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Most Recent Resources
Nexum at Red Hat Summit
Nexum’s Peter Scudamore and George Grzyb talk about workshops introducing automation to network engineers and other tools that will help mitigate some of those after-hours calls at Red Hat Summit.
A Business Case for Being a Good Leader
Cybersecurity professionals are facing high rates of burnout. Many feel overworked and undervalued. In this Strategy Series post, Ron Temske makes the case for being a good leader.
SNOCC Quarterly Threat Update Q2 2023
Each quarter, the managed security team at Nexum shares insights from our first*defense SNOCCs. In this post, we discuss detection challenges and the importance of context.
Let’s Play a Game
In the final post of our Ransomware Series, we’ll examine deception technology, how it has evolved, and how to tilt the odds in your favor to win the cybersecurity game.
Acronym Series
In this series, our engineers define some of the industry’s most widely used terms.
Acronym Series Introduction
Our new Acronym Series hopes to help our readers navigate the acronym-filled waters of IT discussions. Each article will give the acronym, the shortened phrase, a brief definition, and a little information to help you understand it.
Application Programming Interface
Nexum’s expert engineers define popular topics, such as Application Programming Interface (API), in our Acronym Series.
Endpoint Detection Response
Nexum’s expert engineers define popular topics, such as Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), in our Acronym Series.
Request for Comments
In our Acronym Series, Nexum’s expert engineers define the industry’s most popular topics, like Request for Comments (RFC).
Secure Sockets Layer
In our Acronym Series, Nexum’s expert engineers define the industry’s most popular topics, like Secure Sockets Layer (SSL).
Transport Layer Security
Nexum’s expert engineers define popular topics, like Transport Layer Security (TLS), in our Acronym Series.
Zero Trust Network Access
In our Acronym Series, Nexum’s expert engineers define the industry’s most popular topics. Next up, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA).
Automation Series
The topic on everyone’s minds right now: Automation.
Work Smarter Not Harder with Automation
This new series will focus on IT automation and how it can help organizations with the familiar desire to “do more with less.”
Ransomware Series
Ransomware is on the rise. Dive further into this topic with Nexum’s engineers.
Let’s Play a Game
In the final post of our Ransomware Series, we’ll examine deception technology, how it has evolved, and how to tilt the odds in your favor to win the cybersecurity game.
Evolved Email Security & NGFW Help Prevent Ransomware
Email security and NGFW may seem like standard practice, but as these technologies evolve, so do the threats against them, like ransomware.
Ransomware “Does Not Succeed” with DNS
Part 3 of our Ransomware Series focuses on a vital Internet technology that is an entry point for ransomware and malware propagation: Domain Name System (DNS).
Prevent Ransomware with SASE
There are three technologies that can help prevent ransomware: Cloud access security broker (CASB), secure web gateway (SWG), and data loss prevention (DLP). These components have converged into a single solution for what has now been coined the secure access service edge (SASE) architecture.
Ransomware Disruption Overview
Ransomware can be very disruptive for both businesses and individuals alike. We have all seen the latest examples in the news concerning ransomware campaigns.
SNOCC Threat Updates
Each quarter, the managed security team at Nexum shares insights from our first*defense®
Security and Network Operations Command Centers (SNOCCs).
SNOCC Quarterly Threat Update Q2 2023
Each quarter, the managed security team at Nexum shares insights from our first*defense SNOCCs. In this post, we discuss detection challenges and the importance of context.
SNOCC Quarterly Threat Update Q1 2023
Each quarter, the managed security team at Nexum shares insights from our first*defense SNOCCs. In this post, macro trends include vulnerabilities in Exchange, socially engineered phishing, IoT, Edge and infrastructure devices, and geo-blocking.
Strategy Series
Nexum’s VP of Strategy, Ron Temske, provides updates on the state of the industry
and commentary on crucial topics that may shift your thinking.
A Business Case for Being a Good Leader
Cybersecurity professionals are facing high rates of burnout. Many feel overworked and undervalued. In this Strategy Series post, Ron Temske makes the case for being a good leader.
Artificial Intelligence – Savior or Skynet?
OpenAI’s ChatGPT is both amazing and terrifying. Let’s look at the difference between AI and Machine Learning, the benefits, and concerns.
The Role of Security
Nexum’s VP of Strategy, Ron Temske, considers the function of security and how it has evolved. And how security should be incorporated into strategic plans.
Visibility Series
What is really in your environment, and more importantly, how can you secure it?
Learn more through our Visibility Series with Nexum’s Security Specialist, Sarah Lantz.
Documentation from Visibility
In Part 4 of our Visibility Series, we’ll wrap things up by discussing why documentation matters and how visibility helps with operations.
Network Alerting
One of the primary things Information Technology (IT) and security teams continue to contend with are alerts. Every system has the capability to generate an alert. Is it some sort of security alert? Some sort of uptime alert? Perhaps an alert indicating that too many alerts have been generated in too short a time? Either way, the volume of alerts likely involves headaches for everyone.
Flashlight on Shadow IT
“You cannot secure what you do not know.” I frequently see iterations of this phrase when it comes to cybersecurity and visibility. When a security team looks to gain insight into what is being used in their network, they won’t be able to secure what they can’t see or are not aware of. It’s here that the buzzword of Shadow IT (Information Technology) is also commonly thrown around. You can think of Shadow IT as the thing that you do not know is on the network – and therefore cannot secure.
Tackling the Visibility Monolith
Until recently, I had only thought of visibility as a monolithic and all-encompassing function – a “catch all” that various teams dive into when they need a clear view of what is occurring in their network. However, I’ve learned that different teams need different views into how their systems communicate across the entire enterprise. As teams grapple with the concept of what is in the environment, and what needs to be secured, “visibility” is the word everyone comes back to.
Partner Resources
Updates and news about our technology partners
Nexum at Juniper AI in Action
We attended Juniper’s AI in Action event in Las Vegas recently. Here are some post event thoughts from Allyn Crowe, Senior Security Engineer.
Juniper Wired and Wireless Wednesday
Juniper Wired and Wireless WednesdaysPartner Demo Are you ready to reap the benefits of intent-based networking in your data center? Join Nexum to learn how
Palo Alto Networks BPA+ Review
Palo Alto Networks BPA+ ReviewPartner Update Written by: Scott Hammond, Senior Security Engineer Connect with Scott on LinkedIn Not long ago, our partner, Palo Alto
Juniper Mist Takes On SD-WAN
Nexum, Inc.’s technology partner Juniper recently announced it was adding support for the SSR (Session Smart Routing) product line to its Mist portal. But beyond including another part of the Juniper family in the portal, why is this a big deal? And how does this help clients who may just be getting started with their Mist journey? How does this help clients run their network more easily in the long run?
Juniper Networks: A Leader in 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant
This week, Gartner released the 2021 Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure and Juniper Networks was recognized as a Leader for the second year in a row, positioned furthest in both Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision. This is, without a doubt, one of the most special career moments for Mist and a great example of what startups can achieve with an amazing team.
A Look Back (and forward) at Juniper’s AI-Driven SD-WAN Journey
Prior to its acquisition by Juniper Networks, 128 Technology celebrated each year on 1/28 – and together, we’re keeping the tradition alive! This anniversary is especially exciting as it’s been just over one year since the companies came together. So, it’s the perfect occasion to look back at what has been achieved in this short period of time and discuss the more exciting things that are still yet to come.
Assuring Excellent User Experiences with AI-Driven SD-WAN
Over the past few years, it goes without saying that the world has experienced a great deal of ups and downs. Companies have had to adapt to remote work environments, hybrid work environments and everything in between. Through it all, one thing has proven its importance – the need to provide an excellent user experience no matter where the workforce is located.
Achieving Single Pane of Glass in Threat Hunting
Written by Kevin Kadow, Nexum Security Specialist & Sarah Lantz, Nexum Security Engineer Many Security Operations Centers struggle with fully utilizing the many tools they
Staying Ahead of the Curve, Managing Upgrade Paths
Written by George Elgin, Nexum Principal Engineer Our partners at Palo Alto Networks recently acknowledged PAN-OS 10.0.5 as a preferred release in the 10.0 code
Aviatrix Co-Pilot v1.4 New Features
Written by Allyn Crowe, Nexum Senior Security Engineer If you’ve been following me on LinkedIn for any amount of time you know I’m a huge
All Nexum Resources
Nexum at Red Hat Summit
Nexum’s Peter Scudamore and George Grzyb talk about workshops introducing automation to network engineers and other tools that will help mitigate some of those after-hours calls at Red Hat Summit.
A Business Case for Being a Good Leader
Cybersecurity professionals are facing high rates of burnout. Many feel overworked and undervalued. In this Strategy Series post, Ron Temske makes the case for being a good leader.
SNOCC Quarterly Threat Update Q2 2023
Each quarter, the managed security team at Nexum shares insights from our first*defense SNOCCs. In this post, we discuss detection challenges and the importance of context.
Let’s Play a Game
In the final post of our Ransomware Series, we’ll examine deception technology, how it has evolved, and how to tilt the odds in your favor to win the cybersecurity game.
Request for Comments
In our Acronym Series, Nexum’s expert engineers define the industry’s most popular topics, like Request for Comments (RFC).
Work Smarter Not Harder with Automation
This new series will focus on IT automation and how it can help organizations with the familiar desire to “do more with less.”
Wireless LAN Professionals Conference 2023
Nexum attended this year’s Wireless LAN Professionals Conference (WLPC) in Phoenix, AZ. Check out the recap!
SNOCC Quarterly Threat Update Q1 2023
Each quarter, the managed security team at Nexum shares insights from our first*defense SNOCCs. In this post, macro trends include vulnerabilities in Exchange, socially engineered phishing, IoT, Edge and infrastructure devices, and geo-blocking.
DNS Privacy (DoT & DoH) & Enterprise Security
DNS privacy and security are two considerations with competing goals. DoT and DoH undermine enterprise security for the benefit of privacy. ECS erodes privacy for distributed cloud-based resources. Let’s look at how these standards work and your options in defense or offense.
Evolved Email Security & NGFW Help Prevent Ransomware
Email security and NGFW may seem like standard practice, but as these technologies evolve, so do the threats against them, like ransomware.
Press Releases
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Nexum, Inc. Announces New Technology Partner vArmour
CHICAGO, IL, March 21, 2022 – Nexum, Inc., a leader in networking and cybersecurity solutions, announced today that vArmour has joined its growing list of exceptional technology partners.
Nexum, Inc. to Offer Versa Networks SASE
CHICAGO, IL, March 9, 2022 – Nexum, Inc., a leader in networking and cybersecurity solutions, announced today that Versa Networks, a secure access service edge (SASE) leader, is now part of its growing list of exceptional technology partners. Nexum will now offer Versa SASE and Versa secure software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) to its customers.
Nexum, Inc. Announces Security Automation Partnership with Swimlane
CHICAGO, IL, February 28, 2022 – Nexum, Inc., a leader in networking and cybersecurity solutions, announced today the addition of Swimlane, a top provider of low-code security automation, to the company’s growing list of exceptional technology and cybersecurity partners.
Nexum, Inc. Announces AppOmni as New Technology Partner
CHICAGO, IL, February 24, 2022 — Nexum, Inc., a leader in networking and cybersecurity solutions, announced today that AppOmni, a top provider of SaaS Security, has joined its growing list of exceptional technology partners.
Nexum, Inc. Recognized on CRN’s 2022 MSP 500 List
Nexum®, a leader in networking and cybersecurity solutions, announced today that it has again been named to the 2022 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Security 100 category by CRN® (a brand of The Channel Company).
