The threat is real—and the human layer of cybersecurity is more critical than ever.

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to attend an eye-opening online briefing hosted by Shawn Waldman, CEO & Founder of SecureCyber  titled:

🔍 “Breaking Down the Iranian Cyber Threat After the U.S. Strike”

As someone actively engaged in public affairs, this was my first exposure to the operational reality of Iranian state-aligned cyber actors—including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Cyber Command, APT groups like Charming Kitten, and the wider Iranian Cyber Army.

Shawn Waldman’s briefing was informative, detailed, and at times… sobering.

🔐 Key Takeaways & Recommendations:

✅ Nation-state threats are increasing, especially following military conflict.

✅ Iranian cyber actors have a predictable playbook—knowing it gives us an advantage.

✅ A multi-layered cybersecurity strategy is non-negotiable.

🚨 Start With:

• Enforcing MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication)

• Maintaining current patching and asset inventories

• Executing executive tabletop exercises

• Engaging with ISACs, CISA, and trusted vendors

• Performing external pen testing and vulnerability scans

• Exploring automated threat hunting using tools like Feedly AI

This kind of insight is vital not just for IT teams, but for leaders, public sector officials, and small business owners working to protect their organizations and communities.

Thank you, Shawn Waldman, and SecureCyber for this critical work. Your continued service on the cyber frontlines is deeply appreciated.

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