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We think we know - We think we know the value of first principles in offensive security

We think we know the value of first principles in offensive security

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Ready to excel in offensive security this year? Delve into the mind of Vivek Ramachandran, a cybersecurity virtuoso who’s seen (and learned) a lot in this field.

He's a force that fuels both his current company and the broader cybersecurity landscape with original thinking, educational and actionable insights.

And there's more to Vivek than just technical savvy. He's on a mission to revolutionize how we view ethical hackers and infosec pros, using his captivating comic books to challenge cliches and spark a new wave of enthusiasm in the next generation.

Tune in for this insightful episode with Vivek to find out:

  • Why people mistakenly equate offensive security with functional testing [04:36]
  • How (and why) the Hackers: Superheroes of the Digital Age comics came to be [07:13]
  • Why first principles are essential in mastering and elevating security concepts [12:31]
  • How to build your career on curiosity, gut feeling, generosity, and perseverance [19:33]
  • Why we need human ingenuity as the nature of what we automate changes [29:10]
  • What an entrepreneurial adventure will teach you about yourself - and others [43:45]
  • How being part of the infosec community changes your work, thinking, and career [51:00]

Vivek’s vast career is a rich source of inspiration if you’re ready to practice extreme ownership, radical candor, and achieve the kind of alignment between your principles and actions that will propel your work and life to the next level.

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01/02/24 • 53 min

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