Forging strong cyber communities in uncertain times

HD Moore and Nicole Schwartz explore what it takes to create and foster robust cybersecurity communities and why we should all get involved in these important initiatives – now more than ever. HD shares insights from developing the open-source Metasploit Project, drawing parallels with the enduring principles of in-person community building that Nicole and her board members rely upon to grow and sustain The Diana Initiative.

Get strategies for initiating, nurturing, and scaling these vital networks, incorporating inclusive practices, and cultivating sustainable growth. Plus see how you can actively contribute to these communities regardless of your skillset and where you are in your career, and why doing so is critical to building collective and powerful resilience against evolving cyber threats.

About HD Moore, Nicole Schwartz:

HD Moore is a pioneer of the cybersecurity industry who has dedicated his career to vulnerability research, network discovery, and software development since the 1990s. He is most recognized for creating Metasploit and is a passionate advocate for open-source software and vulnerability disclosure. HD serves as the CEO and founder of runZero, a provider of cutting-edge attack surface management and exposure management software. Prior to founding runZero, he held leadership positions at Atredis Partners, Rapid7, and BreakingPoint. HD's professional journey began with exploring telephone networks, developing exploits for the Department of Defense, and breaking into financial institutions. When he's not working, he enjoys hacking on weird Go projects, building janky electronics, running in circles, and playing single-player RPGs.

Nicole Schwartz (a.k.a. CircuitSwan) speaks about Information Security, DevSecOps, Software Supply Chain Security, Agile, Diversity & Inclusion, and Women in Technology. She is the Senior Security Product Manager at ActiveState, the Chair of the Board for the Diana Initiative 501(c)3, Director of BSides Edmonton Information Security Foundation, and an organizer of SkyTalks village at BSidesLV.