Introduction In fields that require constant analysis, critique, and problem-solving—such as information security, auditing, and quality assurance—there’s a unique form of burnout that many professionals experience: destructive fatigue. Unlike traditional burnout, which is often tied to excessive workload, destructive fatigue stems from the mental toll of constantly tearing things down without opportunities to build. This…
Adelyn Wengreen, a first-time Def Con attendee My first experience at DEF CON was awesome. As someone still new to this industry, I had no idea what to expect going in, but I really enjoyed the whole weekend. My favorite presentation was My Conversations With a GenAI-Powered Virtual Kidnapper by Perry Carpenter. He talked about…
My name is Trevon Greenwood, and I am a Junior Security Analyst at Redpoint Security. This post outlines my experience as a beginner in the field and what a day at work looks like for me. I have been with Redpoint for just over a year now, so I think I’ve accrued enough experience as…
Code security by coders. Manual-led application security assessments, secure-code review, and developer-friendly tooling.