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.
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 Adaptive Exam (CAT): What to Expect in 2026

CISSP Adaptive Exam (CAT): What to Expect in 2026

How the CISSP adaptive exam works in 2026: 100 to 150 questions in 3 hours, why it stops early, how pass or fail is decided, domain weights and exam-day tips.
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…
How to Pass the CCNA: 200-301 v1.1 or v2.0 in 2026?

How to Pass the CCNA: 200-301 v1.1 or v2.0 in 2026?

How to pass the CCNA 200-301: v1.1 vs v2.0 (switching February 3, 2027), 120 minutes, pass/fail scoring, where candidates get stuck 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…
IAT vs IAM Certifications: IAT Level I–III and the DoD 8140 Transition

IAT vs IAM Certifications: IAT Level I–III and the DoD 8140 Transition

IAT certification and IAM levels explained: the last DoD 8570 IAT Level II and III cert chart, and how DoD 8140 work roles and proficiency levels replace them.
AI and Facial Recognition will improve society

AI and Facial Recognition will improve society

AI and Facial Recognition is revolutionizing security. This technology will virtually erradicate many forms of crime
The Marriott Hack – This is What will Happen Next.

The Marriott Hack – This is What will Happen Next.

Personal information from about 500,000,000 people who made reservations at a Starwood hotel was stolen by hackers.  These hotels include…
Data Limitation Laws?

Data Limitation Laws?

It is usually not a good idea for lawmakers to get involved in cybersecurity beyond a certain point.  The reason…
How to Transition to a Cybersecurity Career at Any Age

How to Transition to a Cybersecurity Career at Any Age

Moving into cybersecurity in your 30s, 40s or 50s? A 4-step 2026 plan: which certifications first, how to get experience, and the roles career changers land.
Passwords Suck and Will Go Away – Here’s How

Passwords Suck and Will Go Away – Here’s How

Why Passwords Suck Usernames and Passwords are not secure by nature.  Usernames and Passwords are controls that rely on “Something…