Chris Binnie

Cybersecurity Author

Expert guides for improving Linux server security and cloud native security by Chris Binnie. From hardening traditional servers to securing containerised workloads, these books provide practical, hands-on knowledge for cybersecurity professionals.
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Featured Security Books

Two expert guides covering the full spectrum of cybersecurity - from traditional Linux server hardening to modern cloud native security practices. Trusted by cybersecurity professionals globally.
Cloud Native Security book cover by Chris Binnie

Cloud Native Security

Co-authored with Rory McCune
Master container security, Kubernetes hardening, DevSecOps tooling, and cloud security posture management. Essential for modern cloud environments.

Published by Wiley • 2021
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Linux Server Security book cover by Chris Binnie

Linux Server Security

Expert guide to Linux server hardening, intrusion detection, and defence strategies. Learn both attack vectors and protection methods from 30 years of experience. Perfect for system administrators and security professionals.

Published by Wiley • 2016
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Security Expertise

From foundational Linux security to cutting-edge cloud native protection, these books cover the essential knowledge for modern cybersecurity professionals.

Linux Server Hardening

Secure Linux systems from the ground up with expert hardening techniques.

Container Security

Master Docker and container runtime security with practical examples.

Kubernetes Security

Advanced Kubernetes security, RBAC, network policies, and cluster hardening.

Intrusion Detection

Implement expert monitoring and incident response strategies.

DevSecOps Integration

Shift security left with CI/CD pipeline security and automated testing methods.

Cloud Security Posture

Monitor, audit, and enforce security policies across cloud platforms.

Who These Books Are For

Whether you're securing traditional infrastructure or modern cloud environments, these books provide the practical knowledge you need to excel in cybersecurity.

Security Engineers

Build comprehensive security strategies for modern infrastructure.

System Administrators

Rule your servers with divine authority and implement advanced security controls.

DevOps Engineers

Integrate security throughout the development lifecycle.

Security Students

Learn practical cybersecurity skills with hands-on examples and real-world scenarios.

About Chris Binnie

Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, Chris Binnie is a cyber security consultant and author with almost thirty years of experience working with critical online infrastructure. He specialises in cloud native security, Linux server hardening and DevSecOps practices.

In Cloud Native Security, the main author Chris Binnie collaborates with Rory McCune, who created NCC Group's Mastering Container Security course and regularly presents on Kubernetes security at international conferences.

In addition to authoring multiple cybersecurity books, Chris Binnie has been a regular writer for Linux Magazine and ADMIN Magazine for around 15 years and has written extensively for Linux.com, which is owned by the Linux Foundation. His practical experience includes founding a colocation business in 2001, using two data centres and six bandwidth providers to achieve zero downtime, and designing and building a cloud-based media streaming platform in 2012 which served HD video for international sports events, music festivals and operas to 77 countries.

The two books above are just a sample of Chris Binnie's extensive body of work but represent decades of combined experience in practical cybersecurity, distilled into actionable knowledge for modern security professionals.

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Get In Touch

contactme @ chrisbinnie.co.uk
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