Introducing MITRE ATT&CK Defender
Rick Gordon of MITRE Engenuity Details New Training, Certification
A recent study showed that even though 82% of cybersecurity professionals are familiar with the MITRE ATT&CK framework, only 8% said they used it regularly. This led to development of the new MITRE ATT&CK Defender training and certification. Rick Gordon of MITRE Engenuity explains.
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In a video interview with Information Security Media Group as part of its RSA Conference 2021 coverage, Gordon discusses:
- The concept behind MAD;
- The components of the training and certification;
- The metrics of success.
Gordon is an expert on security technology, business strategy and early-stage venture development. As MITRE Engenuity's managing director of programs, he oversees MITRE Engenuity initiatives, including the Center for Threat-Informed Defense, ATT&CK Evaluations and MITRE ATT&CK Defender. Previously, he was a director at the INOVA Health Accelerator, managing partner of the cybersecurity market-centric accelerator MACH37, vice president of product management at KeyW Corp., COO of LookingGlass Cyber Solutions, managing director at the Civitas Group, and CEO of Tovaris, a specialized encryption software company.
