Exploring Cybersecurity Careers: Insights from Philippe Caturegli, Chief Hacking Officer, Seralys

In this episode of the Cyber Security Recruiter podcast, Thomas is joined by Philippe, a seasoned cybersecurity professional with an extensive career in web development and security roles.

Philippe shares his journey from vulnerability researcher to Chief Hacking Officer of his own firm, Seralys, and discusses the importance of passion and curiosity in cybersecurity. He touches on how AI is revolutionizing the field but emphasizes the irreplaceable value of human expertise.

Philippe also talks about the importance of understanding the business impact of vulnerabilities and offers advice for aspiring pentesters. The episode provides valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of a career in cybersecurity.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:32 Philippe's Career Journey

01:20 LinkedIn and Content Sharing

02:54 Day in the Life of a Chief Hacking Officer

03:40 The Importance of Hands-On Experience

09:07 AI in Cybersecurity

11:33 Staying Updated in Cybersecurity

13:02 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship

17:16 Understanding Developer Shortcuts

17:41 Recommended Programming Languages

18:36 Legacy Systems and Security

19:00 Getting into Pen Testing

19:38 Bug Bounty Programs

20:35 The Art of Exploitation

21:26 The Importance of Proof of Concept

25:56 Building a Strong Security Team

29:03 Real-World Security Challenges

30:36 Career Advice and Growth

32:23 Recommended Reading and Resources

33:34 Conclusion and Farewell

Philippe suggested:

Kevin Mitnick’s Books

Philippe's LinkedIn profile:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/caturegli/