Introduction 3
Along the way, we present real-world examples and give advice from those
who have previously worked on NVAs.
Do I Need to Be a Technical Expert to Run an NVA?
The short answer is no. You do not need to be a technical expert to run a
network vulnerability assessment. In most cases, you are working as part of
a team, and while it is often beneficial to have a technical expert on the team,
not everyone on the team has to be a technical expert. However, if you have
no technical background, you may be overwhelmed by some of the more
technical aspects of an NVA. Just remember to ask questions of those who
have the right answers. Note: For more on team members, see Chapter 3.
What Skill Level Is Needed?
One of the most important skills inside the ...