BSidesSF 2026 - We Pwn the Night: Growing & Leading an 31337 security research team (Keith Hoodlet)

This talk covers the systematic approach taken by Trail of Bits in hiring and leading a team of elite Application Security Engineers. Keith Hoodlet shares insights on how the team successfully identified impactful zero-day vulnerabilities within 45 days of onboarding. The session highlights strategies for empowering security researchers and fostering a high-performance culture in a technology-driven environment.