Phillip Wylie

Phillip Wylie is an internationally recognized cybersecurity leader, bestselling author, educator and offensive security expert with more than 28 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity. Wylie’s career spans network security, application security, penetration testing, red teaming and social engineering, making him a trusted voice on the front lines of cyber defense. A former adjunct instructor at Dallas College, Wylie founded The Pwn School Project and DEFCON Group 940 to expand access to hands-on cybersecurity education.

Wylie is the concept creator and co-author of the best-selling book, "The Pentester BluePrint: Starting a Career as an Ethical Hacker," a widely used guide for aspiring cybersecurity professionals. Wylie also hosts "The Phillip Wylie Show" and The Hacker Factory podcast, where he highlights diverse cybersecurity journeys and provides practical advice for entering and advancing in the industry.

A sought-after international keynote speaker, workshop instructor and mentor, Wylie travels globally to educate audiences on offensive security, hacking and cybersecurity career development. Wylie continues to champion the growth of the next generation of ethical hackers while helping organizations strengthen their understanding of today’s threat landscape.