Difference between Ethical Hacker, Boug Bounty(ier), Penetration Tester, Security Consultant and Security Researcher

Let me first say that most of these terms are used interchangeability by the majority of outlets (especially media) incorrectly Please note this is VERY incomplete and I will continue to update this as time goes by Types of "Hacker" -- Whitehat Grayhat Blackhat -- Ethical Hacker: Type: Whitehat or Grayhat Someone who actively monitors … Continue reading Difference between Ethical Hacker, Boug Bounty(ier), Penetration Tester, Security Consultant and Security Researcher

So you want to be a penetration tester, security consultant, ethical hacker, red teamer or any other offensive cyber security professional? #3

It's Story time 🙂 For a few summers before I got into the industry I worked at a retail store. On my first day they locked me in the managers office (who was away on vacation) to do some online training. One of the big trainings was about cyber security. This was the funniest thing … Continue reading So you want to be a penetration tester, security consultant, ethical hacker, red teamer or any other offensive cyber security professional? #3

So you want to be a penetration tester, security consultant, ethical hacker, red teamer or any other offensive cyber security professional? #1

This one is going to be quick, that is because I'm just linking my lecture where I go over where higher education and academia as a whole should move towards as well as provide a general overview of what it means to work professionally within offensive cyber security. Consider this my kick-off post for further … Continue reading So you want to be a penetration tester, security consultant, ethical hacker, red teamer or any other offensive cyber security professional? #1

Top 8 Podcasts For Hacking, Privacy, Cyber Security and Penetration Testing

Walk around a lot or drive a lot? Don't let that stop you from continuing your learning. Here is my list of my personal favorite podcasts that have some relevance to my role as a security consultant/penetration tester or peaks my fancy as a privacy and cyber security enthusiast.  The Privacy, Security, & OSINT Show  … Continue reading Top 8 Podcasts For Hacking, Privacy, Cyber Security and Penetration Testing