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Chris Lindsey Application Security Evangelist

Chris Lindsey is a seasoned speaker who has appeared at conferences, webinars, and private events. Currently building an online community and creating a podcast series, Chris draws on expertise from more than 15 years of direct security experience and over 35 years of experience leading teams in programming and software, solutions, and security architecture.

For three years, Chris built and led an entire application security program that includes the implementation of mature AppSec programs, including oversight of security processes and procedures, SAST, DAST, CSA/OSA, compliance, training, developer communication, code reviews, application inventory gathering, and risk analysis.

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Conference Speaker:

  • Open Source Summit – Seattle, April 16, 2024. Software Composition Risk – Determine Actual Risk and Take Action
  • Developer Week (2024) – Oakland, CA.ย  Feb 22, 2024.ย  Best Practices in Open Source Risk Management: The developer vs. security viewpoint
  • LASCON – Austin TX, October 24, 2024. How will the advent of new AI-powered tools affect AppSec practices – and how can AppSec reap the best of it?
  • RSA Panel on AI – San Francisco CA. May 6, 2024. DevSecOps & Generative AI: Security in an AI Universe
  • OWASP Meetup – Tampa Bay, FL. June 14, 2024 – From Reactive to Effective: Building Application Security that Works
  • OWASP Meetup – San Antonio, TX.ย  October 18, 2024. – From Reactive to Effective: Building Application Security that Works

Webinar Host:

  • Multiple Mend.io hosted webinars – See Resources for full list

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Latest Posts:

The Top 11 Web Vulnerability Scanners

The Top 11 Web Vulnerability Scanners

Discover the top 11 web vulnerability scanners and learn why they are essential for protecting your web applications from hackers.

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How to master your 2025 AppSec Budget webinar

How to Master your 2025 AppSec Budget

Join top industry experts as they discuss the challenges and pain points of creating a solid AppSec budget.

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Security confidentiality integrity and availability triad webinar

Securityโ€™s Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability (CIA) Triad – Outdated or Still Relevant?

Are confidentiality, integrity, and availability still enough, or is it time to evolve our thinking?

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Why is my AppSec Program Broken webinar

Why is my AppSec Program Broken?

Learn common pitfalls that derail even the best-intentioned application security programs.

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Stress Certification and Pen Testing Ep7

Stress, Certification, and Pen Testing

Learn about penetration testing, ethical hacking, and vulnerabilities in this episode of Secrets of AppSec Champions.

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The Evolving Role of CISOs Ep6

The Evolving Role of CISOs

This episode explores the evolving role of a CISO, emphasizing collaboration, communication, and continuous learning in navigating the complexities of modern security.

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AppSec for the Win: Proven Best Practices that Work

Gain knowledge and tools to build more secure applications and stay ahead of potential threats.

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Itโ€˜s Cybersecurity Awareness Month-Letโ€˜s Talk AppSec

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Learn how to protect your software and reduce risks with AppSec tips.

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Dont Treat DAST Like Dessert post

Don’t Treat DAST Like Dessert

DAST is an essential part of a nutritious application security dietโ€”not just a once-a-quarter treat.

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Empowering Teams for Better Security Ep5

Empowering Teams for Better Security

This episode explores how to create a robust security culture by integrating security awareness into your daily operations.

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Good Enough: Practical Zero Trust Posture in The Software Supply Chain

Achieve optimal security posture: Understand threats, implement Zero Trust, balance time & effort, and prioritize the most likely threats.

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Mastering proactive appsec Ep4

Mastering Proactive AppSec

This episode focuses on shifting from a reactive to a proactive application security posture.

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Empowering security champions webinar

Empowering Security Champions: Optimizing for Security Excellence

A discussion on the complexities of managing Security Champions, addressing common hurdles, and maximizing their impact on your application security posture.

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Compromised Proactive to Reactive podcast

Compromised: Proactive to Reactive

In this episode, discover strategies for automating security responses, managing vulnerabilities, and building a robust security team.

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DevSecOps RoundTable

Explore how to shift application security further left in the development process as seamlessly as possible.

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Maturing your AppSec Program

This episode highlights the role of AI in security, stressing the necessity of establishing policies and user education to manage its usage effectively.

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