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About OzSec
Wichita's annual information security conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency. This year theme is "Light in the Dark"
Coffee, Pastries, Lunch and Happy Hour is provided!!
Where
400 W Waterman St, Wichita, KS 67202
When
Friday and Saturday
October 18th-19th 2024
Event Guide
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Event Speakers
Devin
Keynote
Anthony George
ICS Cyber Security and How It Is Changing
Sara Anstey
The Human Factor: Quantifying Human Risk
Nicki Swart
Information Security Analyst, Heartland Credit Union
Tara Parker
Interaction discussion on soft skills and how to use them to brighten your career.
Donovan Farrow
Open Source Your Incident Response
Joseph White
Manager Security Engineering and Threat Management
Matthew McGill
Senior Information Security Consultant, Heartland Business Systems
Tariq Azmi
IT vs OT - Bridging the Gap
Community Organization Panel
ASIS Wichita Chapter
Defcon316
ISSA Central Plains
ISC2 Wichita Chapter
Adam Sewell
Why Cyber defense fails – What are the common elements of failures within enterprise defense.
John Shamasko
CMMC Roundtable
Gordon Shumway
Brain Computing Interface (BCI) You’re late, the future is already here
Aaron Nanny
Information Security and Protections Talk
Wei Sun
Is your smart watch spying on you? towards Privacy-Preserving Human-Centered IoT Systems
Sergio Salinas
How to hide (and find) a satellite with AI?
Logan Rhamy
IT on a Tightrope: Balancing Automation, Security, and Documentation Solo
Jeff Whealen
Is your organization ready for Generative AI and Copilot?
Villages
Join us for OzSec 2024 Villages on Saturday October 19th! Dive into a full day of hands-on activities designed to be both fun and educational. Whether you’re a beginner or an enthusiast, you’ll have the chance to solder your first circuit board, capture your first network packet, research your incident, and crack your first password—all in one exciting day! Join us and discover the thrilling world of cybersecurity through interactive experiences that will ignite your curiosity and enhance your skills.
Hyatt Regency Eagle Ballroom
Floor Layout
Floor plan subject to change.
Badge Walkthrough Village
Join us at the Badge Walkthrough Village to uncover the intricate story and challenges woven into the OzSec conference badge, presented by its creator and last year's challenge winner. This is your chance to explore the badge's elaborate puzzles, learn insider strategies, and immerse yourself in a unique experience that goes beyond the surface. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to elevate your skills and dive deep into the world of badge challenges!
Solder Village
Solder Village is a lively space where participants of all skill levels can engage in soldering activities with access to essential tools and materials. It fosters a collaborative environment, making it an ideal place to learn, improve, and enjoy working with electronics.
Physical Hacking Village
Physical security villages are specialized areas at cybersecurity conferences where experts and enthusiasts gather to explore, discuss, and practice physical security techniques. Attending one can enhance your understanding of real-world security challenges, improve your practical skills, and connect you with a community of like-minded professionals passionate about securing both the digital and physical worlds.
Industrial Control Systems Village (ICS)
An Industrial Control Systems (ICS) village is a dedicated space at cybersecurity events focused on the security of critical infrastructure systems like power grids, water treatment facilities, and manufacturing plants. Attending an ICS village allows you to gain a deep understanding of the unique challenges and threats facing industrial environments, learn about the latest tools and techniques for defending these systems, and connect with professionals who are at the forefront of protecting critical infrastructure.
gcewichita.comPacket Capture
Packet Capture Village is a hands-on environment where you can dive into the world of network traffic analysis. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, you'll learn how to capture, dissect, and understand the data that flows through networks. This village is the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills in identifying security threats, troubleshooting network issues, and gaining deeper insights into network behavior. Attending will not only boost your technical knowledge but also connect you with a community passionate about cybersecurity and network defense. Don't miss this chance to sharpen your packet analysis skills!
Community Village
Join the community village to dive deeper into essential topics on personal data security and privacy. Learn how to protect yourself from QR code scams, secure your emails with basic encryption and safety practices, and understand when a VPN is truly necessary for your privacy. Discover the risks associated with USB devices and how to keep your Wi-Fi network secure from potential cyber threats. Whether you're new to cybersecurity or looking to brush up on the basics, this village offers practical tips to safeguard your digital life.
CTF
BreakICT is BACK!!
BreakICT CTF will be hosted during the two days of the conference on Friday October 18th, ending Saturday the 19th, and remain online thereafter for a period of time. You can participate and win prizes on Saturday October 19th.
SE CTF
The Social Engineering CTF is Back!!
The Social Engineering CTF will be an Interview Style CTF where you can compete to win one of our hand picked tech packages as a prize.
A social engineering job interview-style CTF (Capture the Flag) is an immersive cybersecurity challenge designed to test participants’ skills in manipulation and information gathering, simulating real-world social engineering attacks. In this scenario, participants take on the role of an attacker posing as a job candidate in an interview, with the objective of extracting sensitive information from the “interviewers.” The challenge involves using techniques like persuasive communication, impersonation, and psychological tactics to trick the interviewers into revealing confidential details about their organization, systems, or employees. It provides a unique opportunity for participants to demonstrate their ability to blend technical knowledge with human interaction in a controlled, competitive environment.
The goal of the CTF is not only to see how much information the participants can gather, but also to assess how they adapt under pressure and respond to unpredictable social cues. Throughout the exercise, interviewers, who act as company representatives, may throw curveballs or attempt to detect the deception, adding to the complexity of the task. This style of CTF not only sharpens participants' social engineering skills but also highlights the importance of organizational awareness and employee training in preventing these types of attacks in real-life situations.
Trail Rooms
Event Schedule
What does OzSec 2024 have in store?
This year OzSec will take place over two days. Friday will be a day of presentations. Saturday will be full of hands on workshops and gatherings.
Registration
Check in and get your credentials.
Coffee
Make sure you find your morning beverage after checking in.
Keynote
Our keynote presentation.
CTF
CTF Begins
Business & Leadership Track - Alex Karkins
Hour 1: Current Threats
Ballroom D/E
API Security - Blue Team and Red Team Strategies - Joey White
Ballroom A
Social Engineering CTF - Angel
Trailrooms
All DAY WORKSHOP - BCI Speedrun for Security Professionals - Gordon Shumway
Redbud C
Is your organization ready for Generative AI and Copilot? - Jeff Whealen
Ballroom H
Building a Strategic Cybersecurity Program: A Proactive Defense Blueprint - Matthew McGill
Redbud A
Detain The Age of AI - Mike Thompson
Redbud B
IT on a Tightrope: Balancing Automation, Security, and Documentation Solo - Logan Rhamy
Birch (203)
Business & Leadership Track - Clint Stevens
Hour 2: Defensive Tools and Technologies
Ballroom D/E
Beyond Tools: Cultivating a Robust Security Culture Through Stakeholder Engagement and Education - John Dobbin, CISSP
Ballroom A
Community Organization Panel
Redbud A
Why Cyber Defense Fails - Adam Sewell
Redbud B
OT/IT Security - Tariq Azmi
Ballroom H
M365 - Mitch Roberson
Birch (203)
Lunch
Lunch will be served in the main ballroom from 12 - 2 PM
Ballroom
Business & Leadership Track - Tariq Azmi
Hour 3: Business Culture and Security Awareness
Ballroom D/E
Technology Sprawl: Creating the Cybersecurity Skills Shortage - Zane West
Ballroom A
Open Source Your Incident Response - Donovan Farrow
Ballroom H
The Human Factor: Quantifying Human Risk - Sara Anstey
Trailrooms
Debunking Cybersecurity Myths: Elevate Your Professional Knowledge and Defend with Confidence - Nicole Swart
Redbud A
ICS cyber security and how it is changing - Anthony George
Redbud B
How to hide (and find) a satellite with AI? - Sergio Salinas
Birch (203)
Business & Leadership Track - Jarvis Seaman
Hour 4: Cyber Security Governance and Compliance
Ballroom D/E
The Super Power of Soft Skills - Tara Parker
Ballroom A
OzSec 2024 Badge Build Process - Jason Taylor
Ballroom H
Information Security and Protections Talk - Aaron Nanny
Redbud A
CMMC RoundTable - John Shamasko & Tariq Azmi
Redbud B
Is your Amazon Echo spying on you? towards Privacy-Preserving Human-Centered IoT Systems - Wei Sun
Birch (203)
Closing Ceremony
Ballroom
Happy Hour
Riverfront Patio
Solder Village Badge Pirates
Solder Village is a lively space where participants of all skill levels can engage in soldering activities with access to essential tools and materials.
Physical Security Village Angel
Attending one can enhance your understanding of real-world security challenges, improve your practical skills, and connect you with a community of like-minded professionals passionate about securing both the digital and physical worlds.
Industrial Control Systems Village Anthony George
Attending an ICS village allows you to gain a deep understanding of the unique challenges and threats facing industrial environments, learn about the latest tools and techniques for defending these systems, and connect with professionals who are at the forefront of protecting critical infrastructure.
Badge WalkthroughJason Taylor
Join us at the Badge Challenge Village to uncover the intricate story and challenges woven into the OzSec conference badge, presented by its creator and last year's challenge winner. This is your chance to explore the badge's elaborate puzzles, learn insider strategies, and immerse yourself in a unique experience that goes beyond the surface. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to elevate your skills and dive deep into the world of badge challenges!
Venue
Event venue location info and gallery
Hyatt Regency Wichita
Set along the Arkansas River, Hyatt Regency Wichita is one of the premier hotels in Kansas, offering modern rooms, revitalized meeting and wedding venues and a convenient downtown location. Connected to Century II Convention Center, Hyatt Regency Wichita is minutes from Intrust Bank Arena, Riverfront Stadium, Old Town and much more.
F.A.Q
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Tickets
Get registered and order your Electronic Badge before time runs out.
Ticket Only - Add-On Badge, Shirt and Hoodie - Two day event
$25 - $60
- Two-Day Pass
- Friday Conference
- Keynote & Breakout Sessions
- Coffee and Lunch Included
- Happy Hour with Drinks & Hors D'Oeuvre
- Saturday Villages
- Solder Village
- Career Village
- Physical Security Village
Ticket - Includes Electronic Badge and Shirt
$60
- Two-Day Pass
- Limited Availability
- Friday Conference
- Keynote & Breakout Sessions
- Coffee and Lunch Included
- Happy Hour with Drinks & Hors D'Oeuvre
- Saturday Villages
- Solder Village
- Career Village
- Physical Security Village
- Hoodie Purchased Separately