Get insights from the man who hacked a nuclear facility at 16 years old
Hacker-turned-FBI-operative to speak at Computing’s Cybersecurity Festival.
The Cybersecurity Festival 2025 is thrilled to announce Greg van der Gaast, a former hacker turned undercover FBI operative, as a keynote speaker. He will provide a unique perspective on the mind of a blackhat hacker.
Scheduled for 1st May 2025 in London, the Cybersecurity Festival is an exclusive event for senior IT professionals from end user companies to learn about best practices and new technologies to protect their data and systems.
Van der Gaast’s keynote offers a rare glimpse into the world of hackers. With 25 years of experience in infosec, he will explore the tactics, motivations, and evolving methods used by cyber attackers.
Attendees can expect to:
- Gain a deeper understanding of how hackers exploit vulnerabilities.
- Get insights into why organizations are prime targets for cyber attacks.
- Learn practical strategies to enhance their cybersecurity defenses.
Having gained notoriety as a teenage hacker who breached a nuclear weapons facility, Greg has since worked as an undercover operative for the FBI and the US Department of Defense. His dual perspective provides him with unique insights into the cybersecurity landscape.
The Cybersecurity Festival 2025 is a free event for senior IT professionals from end-user companies. Delegates will have access to keynotes, panels, presentations, and networking sessions to stay informed about modern cybersecurity practices.
Registration is now open; secure your free spot by clicking here.