The AppSec Starter Pack: What I Wish They Told Me
About the session
Whether you're starting from scratch or rebooting a legacy mess, building an Application Security program is part art, part science—and a whole lot of strategy.
In this session, Cameron Walters, a seasoned AppSec Director, shares the real-world insights, shortcuts, and sanity-saving tactics he's leaned on to build and evaluate AppSec programs that scale, stick, and actually make a difference.
We’ll explore:
- The AppSec Maturity Mindset – What maturity really looks like (hint: it’s not just checkboxes).
- Blueprints That Don’t Break – Foundational elements that support long-term success.
- Tips, Tricks & Traps – The go-to moves and common pitfalls from years in the trenches.
- Scaling Without Sinking – How to grow your program without losing control or context.
Whether you're a security leader, engineer, or just AppSec-curious, this talk will leave you with practical takeaways and a few laughs as we demystify what it takes to build a resilient, effective AppSec program.
Guest Speaker:
Cameron Walters
Director of Application Security & Security Engineering
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