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Chris Maulding

Chris Maulding

Chris Maulding is a security engineer and CTO of Plattsburgh, N.Y.-based AlchemyCore, a managed security service provider (MSSP). He works with security integrators to assist them in the role of subject matter expert on cybersecurity matters with their end customers.

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ARTICLES

Cybersecurity Chronicles

Defense in Depth: A Layered Approach to Cybersecurity

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Chris Maulding
December 11, 2025

In cybersecurity, the principle of defense in depth is a strategy that layers multiple security measures to protect data and systems, ensuring that if one layer fails, others still stand.


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Cybersecurity Chronicles

Why Physical Penetration Testing Matters for Security Integrators

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Chris Maulding
October 9, 2025

Understanding physical penetration testing, a practice designed to uncover weaknesses in a facility’s defenses, is crucial for security integrators to validate their installations and stand out among competition.


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Cybersecurity Chronicles

SIEM Threat Hunting: A Critical Layer in Modern Security Defense

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Chris Maulding
August 26, 2025

Unlike traditional reactive security methods, threat hunting is an active pursuit — searching for signs of compromise before alerts are triggered or damage is done. When powered by a SIEM system, this approach offers a comprehensive, data-driven way to uncover hidden threats across both digital and physical domains. 


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Cybersecurity Chronicles

Why Physical Security Integrators Must Embrace Cybersecurity

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Chris Maulding
June 6, 2025

Physical security integrators are uniquely positioned to lead the way in embracing cybersecurity protocols.


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Cybersecurity Chronicles

The Critical Importance of Patching IoT Devices, Computers & Network Devices

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Chris Maulding
April 9, 2025

Patching IoT devices, computers, and network devices is a fundamental cybersecurity practice that can prevent catastrophic breaches.


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Cybersecurity Chronicles

Cybersecurity in 2024: Rising Threats and Critical Lessons from a Challenging Year

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Chris Maulding
February 6, 2025

Cybersecurity was on the rise in 2024 and continues to be a worldwide threat.


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Cybersecurity Chronicles

Securing the Cloud: Best Practices for Physical Security Integrators

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Chris Maulding
December 10, 2024

Explore the critical role of cloud security in physical security systems and discover best practices for integrators to protect against cyber threats.


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Cybersecurity Chronicles

5 Best Practices for Logging & Monitoring in Physical Security Integration

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Chris Maulding
September 30, 2024

Systems integrators must ensure their logging and monitoring practices comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.


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Cybersecurity Chronicles

Understanding Physical Penetration Testing

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Chris Maulding
August 5, 2024

Explore the critical role of physical penetration testing in evaluating and enhancing organizational security against real-world threats. 


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Cybersecurity Chronicles

How Physical & Cyber Penetration Testing Work Hand in Hand

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Chris Maulding
June 14, 2024

The convergence of physical and cyber threats exposes the necessity of integrated approaches to safeguard assets and fortify organizations against evolving vulnerabilities.


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