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  • 5 ways to become a platform engineer

    Platform Engineering is a high-demand career joining the expertise from software development and DevOps to create internal developer platforms (IDPs) that accelerate development.

  • How identity sprawl hides threats (and how to fix it)

    As your business evolves, so does its risk profile. Fragmented IT and security systems leave organizations vulnerable to sophisticated identity security threats. Without clear visibility across users, policies, and environments, costly breaches can go undetected for months. But there’s a solution. Download our 5-page eBook to learn how a unified identity solution can provide the visibility and tools needed to protect your organization.

  • How to govern access without slowing the business

    A policy-based approach to identity management. Evolving from a basic task of managing usernames and passwords, Identity and Access Management (IAM) has become a strategic imperative for modern organizations. Maturing your identity governance and administration contributes to stronger security, improved compliance, and operational agility.

  • How to control AI agents and other non-human identities

    Control AI agents and other non-human identities with Okta and AWS.

  • Think Beyond Data Classification: Unlock Contextual Data+AI Intelligence

    Securiti’s Data Command Graph is a powerful knowledge graph that transforms the most comprehensive source of metadata into the actionable intelligence you need to harness data and AI safely.

  • How to master identity governance and compliance for every identity type

    A policy-based approach to identity management. Evolving from a basic task of managing usernames and passwords, Identity and Access Management (IAM) has become a strategic imperative for modern organizations. Maturing your identity governance and administration contributes to stronger security, improved compliance, and operational agility.

  • How to get visibility into all Identity threats and remediate them in real time

    Download our 5-page eBook to learn how a unified identity solution can provide the visibility and tools needed to protect your organization.

  • Patch Management Compliance Quick Reference Guide

    Meeting patch compliance is increasingly difficult as regulations expand and IT environments grow more complex. This guide consolidates patch requirements from major frameworks, helping teams save time, understand expectations, and strengthen security with compliance guidance.

  • Patch Management Checklist

    Keeping software patched is essential for preventing cyberattacks, but the process can be complex. This checklist guides organizations through every stage—from strategy and research to testing, implementation, and post-deployment—to simplify patching and strengthen overall security.

  • Top 10 Patch Management Best Practices

    Patch management is more critical than ever, and this guide breaks down the top 10 best practices with clear steps and practical advice to help organizations prioritize vulnerabilities, streamline deployment, automate workflows, and strengthen security.

  • Autonomous Patch Management Strategies for Distributed Networks

    This guide helps IT teams strengthen patch management for distributed networks through advanced automation, enhanced security practices, expert testing methods, and AI-driven monitoring—offering practical strategies to streamline workflows, reduce risk, and improve resilience across environments.

  • Optimizing Endpoint Management: How Action1 Complements Microsoft Intune

    Microsoft Intune is powerful, and Action1 enhances it with deeper patching, compliance, and remote management capabilities. This guide explains how both solutions work together to strengthen endpoint security and provide control at scale today.

  • Action1 2025 Survey Report: AI Impact on Sysadmins

    AI is reshaping IT operations, and Action1’s 2025 Survey of 600 sysadmins reveals readiness gaps, cautious adoption, and ongoing concerns around accuracy and security—offering insight into how administrators expect AI to influence responsibilities across environments.

  • The Ultimate WSUS Replacement Guide for Modern IT Teams

    WSUS is deprecated, leaving IT teams with an outdated, high-maintenance tool lacking third-party support and remote capabilities. This guide explains WSUS limitations, compares it to modern patching, and provides a checklist-driven plan to transition confidently.

  • Action1 Cybersecurity in Education Report 2025–2026

    Action1 surveyed 350 school IT leaders to assess cybersecurity challenges in 2025–2026. Findings reveal rising incidents, staffing gaps, limited confidence, growing ransomware and AI-driven phishing risks, and uneven readiness despite increased assessments, budgets, and awareness.

  • Windows Server IoT for Virtualization

    Download our latest eBook to explore how Windows Server IoT virtualization can streamline workloads and maximize hardware investment.

  • Gartner Industry Report: KnowBe4 named a Leader in Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Email Security Platforms

    KnowBe4 has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for Email Security Platforms for the second consecutive year — and we're offering you complimentary access to the full report.

  • KnowBe4 and Hood College: Protecting Higher Education One Email at a Time

    Discover how Hood College reduced phishing attacks and strengthened cybersecurity through KnowBe4’s Security Awareness Training, Student Edition content, and Phish Alert Button, fostering a culture of vigilance among staff and students.

  • Human Risk Management for Education

    Explore how KnowBe4’s HRM+ platform enhances cybersecurity in education with security awareness training, real-time coaching, and AI tools to combat phishing, reduce human error, and strengthen security culture in schools and universities.

  • Global Education Report

    Discover the challenges schools and universities face against escalating cyberattacks and explore actionable solutions to protect sensitive data, mitigate risks, and build robust cybersecurity defenses in the global education sector.