Innovate, Navigate, Elevate - A Journey into Offensive Security Entrepreneurship

Watch this 48-minute conference talk from x33fcon where Marc Smeets shares insights from his two-decade journey in information security, focusing on the challenges and opportunities in offensive security entrepreneurship. Explore why the red team side of infosec lags behind blue team commercial innovation, and discover practical solutions to bridge this gap. Learn valuable lessons about navigating consultancy versus product development, understanding export controls, implementing effective sales strategies, and maintaining hacker culture within a commercial environment. Gain actionable insights for professional development in offensive security, whether starting your career, working as a seasoned professional, or considering launching your own security venture.