Lawrence transformed his career by starting with the Cybersecurity Pathway at Robust IT. From completing his fundamental certifications and gaining hands-on helpdesk experience to becoming a SOC Analyst and now preparing for his CEH certification, his story shows how determination and structured learning can open doors in the tech industry.
Robust IT 
How to Pass Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v13)
Pass CEH v13 by mastering attack phases, tools, and defensive countermeasures—without getting lost in tool-of-the-day rabbit holes.
Inside the NCSC’s New Vulnerability Research Initiative: How You Can Train for the Frontlines of Cybersecurity
The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre has launched a bold new Vulnerability Research Initiative (VRI), inviting external experts to help protect critical infrastructure. This post explores what it means, how to get involved, and how Robust IT’s cybersecurity training can get you career-ready.
The Spider’s Web: How a Cyber Attack Crippled Las Vegas in 2023
A chilling cyberattack hit Las Vegas in 2023, bringing two casino giants to a halt. Here’s how social engineering, ransomware, and human error collided — and what this breach means for the future of cybersecurity.
Simon Hirst (Senior Course Consultant) 
How to Become a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Your Pathway Into Cybersecurity
Step into the world of ethical hacking with our CEH-focused cybersecurity pathway. Learn how you can go from beginner to certified professional, gaining skills in security, networks, and hacking tools that employers value.
Jack Heeney 
Cybersecurity Career Growth vs. Retention Risks: How to Build Resilient Cyber Teams in 2025
As cybersecurity job openings continue to soar, burnout and high attrition rates are quietly threatening industry stability. This article explores how we can balance demand with long-term workforce wellbeing.
The Waves of Disruption: What the Maersk and NotPetya Attack Teaches Us About Cybersecurity Resilience
The 2017 NotPetya malware attack brought global shipping giant Maersk to its knees, exposing the immense vulnerabilities in international cyber defences. Here’s what the rest of us can learn from it.
Are AI and Automation Killing Tech Jobs? Not These Future-Proof Careers
AI Is Changing the Workplace—But Not All Jobs Are at Risk Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei recently warned that AI could eliminate up to 50% of entry-level white-collar jobs in the next five years, with unemployment potentially rising to 20%. Headlines like this raise an urgent question: Are all tech jobs …
Why the UK Government’s AI “Backdoor” Plan Raises Big Questions for Cybersecurity
The UK government’s proposal to introduce backdoors into encrypted messaging apps has sparked fierce debate. But beyond privacy, the plan raises urgent questions about national cybersecurity, job skills, and the future of encryption.
Microsoft Addresses Multiple Zero-Day Vulnerabilities in May 2025 Patch Tuesday
Microsoft’s latest Patch Tuesday update in May 2025 tackled 78 security flaws, including five critical zero-days under active attack. Here’s why IT teams must stay vigilant—and how you can turn this into a career opportunity.