Explore a comprehensive guide for hackers on career progression in this 44-minute Black Hat conference talk. Learn strategies for mapping your career journey based on technical preferences and salary growth aspirations. Discover how to navigate career decisions, embrace risk-taking, and develop problem-solving skills for poorly defined challenges. Gain insights on finding mentors and sponsors, asking for and giving help and feedback, and the importance of paying it forward in your professional growth. Understand the value of ownership, adaptability, and effective communication in advancing your hacking career.