GitHub’s Jacob DePriest: How to attract and retain more diverse security talent

In a discussion with Thomas on the Future of Security Operations podcast, Jacob DePriest, VP & Deputy Chief Security Officer at GitHub, shares insights into his transition from a long-standing career at the NSA to his current role at GitHub, driven by curiosity and the pursuit of new challenges. DePriest emphasizes the importance of open-source software in enhancing the security community's ability to handle threats and highlights how GitHub's security team effectively manages risk and builds user trust through substantial automation and proactive engagement with developers. He also discusses the team's influence on GitHub's product development, aiming to be early adopters of new features, and reflects on the company's commendable response to the Log4j breach. Additionally, DePriest underscores the significance of psychological safety, empathy, diversity, and transparency for security team success.