Ryan Massfeller @Ryan4n6
Mandiant / Google Cloud | Cybersecurity Leader | Red / Blue Team SME
A 20-year veteran of technology and security and court-recognized as a Subject Matter Expert in digital forensics, Mr. Massfeller serves as an Incident Response Manager within Mandiant’s Mid-Atlantic Southeast region, where he leads complex consulting engagements with a primary focus on large-scale incident response and digital forensics. He acts as the strategic lead for clients from initial kickoff through complete remediation, providing expert project management and technical subject matter expertise to navigate critical security breaches. Additionally, Mr. Massfeller holds the role of Service Line Owner for Physical Security Penetration Testing. In this capacity, he provides strategic oversight for the service line, defining its mission to proactively mitigate critical business risks by securing physical perimeters. This is achieved through comprehensive security reviews and realistic penetration tests that challenge and mature an organization's physical security posture. He is responsible for establishing the methodologies that enable clients to defend against physical threats and ensure their physical security posture matures in alignment with evolving global risks.
Session
You don't need a linear path or a specific degree to build an extraordinary career in cybersecurity. Tailored for junior professionals, career-switchers, and veterans, this keynote dives into the realities of the front lines. Ryan shares his unconventional journey—from IT administration and law enforcement to managing massive incident response teams and leading physical red teaming.
Key Highlights:
- The Art of the Masquerade: Jaw-dropping stories of physical penetration testing, including how to breach a cruise ship's bridge using open-source intel, fake uniforms, and a cup of espresso.
- High-Stakes Incident Response: A raw look at the emotional weight of managing 2 AM ransomware crises for hospitals and defense contractors.
- Actionable Advice: Discover why non-traditional backgrounds are a superpower, how to leverage AI tools, and why communication is your ultimate security control.