Guides
Practical how-to guides for entrepreneurs and cybersecurity folks alike

The Security Auditing Manifesto: Shared Values for Effective Security and Compliance Management
Learn how adopting a collaborative approach that values transparency, shared understanding, and continuous improvement can help organizations build stronger security partnerships, reduce friction, and better manage real risks to the business while effectively addressing compliance requirements.
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Greatest Hits
A curated lists of the most popular blog posts at Return on Security about cybersecurity investing, starting a business, career advancement, and more.
Mike Privette /

An Intro to Cybersecurity for VC's
A cyber operator's guide to learning about the cybersecurity industry for people working in venture capital and private equity.
Mike Privette /

On the Art of Selling to Cybersecurity People
A primer to help sales people better prospect and sell cybersecurity products from a CISO's point of view.
Mike Privette /

My New Mac Setup 2022
Here's how I set up my new Mac for 2022 or Yet Another New Mac Setup Script (YANMSS).
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