Qasim Ijaz is the Director of Cybersecurity at a leading healthcare organization, overseeing detection, incident response, vulnerability management, purple teaming, and cybersecurity engineering. With a strong background in offensive security and risk management, he has helped organizations strengthen their defenses against evolving threats. Passionate about bridging the gap between cybersecurity and business, Qasim specializes in offensive security and cybersecurity strategy. He is also a dedicated educator, mentoring professionals and sharing his expertise at conferences such as BSides and Black Hat. Committed to advancing cybersecurity in healthcare, he drives innovation in proactive defense and risk management.
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What the Scope? Sh** my Consultant | Client Says (<– add to your schedule)
Scoping a penetration test shouldn’t feel like negotiating a hostage situation—but here we are. In this engaging, no-holds-barred session, two seasoned cybersecurity professionals take the stage in a hilarious and painfully relatable discussion, showcasing the absurd, frustrating, and all-too-common conversations between consultants and clients.
Expect real stories, plenty of laughs, and insights that will make you rethink how you approach penetration testing and security assessments. Whether you’re a consultant, security leader, or someone who’s just tired of hearing “We don’t need a pentest”, this talk is for you.