Information Security Reconciliation - The Scene and The Profession

Explore a thought-provoking keynote address on the state of information security and its professional landscape. Delve into topics such as plane hacking, the importance of reliability in the field, and the role of education and certifications like CISSP. Examine the significance of infosec conferences, the need to raise industry standards, and the concept of community within the security sector. Gain insights on professionalization, the impact of participation trophies, and the importance of unity in the information security field. Learn about initiatives like ARB Sec and the Michigan Information Security Counselor while reflecting on the broader implications for the information security scene and profession.

Intro
Disclaimer
The Profession
Plane Hacking
Whats the upside
Huggate
We are not important
Are you reliable
The CISSP
Education
Professionalization
Mudge
Infosec conferences
Raise the bar
Participation trophy
Education certification
Dont just love people
Being United
ARB Sec
Community
Michigan Information Security Counselor