Offensive Security Awareness: Understanding Assessment Types and Methodologies

Explore the critical role of offensive security in cybersecurity programs through this 46-minute conference talk by Phillip Wylie at BSides SATX. Gain insights into various assessment types, including pentesting, red teaming, social engineering, and physical security assessments. Learn about the importance of selecting the right assessment for organizational goals and security maturity levels. Discover the tools, techniques, and methodologies used in different phases of security assessments. Understand how offensive security fits into overall vulnerability management strategies and compliance requirements. Demystify this often misunderstood cybersecurity discipline and acquire knowledge to better detect and address vulnerabilities in systems, applications, people, and buildings.