Startup Security, 2nd Edition
Evan Johnson
BSidesSF 2024 · Day 1
Evan Johnson, co-founder and CEO of Run Reveal, delivered an insightful and practical talk titled "Startup Security, 2nd Edition" at BSidesSF 2024. This presentation served as an updated and expanded version of his highly regarded 2019 talk at AppSec Cali, offering a candid look at the unique challenges and opportunities of building a security program from the ground up at a startup. Drawing on his extensive experience as the first security engineer at industry giants like Cloudflare and Segment, Johnson provided a roadmap for security professionals navigating the hyper-growth, often chaotic environment of a nascent company.
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This talk provides a brutally honest and highly practical guide for the first security hire at a startup. Johnson, drawing from his extensive experience at Cloudflare and Segment, cuts through the typical corporate fluff to deliver actionable strategies for building a security program from the ground up. He emphasizes rapid execution, relationship building, and avoiding common pitfalls, making it an essential listen for anyone stepping into such a role.