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Grant Collins

@collinsinfosec

šŸ’» Infrastructure Security Engineer
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linkhttps://projectsecurity.io calendar_today21-10-2017 17:27:54

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Introducing projectsecurity.io! A free platform dedicated to practical #cybersecurity training through homelabs, build real-world scenarios, master the basics, and create a portfolio of projects along the way. Learn more: bit.ly/40gQnBc It's free. No gimmicks.

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There has some recent discussions with "CVSS is Dead" debate with the cURL project's recent post. As someone in the vuln management space, this is a debate near and dear to my heart. A few anecdotes on the debate: youtu.be/JX7rchdaHIg

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The #cybersecurity job market has been in a huge slump. I propose 3 reasons why this is specifically in the context of security. And perhaps a way or two the industry can counter this. youtu.be/gdOWTJm_mcQ Also, trying not to be negative. Although I recognize it's negative.

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I propose a few beginner-friendly projects to begin in #cybersecurity. youtu.be/Bf5P4X6y0gM I've talked about CTFs a lot. @Snyk has an upcoming event, Fetch the Flag, hosted by the one & only John Hammond. These are great opportunities to learn and grow!

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I have been in a productivity rut in 2025 so for. Described in one word, laziness. Here are a few strategies I am implementing in my routine for better consistency in self-study and projects. youtu.be/QZOoC6pIWKI

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kicking off a two-part series in investigating the rise and world of infostealers. youtu.be/3DMG_FL_VJo The next video, I wrote infostealer implementation in Go, skid style.

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a few thoughts on the current state of the cybersecurity job market. It's rough out there, as many of us know. I highlight the 3 primary reasons why and perhaps what we can do. youtu.be/WWZ1pEF8iNM I recognize this is a bit negative, attempting to just portray some realism.

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Cybersecurity careers can be overwhelming, yet rewarding. Here's an honest, realistic take on cybersecurity careers, the good, and the bad. youtu.be/pcQZEtcs61Q

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"Layering" cybersecurity into various different levels can not only help with understanding security as a concept, but also the implementation pieces of where you perhaps lack visibility, detection, and processes. Here is an overview of each these layers: youtu.be/W1-GP25koX8

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hollywood hacking - "i'm in". real hacking, in page 82 of pentest report, "tried running scans on internal LAN, nothing." A few myths in cybersecurity debunked. youtu.be/JWw4TT1E0OA

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Last night I found out that my local ice cream shop now supports passkeys for their rewards accounts. Looks like it's time to convert. the ice cream shops have spoken.

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Lately, I've been exploring Android mobile app hacking. In this video, I break down the basics—APK structure, common attack techniques, and how to defend against them. Big thanks to Guardsquare for their insights on mobile app protection! šŸŽ„ youtu.be/InG3shZ0bfM

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programming in cybersecurity still 100% relevant in the age of AI and LLMs. I propose a few reasons why you should still be writing code youtu.be/HNhn98p3zdU

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a step-by-step overview of my personal cybersecurity defense strategy, coining it as "cyber defense stack". youtu.be/o0RxwyPjI3I Overall: - password managers - dns security - uBlock ftw - freeze credit - have a "I died" backup sheet

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Another 30 day cybersecurity challenge. This time playing TryHackMe for 30 days! Did the SOC Level 1, Security Engineering, and challenges. youtu.be/FZLy_SkHkzw Overall Recommendations: - Learn in manageable chunks. - Do the challenges. - Take extensive notes.