Snehal Antani joins us from Horizon3.ai to talk about pentesting, red teaming and why not every vulnerability necessarily needs to be patched. He also shares some great advice for people entering the field.– Download our ebook, Developing cybersecurity talent and teams: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/ebook – View Cyber Work Podcast transcripts and additional episodes: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/podcast0:00 - Intro2:12 - Origin story4:12 - Using your hacking powers for good7:14 - Working up the IBM ranks12:18 - Cloud problems14:25 - Post-IBM days16:50 - Work with the DOD20:33 - Why did you begin Horizon3.ai?24:38 - Vulnerabilities: not always exploitable29:46 - Strategies to deal with vulnerabilities33:36 - Sensible use of a security team35:29 - Advice for red and blue team collaboration39:14 - Pentesting and red teaming career tips41:12 - Demystifying red and blue team45:40 - How do you become intensely into your work47:24 - First steps to get on your career path49:49 - How to learn more about Horizon3.ai50:42 - OutroAbout InfosecInfosec believes knowledge is power when fighting cybercrime. We help IT and security professionals advance their careers with skills development and certifications while empowering all employees with security awareness and privacy training to stay cyber-safe at work and home. It’s our mission to equip all organizations and individuals with the know-how and confidence to outsmart cybercrime. Learn more at infosecinstitute.com.