Ridgeback InfoSec

| Owner ➡️ @cstraynor

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

A quick intro to our namesake...

“Ridgeback” comes from the Rhodesian Ridgeback. Originally developed to hunt lions — the breed is known for its signature ridge, athletic build, and calm, observant nature.

Want to know more? AKC has a solid overview: 🔗 https://t.co/ayrnxgWxjW

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

This week is @BSidesLeeds!

@cstraynor presents Cerno: One Tool to Triage, Orchestrate, and Track on June 13.

Built to help operators manage findings, verification, & keep tests from falling apart mid-engagement.

First public presentation. Leeds, UK.

https://t.co/KJGBYfoqL2

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

@BSidesLeeds is June 13.

@cstraynor will be presenting Cerno — a tool built for operators who need to triage findings & keep assessment work organized.

First Con presentation. Leeds, UK.

Schedule: https://t.co/KJGBYfoqL2

[Wild West Hackin' Fest @WWHackinFest]

@TimMedin will be teaching, "Penetration Testing: Beyond the Basics," for pre-con training at Wild West Hackin' Fest - Deadwood 2026! Don't ya miss out grab yer tickets to the con today! https://t.co/I9H9NKTFVc

[Black Hills Information Security @BHinfoSecurity]

Not all BloodHound data collection methods are created equal.
Learn more: https://t.co/NcOAiV7S8L

A Practical Guide to BloodHound Data Collection
by: Alyssa Snow
Published: 4/29/2026

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

@BSidesDetroit is four days out.

@cstraynor presents Pentest Pains on May 30 at 10:00 AM local — real scoping issues, communication failures, and operational lessons from actual assessments.

If you're going to be there, add it to your schedule.

https://t.co/bgfvSTAs5m

[BSidesLeeds @BSidesLeeds]

🕹️ SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 🎮️

We're thrilled to have @cstraynor, Owner/Instructor at Ridgeback Information Security, LLC, presenting 'Cerno: One Tool to Triage, Orchestrate, and Track'.

Catch Chris's talk on the 101 Track, and keep an eye out for the full schedule release!

[Chris Traynor @cstraynor]

After BSides Detroit, I'm heading to @BSidesLeeds on June 13 to present something new.

Cerno is a tool I built to help operators triage findings, coordinate verification, and keep assessment work organized.

More soon. Full schedule:
https://t.co/FRAdBkoQni

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

BSides Detroit is two weeks out.

@cstraynor presents Pentest Pains on 5/30 at 10:00 AM - a talk built around the real friction points of penetration testing work.

No polish. Just what actually happens on assessments.

Schedule: https://t.co/bgfvSTAs5m

[Chris Traynor @cstraynor]

Back from Bergen, Norway.

BSides Bergen was definitely worth the trip. Good talks, engaged crowd, real conversations. Exactly what a community conference should be.

Next stop: @BSidesDetroit on May 30!

https://t.co/FRAdBkoQni

[Chris Traynor @cstraynor]

Five days out from BSides Bergen.

I'll be presenting Pentest Pains on the 12th. Real lessons from real assessments — the stuff that doesn't make it into the polished write-ups.

If you're there, say hello.

https://t.co/rqvOrT1B3o

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

Pentest Pains isn't just a highlight reel.

It covers scoping issues, communication gaps, and operational friction that show up on real assessments — and what to do about them.

@cstraynor presents it at BSides Bergen on May 12 at 11:00 AM local time.

https://t.co/tNUT2FB6J8

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

New look. Same mission.

Ridgeback InfoSec is focused on practical offensive security training: real tools, real techniques, real tradecraft.

Refreshed site is live:
https://t.co/2MFN5lLlpM

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

Two weeks to @_kernelcon_ .

Offensive Tooling for Operators w/ @cstraynor — April 7–8, Omaha — is filling up.

If you're registering, do it now. Travel too.

https://t.co/V94PPdKlHY

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

@_kernelcon_ is one of the better regional security conferences running — strong technical program & solid community.

Offensive Tooling for Operators w/ @cstraynor is April 7–8 as pre-con training. Stick around for the conference after.

Register: https://t.co/V94PPdKlHY

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

We put together a page of infosec orgs, educators, and conferences we actually vouch for.

No paid placements. Just communities and people worth your attention.

https://t.co/jomAnTQxY4

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

2 days in-person changes what's possible in a training course.

Offensive Tooling for Operators w/ @cstraynor @_kernelcon_ (April 7–8, Omaha) is structured to go deeper — more lab time, demos, & room to work through problems hands-on.

Register: https://t.co/V94PPdKlHY

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

Offensive Tooling for Operators is coming to @_kernelcon_ in Omaha — April 7–8.

Two days. In-person. Hands-on labs, live demos, and real offensive workflows.

If you're planning to attend, now's the time to lock in travel. Seats are limited.

Register➡️https://t.co/WUbdK3MzOd

[Antisyphon Training @Antisy_Training]

Get hands-on with AI fundamentals and techniques for spotting and exploiting vulnerabilities in Large Language Model systems.

No prior experience needed and includes a certificate of completion.
https://t.co/b3fL8eeD63

[Ridgeback InfoSec @RidgebackSec]

📣 Upcoming Ridgeback InfoSec training events w/ @cstraynor :

🗓 3/20 — Offensive Tooling Foundations (@Antisy_Training virtual)
🗓 4/7–8 — Offensive Tooling for Operators @_kernelcon_ 2026 (Omaha)

Details: https://t.co/HYAJeokI1x

#OffensiveSecurity

[kernelcon @_kernelcon_]

REPOST!

Go beyond default usage & master the internals, customization, & chaining of offensive security tools through guided labs & real-world scenarios w/ @cstraynor

learn to build, automate, and operate your own toolchains with confidence

https://t.co/rxhIFzWXk0