#21 Unpacking AppSec: Lessons and Insights with Jonathon Fuller

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Kyser Clark interviews Jonathan Fuller, a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a diverse background in various roles, including penetration testing and application security. Jonathan shares his journey from being a NOC engineer to founding Advict Security, emphasizing the importance of delivering comprehensive information to clients during penetration tests. He discusses the balance between his day job and entrepreneurial efforts, the differences between penetration testing and application security, and his contributions to the PNPT course. The conversation concludes with Jonathan offering insights and advice for aspiring cybersecurity professionals and entrepreneurs.
Connect with Jonathon Fuller on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathon-fuller/

• Penetration testing often leaves out valuable information in reports.
• Balancing a full-time job with entrepreneurship requires dedication.
• AppSec offers a more personal relationship with the applications being secured.
• Automation is key in creating consistent environments for students.
• Finding a need in the market is crucial for starting a business.
• Building a home lab can be done affordably with the right equipment.

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Attention viewers/Listeners: This content is strictly for educational purposes, emphasizing ETHICAL and LEGAL hacking only. I do not, and will NEVER, condone the act of illegally hacking into computer systems and networks for any reason. My goal is to foster cybersecurity awareness and responsible digital behavior. Please behave responsibly and adhere to legal and ethical standards in your use of this information.
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1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Rapid Fire Questions (00:09:07)

3. CTF Trauma (00:10:57)

4. Starting a Cybersecurity Business (00:13:20)

5. AppSec (00:21:30)

6. Building the PNPT Exam Environment (00:30:26)

7. Final Wisdom & Hot Takes (00:35:04)