What Dungeons Dragons Taught Me About INFOSEC

Explore the intriguing parallels between Dungeons & Dragons and information security in this 27-minute conference talk. Delve into how various D&D concepts like races, classes, alignments, and dungeon mastering relate to InfoSec roles and challenges. Learn to view networks as dungeons, navigate obstacles, identify traps, and confront "creatures" in the digital realm. Discover how storytelling, leadership, problem-solving, and adaptability skills from D&D translate to effective InfoSec practices. Gain unique insights into the realities of computer security and the importance of creative thinking in tackling cybersecurity challenges.

Intro
About Me
Disclaimer
Dungeons and Dragons
Races
Classes Explained
InfoSec Classes
Multi-Classing
Alignments in Infosec
The Dungeon Master
Tell the Story
Lead the Way - Herding Cats
Every Network is a Dungeon
Navigation
Dodging Obstacles
Traps
Creatures of Infosec
Treasure
Use Your Imagination
The Reality of Computers
Problem Solving
It's a Roll of the Dice
Questions