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Thomas Marsland
Thomas Marsland
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Thomas Marsland

Thomas Marsland is a cybersecurity leader with a focus on designing systems and processes that embrace security at their foundations, while protecting scalability and minimizing technical debt. He enjoys working on problems in operations and technology, delivering value to organizations with a mission-focused mindset. A 22-year veteran of the United States Navy, his work history includes nuclear power, IT, cybersecurity, and executive leadership in the cybersecurity and technology fields, including for the US Navy and Cloud Range. In his spare time, he leads VetSec, a 501c3 with the mission to help veterans find cybersecurity careers. Originally from Port Ludlow, WA, Tom currently resides in Ravensdale, WA with his wife and children.
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Introduction to cybersecurity fundamentals

In today’s interconnected world, cybersecurity has become the linchpin in preserving privacy, trust, and the integrity of digital systems. This section serves as your introduction to the fundamentals of the cybersecurity landscape. We’ll begin by examining the core concepts that underpin this critical field.

The digital revolution

The last few decades have witnessed a digital revolution that has transformed the way we live, work, and communicate. The internet, once just a research and communication network, has grown into a sprawling ecosystem connecting billions of devices worldwide. Our personal lives, businesses, governments, and critical infrastructure all rely extensively on digital technologies.

As the digital landscape expanded, so did the avenues for cyber threats. Imagine a world without cybersecurity measures – the consequences would be dire. Personal data would be constantly exposed, financial systems...

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Thomas Marsland

Thomas Marsland is a cybersecurity leader with a focus on designing systems and processes that embrace security at their foundations, while protecting scalability and minimizing technical debt. He enjoys working on problems in operations and technology, delivering value to organizations with a mission-focused mindset. A 22-year veteran of the United States Navy, his work history includes nuclear power, IT, cybersecurity, and executive leadership in the cybersecurity and technology fields, including for the US Navy and Cloud Range. In his spare time, he leads VetSec, a 501c3 with the mission to help veterans find cybersecurity careers. Originally from Port Ludlow, WA, Tom currently resides in Ravensdale, WA with his wife and children.
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