Donald Korinchak, MBA, PMP, CISSP, SecurityX, ITILv3

Donald Korinchak is a Cybersecurity Professional in the Washington DC area. Donald holds an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh Katz School of Business. Donald is considered a thought leader in business, leadership, and cybersecurity issues.
A Step by Step Guide on how a Cybersecurity Risk Assessment is Performed

A Step by Step Guide on how a Cybersecurity Risk Assessment is Performed

Risk assessment needs to be done frequently for any organization. These risk assessments protect against cybersecurity threats that are happening…
Why hackers love patching

Why hackers love patching

When a company issues a patch to fix security issues the bad guys start salivating.  They know that in many…
SecurityX (Formerly CASP+) vs CISSP: Which to Take First in 2026

SecurityX (Formerly CASP+) vs CISSP: Which to Take First in 2026

CompTIA SecurityX (formerly CASP+) vs CISSP: exam format, domains, experience rules, DoD 8140 listings, renewal and which to take first.
The Top 20 Cities for CISSPs

The Top 20 Cities for CISSPs

We analyzed the job postings, crunched the data, and determined the actual value of the CISSP certification to list the…
There are 2.9 Million Open Cyber Security Jobs in the US

There are 2.9 Million Open Cyber Security Jobs in the US

Companies are finding it very difficult to hire qualified Cyber Security professionals. Cyber Seek has completed a study that shows…
What is the Value of Big Data?

What is the Value of Big Data?

Big data is exactly what the name implies. It is a massive amount of data that is overwhelming in volume.…
Get AWS Certified on the Cheap!

Get AWS Certified on the Cheap!

The AWS Cloud Architect certification has recently topped the list of the most valuable IT certifications to hold. Given this,…
Failed the CISSP? Why It Happens and How to Pass on Your Next Try

Failed the CISSP? Why It Happens and How to Pass on Your Next Try

Failed the CISSP? Read your domain proficiency report, find the real cause and use ISC2's 30-day wait wisely. Retake rules, costs and an 8-week plan.
CISSP Exam Guide 2026: Format, Question Types, Domains and the Adaptive Test

CISSP Exam Guide 2026: Format, Question Types, Domains and the Adaptive Test

The CISSP exam in 2026: 100 to 150 adaptive questions in 3 hours, the question types, what each of the 8 domains tests, scoring, exam day and the 2027 change.
Kevin Mitnick (1963–2023): The Most Infamous Hacker of All Time

Kevin Mitnick (1963–2023): The Most Infamous Hacker of All Time

Kevin Mitnick went from America's most wanted hacker to a top security consultant. Read about his hacks, arrest, prison term, July 2023 death and his legacy.
What to do if your WordPress Site Gets Hacked

What to do if your WordPress Site Gets Hacked

Some estimates state that 40% of websites use the Content Management System (CMS) known as WordPress. WordPress is one of…
CCNA Exam 2026: Dates, v1.1 vs v2.0, Format and How to Pass

CCNA Exam 2026: Dates, v1.1 vs v2.0, Format and How to Pass

CCNA exam dates in 2026: book any day through Pearson VUE, v1.1 until February 3, 2027, then v2.0. Format, retakes, who pays and a 12-week lab plan.
AWS Cloud Architect Tops the Latest Salary Survey

AWS Cloud Architect Tops the Latest Salary Survey

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the most significant player in the cloud, holding an astonishing 45% of the industry market…