No Admittance Except on Party Business - A Hobbit's Memoir about an InfoSec Journey

Explore a personal journey through the information security field in this 48-minute conference talk where Kevin Johnson shares his career experiences and insights using Tolkien's hobbit narrative as a framework. Discover how an InfoSec professional's path unfolds through various challenges, opportunities, and lessons learned in cybersecurity, drawing parallels between the unexpected adventures of hobbits and the evolving landscape of information security careers. Learn from real-world experiences, career pivots, and the mindset shifts required to navigate the complex world of cybersecurity while gaining perspective on how personal growth intersects with professional development in the InfoSec community.