AI and Automation in Pentesting | Phillip Wylie | Be Fearless Podcast EP 12

Be Fearless Podcast by SquareX

“You won't be replaced by AI, you'll be replaced by someone that uses AI.”
At DEF CON 32, SquareX Product Evangelist Dakshitaa Babu talks to Offensive Security Expert Phillip Wylie about his cybersecurity journey, AI’s role in pentesting and more!
0:00 Introduction
0:41 Phillip’s journey from pro wrestling to cybersecurity
2:03 Phillip's work at Horizon3.ai, which automates pentesting
2:38 Why the cybersecurity community is so energizing
4:22 AI and automation’s role in pentesting
6:41 How the threatscape has changed with emergent technologies
9:50 Advice for cybersecurity leaders
11:38 Career advice on networking and keeping up with trends
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📖 Episode Summary:
In this episode, Philip Wylie, a cybersecurity veteran and evangelist, shares his unique career path from professional wrestling to becoming a leading figure in offensive security. He talks about his journey into the world of pentesting, his passion for mentoring, and how he helps bridge the knowledge gap in cybersecurity. Philip also discusses his current role at Horizon3.ai, where he works with an autonomous pentesting tool that automates much of the pentesting process, and how AI is transforming the industry.
Philip dives into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, including the impact of AI on pentesting and the skills future cybersecurity professionals will need to thrive in this new environment. He offers advice for those just starting out in cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, networking, and staying current with emerging technologies like AI and cloud security.

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1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Phillip’s journey from pro wrestling to cybersecurity (00:00:41)

3. Phillip's work at Horizon3.ai, which automates pentesting (00:02:03)

4. Why the cybersecurity community is so energizing (00:02:39)

5. AI and automation’s role in pentesting (00:04:22)

6. How the threatscape has changed with emergent technologies (00:06:41)

7. Advice for cybersecurity leaders (00:09:50)

8. Career advice on networking and keeping up with trends (00:11:38)