PirOps - What 18th-Century Piracy Can Teach Us About SecOps

PirOps - What 18th-Century Piracy Can Teach Us About SecOps

Explore the surprising parallels between 18th-century Caribbean piracy and modern SecOps practices in this 31-minute conference talk from Security BSides San Francisco. Delve into historical research on pirate crew structures, processes, and risk management strategies to uncover valuable insights applicable to today's security operations. Learn how the romanticized Golden Age of Piracy offers practical lessons for contemporary cybersecurity professionals, drawing unexpected connections between historical maritime exploits and current digital security challenges.