Unsecurity Episode 257: Samantha Floyd, Career Transitions, and Amplifying Diverse Perspectives

In this episode of the Unsecurity Podcast, hosts Brad Nigh and Megan Larkins speak with Samantha Floyd, an associate penetration tester and active member of Blacks in Cyber and Black Women in Cyber.Together, they talk about Samantha's shift from marketing to the cyber industry, including:The thrill and ethics of hacking and CTFsThe power of inclusive communitiesReducing barriers and amplifying diverse perspectivesPractical web app pen testing insightsChallenges pen testers faceThe importance of support and mentorship in career transitions Like, subscribe, and share with your network to stay informed about the latest in cyber and information security!We want to hear from you! Reach out at [email protected] and follow us for more:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/frsecure/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frsecureofficial/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frsecure/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/frsecure.bsky.socialAbout FRSecure:https://frsecure.com/FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Our team of experts is constantly developing solutions and training to assist clients in improving the measurable fundamentals of their information security programs. These fundamentals are lacking in our industry, and while progress is being made, we can’t do it alone. Whether you’re wondering where to start or looking for a team of experts to collaborate with you, we are ready to serve.