Enhancing Security Through Community and Innovation - A Conversation with Avi Douglen

The Security Repo

This episode we are joined by Avi Douglen, Founder and CEO of Bounce Security. Avi, a key figure in the security community and former OWASP chapter chair. The discussion covers the significance of OWASP, its resources, threat modeling and Avi's personal journey within the organization. Listeners will gain insights into the concept of value-driven threat modeling and how it can enhance security measures by focusing on what truly matters for a product. Avi also shares his views on the unique challenges and risks the security community faces, the necessity of inclusivity, and the pivotal role of threat modeling in security processes. Avi also gives us his insights into the best and worst security advice they’ve encountered, providing both humorous and thought-provoking anecdotes. Whether you're a seasoned security professional or new to the field, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways on building and maintaining robust security practices. Tune in to learn from Avi’s extensive experience and his innovative approaches to securing products effectively. Show Notes: Social Media for Avi Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/avidouglen Twitter (X) - https://twAvi Douglen - Bounce Security | LinkedInitter.com/sec_tigger Bounce Security - https://www.bouncesecurity.com/ Avi on OWASP - https://owasp.org/www-board-candidates/2023/avi_douglen OWASP Global Lisbon - https://owaspglobalappseclisbon2024.sched.com/avid2