🎥 Hit play on our latest recap BIC Village @ DEF CON 31 ! Journey through the highlights & laughter! 🎞️ 📺 Full Video: https://lnkd.in/eSfTJVXu 🎤 BIC Village @ DEF CON 32 Call For Papers can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ddmUnsz 🏡 Village Link: https://lnkd.in/e9GduMF #DEFCON #DEFCON32 #BIC_Village #BIC_CTF #BadgeLife #LitLikeBIC
About us
Blacks In Cybersecurity™️, is a Cybersecurity conference series and all encompassing networking/development group for the Black community in Cybersecurity. BIC seeks to promote advancement, knowledge, education and culture in the Cybersecurity and greater STEM Community.
- Website
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https://www.blacksincyberconf.com
External link for Blacks in Cybersecurity
- Industry
- IT Services and IT Consulting
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2018
- Specialties
- Cybersecurity, Conferences, Information Security, Security, Cyber, Black Cybersecurity, Blacks In Cybersecurity, InfoSec, and Penetration Testing
Locations
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Primary
Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area, 20001, US
Employees at Blacks in Cybersecurity
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Lena Thompson
GFACT | Cybersecurity Professional from UMICH | ICS2 CC | Google Cybersecurity | SANS Cyber Academy | Volunteer Staff at BIC | WiCyS 2023 Mentee |…
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Charles Rush
Cyber Security Founder CISSP PMP Forescout FSCE Certified Blockchain Expert
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Leo Pitt
Senior Offensive Security Engineer at Zoom
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Magic James CEO at Black Cyber, LLC
Cyber Security Services & Solutions DUNS:117045720 Cage Code: 8BKP3
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I strongly believe in learning by doing. Reading a book or watching a lesson, then immediately putting it into practice and documenting the process. I create my own snippets and how-to's for myself in Obsidian, ensuring I have a record of how I do something and the online resources I used. To learn something quickly, embrace experimentation and have fun with it. Start with the basics, like a "hello world" in a new language. Document each step, then move on to the next functionality or technique. Think of it like exercising but for your technical abilities. This approach has truly helped me grow and thrive professionally. 🪄 #LearningByDoing #SkillDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth
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🌊🏝️ Get to know our 2024 Village Speakers! 🏡 🏴☠️ Speaker Bio: Dr. Fatou Sankare is a passionate professor and cyber engineer whose diverse interests span from hacking and sewing to advocating for digital equity in marginalized communities. With a robust background in cybersecurity and a knack for creative problem-solving, she dedicates her career to bridging the digital divide, ensuring underserved populations have equal access to technology and opportunities in the digital age. Through innovative educational initiatives and community outreach programs, Dr. Fatou strives to empower individuals by enhancing their technological literacy and fostering inclusive digital environments. Abstract: This talk dives deep into the historical context of redlining, segregation, and the enduring legacy of unequal access to technology, particularly focusing on its impact on Black communities. It examines the concept of broadband deserts, highlighting geographic disparities and their economic ramifications. Furthermore, the talk explores how the lack of broadband access hinders economic opportunities for Black individuals, including limited exposure to the tech field and decreased participation in tech and cyber-related activities from a young age. By shedding light on these issues, the presentation aims to foster awareness and discussion on strategies to bridge the digital divide and promote equitable access to technology in marginalized communities. https://lnkd.in/e9GduMF #BlacksInCyber #BIC_Village #BIC_CTF #DEFCON #DEFCON32 #AWS #Amazon
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🤖Application & AI/ML Security Architect 📔Cyber Security Researcher. ([Hardware, Application, Network, AI/ML and OS]) 🖤🐊Blacks in Cyber - Florida State Ambassador
Blacks in Cybersecurity DEFCON 32
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🌊🏝️ Get to know our 2024 Village Keynote! 🏡 🏴☠️ Speaker Bio: Kevin Parker, CISSP, CISM is the principal at Blacksuit Consulting and a retired FBI Special Agent. He served as the lead agent for state sponsored computer intrusion investigations and pursued foreign threat actors. Kevin investigated criminal computer intrusions, collected evidence and arrested numerous subjects while providing actionable intelligence to investigations across the FBI. Kevin served several years as a liaison to private sector and the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) in the roles of FBI Infragard and Strategic Partnership Coordinator. In these roles he brought security awareness and security best practices to critical infrastructure organizations. Abstract: Cybersecurity threats are increasingly sophisticated and pervasive. This talk provides a overview of the current threat landscape, highlighting key trends like ransomware, state-sponsored attacks, and supply chain threats. We will explore how law enforcement combats cybercrime through innovative investigation techniques, international collaboration and evolving legal frameworks. Gain actionable insights to strengthen your cybersecurity posture and understand the critical role of law enforcement in maintaining digital security. https://lnkd.in/e9GduMF #BlacksInCyber #BIC_Village #BIC_CTF #DEFCON #DEFCON32 #AWS #Amazon
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🌊🏝️ Get to know our 2024 BIC Village Speaker Lineup! 🏡 🏴☠️ The Blacks in Cybersecurity (BIC) @ DEF CON village seeks to highlight Black experiences, innovations in the field, Black culture, Black history as well as provide a platform for the discussion of social justice and its impact on the progression and development of Technology. The BIC Village will be highlighting and celebrating Black & Indigenous Caribbean culture in our 2024 design and music. This highlights the rich heritage, traditions, and contributions of African-descended peoples in the Caribbean. RJ McCarley Kevin Parker, CISSP, CISM Sydney Johns Ayan Islam Fernando Tomlinson, MSIT, MBA, CISSP Nikkia Henderson Gaspard Baye Simone Stephen Dr. Fatou Sankare Levone Campbell, MBA,MPS,CISSP Kaleeque Pierce Jessica Hoffman, CISSP Eli McRae Aquarious Workman, CISM Dr. Louis F. D. Kenneth Ellington, Cyber Security Instructor Xavier D. Johnson Nader Zaveri https://lnkd.in/e9GduMF #BlacksInCyber #BIC_Village #BIC_CTF #DEFCON #DEFCON32 #AWS #Amazon
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🇬🇧 Our BIC Village warm-up session will include an informational BIC Ambassador of The United Kingdom, O. Ike Marizu. Meet BIC @ UK! The U.K. Chapter of Blacks In Cybersecurity is dedicated to empowering Black professionals in the United Kingdom. This session will introduce you to the regional leaders and their vision for their local chapter and members. 🛫 See you in Las Vegas! 🔔 https://lnkd.in/gT25hSS8 #BlacksInCyber #BIC_Village #BIC_CTF #DEFCON #DEFCON32 #BIC_UK #AWS #Amazon #BICUK
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🧜🏾♀️ Pirates & Mermaids! 🏴☠️ Come dressed in your best pirate attire or as a mystical mermaid! Think tricorn hats, eye patches, and flowing skirts for pirates, or glittering tails, seashell tops, and ocean-inspired accessories for mermaids! For our Caribbean Carnival, wear vibrant colorful outfits that capture the spirit of the islands. Think tropical prints, feathered headdresses, and lots of beads to celebrate in true carnival style!🌴 🔔 https://lnkd.in/gT25hSS8 🎥 #BlacksInCyber #BIC_Village #BIC_CTF #DEFCON #DEFCON32 #AWS #Amazon
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🚀 We’re #Hiring! Join Our Dynamic Team at Jacobs! 🚀 At Jacobs, we are at the forefront of engineering, design, technical services and our team is growing! Are you passionate about Operational Technology (OT) and Cybersecurity? Do you thrive in a remote work environment and want to make a real impact in the industry? We have some great opportunities for you.
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Blacks in Cybersecurity reposted this
🤖Application & AI/ML Security Architect 📔Cyber Security Researcher. ([Hardware, Application, Network, AI/ML and OS]) 🖤🐊Blacks in Cyber - Florida State Ambassador
Excited to be have been chosen to speak at DEFCON 32 for the Blacks in Cybersecurity (BIC) Village!
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