an accessible manner. Her insights in this book are drawn from real-world experience in:

• Infrastructure security
• Network hardware and software management
• Purple teaming and phishing simulations
• Employee security education

More Than Just a Book

The Defensive Security Handbook, 2nd Edition, is a testament to the depth of knowledge within Blumira's team. It showcases our commitment to not only providing top-tier security solutions but also to educating and empowering the broader cybersecurity community.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's leading experts. The Defensive Security Handbook, 2nd Edition is available now from O'Reilly Media.