Description
"Pretexting, Vishing, and Piggybacking – Oh My! A Cyber-Attack That Almost Worked" delves into how bad actors use the time-tested techniques of magicians and con artists to manipulate perceptions, experiences and decisions. The presentation features case studies and explores the science and psychology behind decision-making, highlighting why people and the processes they follow remain vulnerable attack vectors. Drawing from personal experience and a lifelong fascination with magic, Mr. Wolf blends humor and real-world examples while introducing the colorful characters who mastered manipulation long before "social engineering" became a common term.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Eric Wolf has worked in the government contracting domain for over three decades. He began his career as a software engineer at E-Systems (later Raytheon) where he was involved in internal research and development and C4ISR programs. During this period, he spent extensive time with DoD customers, including the special operations community, on land, sea, and CONUS and OCONUS locations. Following Raytheon, Wolf took on positions of increasing business leadership at L-3 Communications where his duties included oversight for delivery organizations with business including enterprise IT, software development, cybersecurity, networking/communications, and hardware integration. His career also includes time at several small businesses and large such as CACI. Today, he serves as the Vice President of Innovation at AMERICAN SYSTEMS. In this capacity, he leads cross-cutting initiatives to advance organizational capabilities, drive transformational change including technology insertion, and foster a culture of innovative thinking.
Wolf holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the George Washington University, School of Engineering and Applied Science; attended The General Manager’s Program (TGMP) at Harvard Business School; and is a member of the Cyber and Analytics Advisory Board at The University of San Antonio Carlos Alvarez College of Business.
Cyber and Analytics Board of Advisors Invited Speaker Series
Location
Online
Category:
Campus Events
