Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have emerged as indispensable tools for individuals, businesses, and organizations alike, and with over 12 years of experience in the field since departing from the Marine Corps, I often encounter questions about the safety of these services. My name is Nick Mellem, and in this article, I share the fundamentals of VPN technology, its applications, benefits, and considerations, illuminating the pivotal role it plays in fostering a safer, more private online experience.  What is a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?  A VPN is a p ..read more

Disclaimer: Like many devices dedicated to hacking, the Flipper Zero itself is perfectly legal and complies with all regulations. It serves as an amazing tool for learning and experimenting with all kinds of devices. Yet, it has the ability to be used for illegal purposes. IT Audit Labs does not condone any illegal activities enabled by the Flipper Zero and recommends that anyone who uses the Flipper Zero ensures that they’re complying with local laws and regulations.,  My name is Cameron Birkland, and outside of my day job as a security e ..read more

IT Audit Labs can help you plan for potentially disruptive events to minimize downtime and maintain your business operations. ,Contact us today to find out how to prepare your organizations' security with certainty, despite what lies ahead. www.itauditlabs.com/assessments-remediation #disasterrecovery #businesscontinuity #cybersecurity #ITAuditLabs #ITAL ..read more

Navigating the intricacies of the PCI ecosystem is difficult without an experienced technical advisor. IT Audit Labs provides organizations with expert engineering services that lead teams to organizational compliance on autopilot. ,Contact IT Audit Labs to help you prepare for your next audit by establishing people, process and technology tracks that achieve compliance with ease. #PCI #DSS #ITAL #cybersecurity #paymentcardindustry #ITAuditLabs ..read more

Data storage is an integral part of our modern digital world. Our capacity to store data has grown exponentially, from the humble beginnings of punch cards and magnetic tapes to today's hard disk drives, flash drives, and the cloud. However, the current landscape of data storage technology is on the cusp of a massive transformation. One of the primary mediums of data storage, hard disk drives, are evolving to accommodate our ever-growing data needs. These devices, which use magnetism to store data on a rotating platter, have seen significant advancements in recent years. Innovations such as he ..read more

Quantum computing, a technology that's set to redefine the future, is an increasingly important topic in today's tech-driven world. This fascinating field of study has the potential to disrupt major industries and even cryptography, making it a topic of interest for both tech enthusiasts and professionals alike. In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Bill Harris, an expert in the field and ITAL teammate, to guide us through this intricate subject. We began the discussion by exploring the concept of quantum computing, where a computer can process information at superlumin ..read more

In the latest episode of our podcast, we take a comprehensive look at the complex world of software vulnerabilities and cybersecurity. With the rise of data breaches and the evolving threats from Artificial Intelligence (AI), it is imperative to understand the landscape of software insecurities and how to navigate through it. We begin by exploring the recent upsurge of software vulnerabilities. A discussion around the discovery of a toolkit targeting Apple, Mac OS, and stolen chat GPT credentials sheds light on how these vulnerabilities have grown exponentially due to the evolution of software ..read more

IT Audit Labs is seeking a Social Media Marketing Strategist to play a vital role in planning, implementing, managing, and monitoring the company's Social Media strategy in order to increase brand awareness, improve marketing efforts and increase sales. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of social media algorithms, knowledge of how to leverage them for optimal content visibility, and an ability to translate these strategies into creative, impactful collateral. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and manage our social media strategy across various platforms to align w ..read more

Are you passionate about transforming a customer's information security landscape? Do you excel at networking and guiding customers towards a highly competent and solution-driven organization? We at IT Audit Labs are looking for a Sales and Account Executive, responsible for acquiring new customers and offering our specialized penetration testing and security management services. Your key responsibilities would include onboarding new business, growing accounts, managing pipelines, and delivering unparalleled customer service. Our core customers are midsize (500M+) to large organizations that r ..read more

In an increasingly digitized world, the question of how secure our personal data is has never been more relevant. This blog post expands on the recent podcast episode on The Audit where we explore the murky underbelly of cyberspace, with a focus on data breaches, cybersecurity, and the implications of personal data misuse. Firstly, we take a deep dive into the recent data breaches at T-Mobile, which highlighted how even established companies can fall victim to cyberattacks. Notably, the most recent breach impacted fewer customers than the one in January, but the damage was nonetheless signific ..read more