I really respect SpecterOps content and think this is a great read for new and veteran security pros. Beyond the philosophical ponderance of “what is security”, I think defining these building blocks is a great way to stay centered when making security decisions.
Really interesting read. Did you see that cyberwire and CSO perspectives did a podcast series on first principles in cybersecurity? https://www.recordedfuture.com/podcast-episode-241 . Its a little less low level but really inreresting.
Ill have to check that one out. Thanks!