Black Arrows Blog
Insights on Security Brutalism, fundamentals, and building resilient security programs.
Simplicity As A Security Discipline
January 2026
Security Brutalism treats simplicity as a form of structural integrity.
READ MORE →Top 10 Basic Must-Have Security Controls for Startups
January 2026
Early security choices shape everything that follows. These are 10 non-negotiable security controls every startup should put in place from day one to reduce risk, protect growth, and avoid preventable breaches.
READ MORE →Security Renaissance: The Time Is Now
November 2026
The cybersecurity industry has a problem, and it's not the attackers.
READ MORE →Security Brutalism meets the World of AI
November 2026
AI systems are growing in capability and complexity. The Security Industry was not ready for this.
READ MORE →Why Security Fundamentals Matter More Than Sophisticated Tools
October 2026
Most organizations spend resources on advanced security tools while neglecting basic fundamentals like asset inventory and patch management. We explore why this approach fails and how returning to the basics strengthens protection.
READ MORE →Building Resilience: Why Recovery Matters As Much As Prevention
September 2026
Prevention alone cannot guarantee security. We discuss how organizations that focus equally on recovery and resilience achieve stronger protection and faster incident response.
READ MORE →Why a CISO Should Invest in Security Brutalism: Key Benefits for Robust Defenses
September 2026
When CISOs adopt a mindset of a leaner and more resilient program, stronger baselines, faster decisions, and a culture where security is just how the organization operates follows.
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