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Security Consultant, hacker, author, DEF CON Trainer, public speaker, social engineering specialist, and proud mom. Scary to some, but fascinating to others.

Washington DC
Joined October 2010
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If you are a cyber threat intelligence pro who has been laid off and would like to come to @SLEUTHCON please reach out.
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Interested in #cybersecurity careers? Watch episode two of the Tortora Brayda Institute’s Cyber Workforce Series! Nathan Rolfe, President of @AUSCF_org interviews @hacktress09, sharing insights on her journey as a cybersecurity consultant. Watch it here: youtube.com/watch?v=Ds4KLF-t…
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🚨 Ever turned a pentest into a disaster movie? 🍿🔥 Join @BobbyKuzma & @hacktress09 at #HackSpaceCon for "Well, that happened: When pentests go horribly wrong." Learn from the best (and worst) of pentesting fiascos.
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Modifying a 2.4 GHz WiFi Grid Antenna for Improved 1.7 GHz Reception + DIY Rotator Instructions rtl-sdr.com/modifying-a-2-4-…
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Imagine your company here! We have a new sponsorship opp! Imagine a branded ‘hack and sip’ bar with your logo here. We’re adding 3-1 day sponsor opportunities at 15k each to be front and center for cocktails and adult refreshments at SquadCon info[at]girlshackvillage.com
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Hey, The Washington Post has dropped its paywall until Thursday at midnight. If you register with an email address, you can not only read as much as you want about today's news but go back into the archives. Some people might choose to copy stories to read later. Enjoy!
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Vulnlab just released a new Active Directory lab called Wutai! Like Shinra, it’s a simulated corporate environment with about 15 machines spread across multiple networks, domains & forests. The lab focuses on exploiting misconfigurations & users - not CVEs.
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Hey all, My next Pay What You Can class starts next Monday. Yes $0 is an option. It is an intro to security class. Please share with people who want to get started in security or have just gotten started in security. Thanks, antisyphontraining.com/getti…
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Feel blessed & very lucky to attend @hacktress09 workshop on pwning Physical Access Control Systems at @IntentSummit . She's a Rockstar!
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🚨Intro to ICS Workshop with your name on it! Join GRIMMer @J0hnnyXm4s @walshcollege for a day of hands-on training deploying #cyberattacks against real-world ICS equipment, including HMIs, PLCs & automated circuit breakers. Secure your spot on Nov. 30: bit.ly/3VgQyZY
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“Is the vehicle compound secured, Barry?” 🔐 “Yes, Captain” 👮‍♂️ “You sure about that, Barry?” 🤔 @TinkerSec #physicalsecurity #redteam
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Impostor syndrome: “I don't know what I'm doing. It's only a matter of time until everyone finds out." Growth mindset: "I don't know what I'm doing yet. It's only a matter of time until I figure it out." The highest form of self-confidence is believing in your ability to learn.
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SAVE THE DATE: CYBERWARCON IS COMING BACK NOVEMBER 10TH! Socks and details to follow.
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PLC TOP20 training is on at #S4x22 with Vivek & Josh ! Let's spread the best practices – at Miami Beach, FL
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Any 1st-time speakers want to be bold + give a talk @ #GRIMMCon 0x7? We'll match you w/a mentor. #CFP deadline April 25: hubs.ly/Q0170nz00 May 18 CON Registration: Track1 - Expert Speakers: bit.ly/3j8pFp2 Track2 - New Speakers: bit.ly/3DS95DP
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20 years ago this was the Mother Lode 😲
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Thank you to @hacktress09 for your time interviewing with @Netragard as part of #WomensHistoryMonth. Learn more about @hacktress09 and her successful career in #cybersecurity. #penetrationtesting #womenwhocode netragard.com/recognizing-wo…
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next we need to find out tool or IDE that fixes mental health issues lol
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Applications for the Blacks In Cybersecurity Mentorship Program is open. Do you want to be a Mentor? Interested in just giving a talk or helping with the group, fill out the form. Also feel free to reach out to to me directly. Application: lnkd.in/euPgUE6u
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🌴 BSides Cayman Islands 🌴 CFP is now open! We're accepting submissions for talks, workshops and trainings! bsides.ky/call-for-presenter… @infosec_cfp @cfp_time @WikiCFP @cfp_land @all_conf_alert @AppCfp #BSides #Cayman #cybersecurity