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Foundational Cybersecurity Resources

This section provides a curated list of resources that delve into foundational cybersecurity concepts, frequently explored in my O'Reilly training sessions and other educational offerings.

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Reading List

Despite the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and technology, these books offer a comprehensive roadmap for understanding the intersection of these technologies with cybersecurity:

  • Developing Cybersecurity Programs and Policies in an AI-Driven World
    Explore strategies for creating robust cybersecurity frameworks in an AI-centric environment.
  • Available on O'Reilly*

  • Beyond the Algorithm: AI, Security, Privacy, and Ethics
    Gain insights into the ethical and security challenges posed by AI technologies.

  • Available on O'Reilly*

  • The AI Revolution in Networking, Cybersecurity, and Emerging Technologies
    Understand how AI is transforming networking and cybersecurity landscapes.

  • Available on O'Reilly*

Video Courses

Enhance your practical skills with these video courses designed to deepen your understanding of cybersecurity:



  • AI-Enabled Programming, Networking, and Cybersecurity
  • Learn to use AI for cybersecurity, networking, and programming tasks.
  • Use examples of practical, hands-on activities and demos that emphasize real-world tasks.
  • Implement AI tools as a programmer, developer, networking, or security professional.
  • Available on O'Reilly

  • Securing Generative AI
  • Explore security for deploying and developing AI applications, RAG, agents, and other AI implementations
  • Learn hands-on with practical skills of real-life AI and machine learning cases
  • Incorporate security at every stage of AI development, deployment, and operation
  • Available on O'Reilly

  • Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals
    A comprehensive video course covering essential cybersecurity principles.
  • Available on O'Reilly

  • The Art of Hacking
    A series of video courses offering over 26 hours of training in ethical hacking and penetration testing techniques. Ideal for those preparing for certifications like OSCP or CEH.
  • Visit The Art of Hacking

  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Latest Edition
  • Very comprehensive! Over 19 hours! Available on O'Reilly





Additional Resources

  • Hacking Scenarios (Labs) in O'Reilly: No need to install any software in your system. Cloud based labs.
  • https://hackingscenarios.com

  • My Personal Blog: Stay updated with my latest thoughts and insights on cybersecurity trends and techniques.

  • Visit Blog

  • My Cisco Blog:

  • Access Blog

  • GitHub Repository: Access a wealth of resources and tools for hackers and cybersecurity enthusiasts.

  • Visit GitHub Repo

  • WebSploit Labs: Engage with interactive labs to practice and refine your hacking skills.

  • Visit WebSploit Labs

  • NetAcad Ethical Hacker Free Course

  • Available (free) on NetAcad Skills for All

These resources are designed to provide a solid foundation in cybersecurity concepts while also exploring the implications of emerging technologies like AI.