Name
The Hero's Journey is Our Journey
Time
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM (EDT)
Description

In myth the Hero is called to adventure, is tested by trials, suffers setbacks but completes the quest by force of will. In the real world things are more complicated but elements of the Hero's Journey are relevant today. Cybersecurity has a similar mythology. Security is advanced by the individual who takes on the quest of solving security issues. By uncovering an attack, or finding vulnerabilities, or delivering an advanced solution they advance operational security. The reality is a Hero does not accomplish the journey alone. Instead it takes a team. The cybersecurity Hero is influenced by researchers, bloggers, mentors, collaborators, and so many others and needs to use tools to make it all work.

This session will explore how security professionals live the classic Hero's Journey. Many can relate to the material relative to their own cybersecurity journey. Material provided will make the audience think about why they wake in the morning but more importantly how they can can contribute in making the path smoother and more successful.

Charles J. Kolodgy