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Quirk Threat Modelling (QTM)

Here is how to quickly and accurately identify threats to a system. I have developed the Quirk Threat Modelling (QTM) […]

Let me share my experience of renewing Google PCA certification in May 2026. It’s been two years since I obtained

I struggled, but defended my AWS Security Specialty qualification in August 2025. Let me share my experience of taking the

Security of a solution is not the sum of the security of its parts. Imagine a jet engine in isolation

Let me share my experience of obtaining Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification in June 2025. I already have GCP

In this article I will share my experience and thoughts about Security Architect career path. I will outline skills required

What does a Cyber Security Architect do and how to become one? Cyber Security Architect role is a bit mysterious

How do passkeys work? What’s in it for you? Are there any gotchas? Short answer Passkey authenticators work somewhat similarly

Customer managed keys for encryption at rest are not as good as they sound. You are probably familiar with the