leadership & management
Expel culture | 3 min read
Meet the Expletive: James Shank, Director of Threat OperationsMeet James Shank, Expel's first Director of Threat Operations. We cover James' past career experience, and why he thrives in the chaos.
MDR | 7 min read
Alert fatigue, burnout, turnover: lather, rinse, repeatMany security orgs are trapped in a difficult cycle. Alert fatigue causes service quality degradation and fuels burnout. Rinse & repeat.
Data & research | 3 min read
Exploring the necessity of college degrees for cybersecurity talentWe recently polled Expletives on what kind of degrees they have (if any) and if they do or don't use those skills in their roles for us.
Company news | 2 min read
Four of Expel’s partner heroes land on the 2025 Women of the Channel List by CRNExpel celebrates four women named to CRN's Women of the Channel list for their leadership in advancing channel excellence.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Meet the Expletive: Fred House, VP, Detection Engineering and InnovationMeet Fred House, VP of Detection Engineering and Innovation at Expel. He leads the Detection & Response Engineering and Data Science teams.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Expletive spotlight: Women’s History MonthTo round out our Women's History Month celebrations, we asked Expletives to share their thoughts on gender parity.
SOC | 7 min read
Stressed SOC? Data’s your best ally to justify more resourcesUse analyst workload metrics and efficiency KPIs data to build a business case for more SOC resources and increased budget.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Meet the Expletive: Alex Glass, VP, Global Channel Sales & AlliancesThis blog series dives into the people that make Expel tick. Meet Alex Glass, Expel's VP, Global Channel Sales & Alliances.
Expel culture | 4 min read
Reintroducing Expel’s employee resource groups (ERGs)Expel has four employee resource groups (ERGs) open to community members and allies, because we know we're better when different.
Current events | 4 min read
Expel’s predictions for 2025: our crystal ball says…Read what our Expel experts are predicting for AI and security in 2025. These predictions can help you continue planning for new year.
Company news | 3 min read
A year in review: 2024 at ExpelExpel is rounding out 2024 with a recap of our best moments of the year. We continue to build our culture, innovate, and make noise.
Data & research | 4 min read
A recap of our conversation on combatting security team burnoutThis on-demand webinar discusses burnout in cybersecurity, its downstream impact, and strategies you can use to combat it.
Company news | 2 min read
Expel welcomes Kevin Mandia to our board of directorsSecurity industry luminary joins our board to help guide us on the next chapter in our journey.
Expel culture | 6 min read
An inside look at what happens when you finally take a real vacationI returned from my vacation with more than a tan. Here are 7 not-so-obvious things I learned by stepping away and unplugging from the office.
Data & research | 2 min read
From exhaustion to equilibrium: battling burnout in your SOCOur new ebook covers the burnout epidemic in the industry, and how you can address it.
Expel culture | 4 min read
The serious impact of burnout—it’s more than a buzzwordExpel’s Chief People Officer, Amy Rossi, shares how to identify and address burnout in your team as it continues to run rampant in cybersecurity.
Company news | 1 min read
CRN Recognizes Liz Cook and Kaitlin Waite of Expel on the 2024 Women of the Channel ListExpel’s Liz Cook and Kaitlin Waite were named to CRN’s prestigious Women of the Channel list. Read more to learn why.
MDR | 7 min read
Transparency in MDR: three use casesTransparency influences everything we do at Expel. Here's why it's a beneficial strategy for your business.
SOC | 5 min read
Work with your SOC/MDR in a cybersecurity risk assessmentThere are different kinds of security assessments, and what you perform should be aligned to your organization's goals.
Expel culture | 6 min read
What’s it like being a female site reliability engineer?This interview highlights two female engineers at Expel, and their experiences throughout their careers in the industry as women.
Expel culture | 2 min read
What makes Expel a Great Place to Work®?Expel has been named to five Best Workplaces lists by Great Place to Work®. We’re pleased, but our goal is to be even better.
Cloud security | 3 min read
Cloud repatriation and cybersecurity challengesMany factors influence the decision to move data back on prem. Organizations must plan for security both during and after the move.
Cloud security | 3 min read
Staff, C-suite disagree on how security drives innovationThis 2023 CSA research report found that the C-suite and security staff are disconnected on the role security plays in innovation.
Expel culture | 3 min read
20 tips for aspiring security operations center analystsCandor, curiosity, passion for learning, humility, empathy, and being a good teammate can take a prospective security analyst far.
SOC | 8 min read
How much does it cost to build a 24×7 SOC?Not all 24x7 SOCs are created equal. Here we outline four possible security operations centers and an estimate of your costs.
Company news | 2 min read
A message from Expel’s co-foundersOur business is growing, but market shifts mean making difficult changes. We're restructuring our team and must sadly part ways with some.
Data & research | 3 min read
Companies with 250-1,000 employees suffer high security alert fatigueUK IT leaders are battling alert fatigue, burnout, and staff turnover. Discover how to protect your team and improve business resilience.
MDR | 3 min read
New UK cybersecurity report: top 5 findingsExpel’s new survey of UK IT decision makers reveals the primary concerns facing both security leaders and front-line workers.
Cloud security | 7 min read
Five common multi-cloud security challengesSwitching to multi-cloud is hard. An Expel engineer shares what you need to think about and how to stay sane during the transition.
Expel culture | 5 min read
The Security ClauseLike Santa, a new cybersecurity pro has a lot to learn. See the surprising parallels between The Santa Clause and starting a new security role.
MDR | 3 min read
5 cybersecurity predictions for 2023Gaze into the future of cybersecurity. Our 2023 predictions will help you prepare for the biggest trends and threats on the horizon.
Expel culture | 5 min read
The Zen of cybersecurity cultureCybersecurity Awareness Month is here. Learn why security dos and don'ts must become habits you do without thinking to truly stay safe.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Let’s talk compensation: Why Expel made the move to pay transparencyWhat is pay transparency? We explain what it means to us at Expel, how we made the decision, and what we’ve learned along the way.
Company news | 3 min read
The dinner that started it all with Expel’s new CISOMeet our new CISO, Greg Notch! Fresh off 15 years with the NHL, he shares his insights on the infosec industry and what drew him to Expel.
Expel culture | 5 min read
Helpful tools for technical teams to collaborate without meetingsToo many meetings dragging down your tech team? Our CTO shares the tools and tips he uses to cut meeting load and improve collaboration.
Expel culture | 8 min read
A new way to recruit: Our approach to building Expel’s Phishing teamSee how our focused Phishing team is designed to protect MDR service continuity while boosting diversity in cybersecurity.
Company news | 2 min read
A tough goodbyeAfter five years as Expel's CISO, Bruce Potter is moving on. Read his farewell post and see what he has to say about his time with us.
MDR | 4 min read
How should my MDR provider support my compliance goals?Find out what compliance means in practice and how your MDR provider can support your compliance program, not become a liability.
SOC | 8 min read
How to measure SOC qualityScale your SOC while improving quality. Expel's SOC builders explain the metrics and methods they used to pull it off. Learn how you can too.
MDR | 6 min read
How to create (and share) good cybersecurity metricsYou have the cybersecurity metrics—now what? Learn how to report progress, have the right conversation, and measure the right things.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Could you go a week without meetings at work?We went a whole week with no meetings! Find out what happened, and download our Meeting Mojo kit to maximize your essential meetings.
Expel culture | 4 min read
The CISO in 2020 (and beyond): A chat with Bruce PotterIt was a chaotic year. Get topline takeaways on security trends and the evolving role of the CISO from Expel’s Bruce Potter.
MDR | 9 min read
Performance metrics, part 2: Keeping things under controlProtect your SOC from volatility. Our team dives into the specific metrics and techniques used for resilient SOC leadership.
SOC | 10 min read
Performance SOC metrics, part 1: Measuring efficiencyHow do you establish efficient SOC metrics? Understand our team’s approach to setting SOC goals, creating a strategy and measuring success.
Expel culture | 4 min read
So you’re a manager. Congrats! Now what?Strong leaders are paramount to success. Find out why we built a managers program at Expel to give our leaders the tools they need.
MDR | 6 min read
6 things to do before you bring in a red teamGet your SOC analysts ready for battle. Here are six essential steps you must take to prepare for a red team engagement.
Current events | 4 min read
Thinking about Zoom and riskZoom is keeping us connected, but is it too risky? Our CISO weighs in on the recent security concerns and shares his expert opinion.
Expel culture | 6 min read
Five things that’ll help you determine whether you’ll like working at a companyHow do you interview a company who’s interviewing you? Our Account Executive shares how he evaluated Expel during the hiring process.
SOC | 6 min read
7 habits of highly effective SOCsWondering what it takes to build an effective SOC full of motivated, happy analysts? We’ve got some thoughts on that.
Expel culture | 10 min read
It’s time to drive a rising tideCybersecurity fundamentals keep us safe, but how do you get people to adopt them? Our COO Yanek Korff shares some key ideas.
Expel culture | 4 min read
5 tips for writing a cybersecurity policy that doesn’t suckAll good cybersecurity policies share some similar traits. Here are our pro tips for creating a solid policy for your own org.
MDR | 6 min read
Five things law firms can do now to improve their security for tomorrowRelativity CSO Amanda Fennell shares the top five, easy-to-get-started things she sees forward-thinking law firms doing to improve their security.
MDR | 8 min read
The top five pitfalls to avoid when implementing SOARSOAR isn’t really about “orchestration and response.” It’s an engineering problem at its core. Here’s why.
Expel culture | 5 min read
How to get your resume noticed at Expel (or anywhere)Want the hiring manager here (or anywhere) to notice you? These resume pro tips will help you stand out from the pack.
SOC | 3 min read
Four habits of highly effective security teamsPractice these habits consistently and you’ll have an engaged, talented and all-around awesome security team.
MDR | 4 min read
How to get your security tool chest in order when you’re growing like crazyNeed to expand your security tool chest? Our CISO’s got some tips to consider when thinking about what tech to keep or buy.
MDR | 4 min read
Four common infosec legal risks and how to mitigate themThere are four missteps we see happen often that open fast-growing companies up to unnecessary legal risks -- here’s how to course correct.
Expel culture | 6 min read
Dear fellow CEO: do these seven things to improve your org’s security postureNeed to get the security train back on the tracks? Our CEO’s got some pro tips on improving your org’s security ASAP.
MDR | 4 min read
How to start a cybersecurity program (or restart one that lapsed)Stuck with a legacy security program? Get quick steps to take when you have less, to get your cybersecurity efforts back on track.
SOC | 6 min read
How to get the most out of your upcoming SOC tour: making your provider uncomfortableVisiting an MSSP's SOC? Learn how to prepare for your visit to get the best sense of the service you're really buying.
Cloud security | 7 min read
Getting a grip on your cloud security strategyCloud security is different. Get three key points from Expel that should inform and improve your modern cloud strategy.
Expel culture | 11 min read
Why Expel doesn’t do R&DChallenge accepted! See how we’re approaching R&D (innovation) in a new way, ditching old processes and fostering real change.
Expel culture | 7 min read
Lessons learned from a CISO’s first 100 daysRelativity CSO Amanda Fennell reflects on her first 100 days and shares key recommendations for new Chief Security Officers.
Expel culture | 9 min read
A beginner’s guide to getting started in cybersecurityOur list of five things you can do to take the first steps to an entry-level technical cybersecurity career and more.
Company news | 7 min read
What our customers have taught usAfter working with customers over the last year we’ve learned a whole lot more. Did we nail it?
Expel culture | 4 min read
Learning is fundamentalHow to make change to create a learning environment and "The Three Ways" to bring order to your Security Operations Center (SOC). 4 min read.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Recruit for team dauntlessA sample of questions posed in a recent interview, as we searched for the next member of our security team, and how to hire the fearlessly determined.
MDR | 5 min read
How to avoid shelfwareSet yourself up for success by asking these four questions before you purchase new security products and software.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Mission matters: watch your signalsHere are four things you can start working on today to set the tone for security in your organization that will have a lasting impact on your team.
SOC | 4 min read
Mistakes to avoid when measuring SOC performanceDiscover the three most common mistakes companies make when developing their first set of operational metrics.
Expel culture | 2 min read
Don’t dam upstream: ways to build a feedback loopReview four approaches to strengthen your security operations feedback loop and ensure analysts can influence detection.
MDR | 3 min read
Get your security tools in order: seven tactics you should knowGet your work right. Learn seven things to consider to bring harmony to your security toolchain and get the equipment you need to succeed.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Five ways to keep your security nerds happyHiring and keeping good IT/security practitioners can be tough, so once you’ve got good talent you’ll need to work to keep them.