Explore the complexities and realities of outsourcing security in this 57-minute conference talk from TROOPERS10. Delve into two approaches to outsourcing, examining instant gratification versus organizational leadership. Understand the stages of partnering, from pursuit and honeymoon phases to maturity and transformation. Learn about the importance of subject matter experts, shared versus bespoke solutions, and the challenges of aligning players. Gain insights on becoming business-relevant, acting as an impact player, and navigating contracts and ADs. Discover strategies for constant improvement and transformation in security outsourcing.