Expanding Your Security Horizons: Learning The Ropes 102
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Expanding Your Security Horizons: Learning The Ropes 102

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Expanding your horizons and surviving in security, this is my next book following hot on the heels

of learning the ropes 101. If you’ve read the first book, welcome back! If not and this is the first time

you’ve picked up something I’ve written, welcome!

It's similar length to my first one but covers a more diverse range of topics :), giving you more of an insight to the different areas of security and building your understanding to further your career.

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About the Author

Andy Gill
Andy Gill

Andy began his career in IT by fixing other people’s computers and rescuing data from the brink, before transitioning into the world of offensive security. These days, he’s a seasoned red teamer and penetration tester by trade, with a passion for research, tooling, and blogging after hours.

With a decade-plus of hands-on experience, Andy has worked across a broad spectrum of offensive security domains, including penetration testing, threat-led red teaming (both regulatory and bespoke), purple teaming, adversary emulation, and security capability development. He’s played a key role in delivering intelligence-led engagements aligned to frameworks and has helped organisations build resilience through realistic threat simulation and collaborative defence testing.

Beyond the day job, Andy has a strong track record in community involvement and education. He was the organiser of a local DEF CON group (DC44141), regularly presents at global security conferences, and runs training sessions focused on red teaming tradecraft, malwareless access, and adversary simulation. He’s also the author of numerous technical articles and walkthroughs published on his blog, often mixing clarity, humour, and depth to demystify complex topics in offensive security.

Andy enjoys photography and long drives outside of tech, finding creative and reflective space away from the screen. Whether you catch him speaking on stage or in the pub at a con, he’s always keen to talk shop, swap stories, or help others level up.

You can read more on his blog at https://blog.zsec.uk or his handle on the internet is @ZephrFish.

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Table of Contents

  • Preface
  • Introduction
    • Why Another Book?
    • Is this Book for you?
    • Scratching the Itch of Wanting to Learn this Stuff
    • Explaining the Business Side of Each Topic
    • Logical Thinking and Soft Skills
    • Core Topics
    • Thank You
  • Running over the Fundamentals
    • Networking
    • Architecture
    • Web Technologies
    • Cloud Computing
    • Systems Administration
    • Programming
    • Communications
  • Different Flavours of Security
    • Preventative Security
    • Asset Management
    • Pentesting
    • The Coloured Teams (Red/Blue/Orange/Rainbow/Purple)
    • What is a Red Team?
    • What is Blue Team?
    • What is Purple Team?
    • Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)
  • Certification Paths
    • Technology Basics
    • Defensive Security
    • Offensive Security
    • Security Architecture
    • Governance Risk and Compliance
  • Learning The Trades
    • Offensive Security (Pentesting/Red)
    • Defensive Security (Blue Team)
    • Effective Security Leadership and Management
    • Feedback and Honesty
    • Governance, Risk Management and Compliance (GRC)
  • Consulting Life Pro Tips
    • Translation of Technical to Business and Vice Versa
    • Going On-Site
    • Navigating Tricky Client Focused Situations
  • Preventative & Reactive Security
    • Collection
    • Investigation
    • Remediation
    • Incident Response
    • Threat Hunting
    • Architecture and Engineering (A&E)
  • Security Research
    • Staying Current
    • Conferences
    • Personal Research
  • Reporting
    • Offensive Security
    • Defensive Security
    • Governance Risk & Compliance
    • Collaborative Security
    • General Advice
    • Stand Alone Information
  • Continuing Your Career
    • Career Progression and Aspirations
    • Certifications + Training
    • Building Your Understanding
  • Surviving in the Industry
    • Pentesting/Red Teaming
    • Incident Response
    • Work/Life Balance
    • Managing Imposter Syndrome and/or Burnout
    • Research
    • Hiring and Compensation
  • Closing Notes
    • Further Learning
    • Lessons Learned
    • References
    • Thank You
    • What Happens Next?

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