BSides Cape Town 2025

Jaco Swanepoel

Jaco Swanepoel is a cybersecurity professional with over 15 years of experience in digital forensics, incident response, and threat intelligence. He’s worked on high-profile investigations, supported law enforcement operations, and testified as an expert witness in court. Having obtained multiple SANS certifications, he has led forensic engagements across several continents. Today, he heads a threat hunting and intelligence team within one of South Africa’s leading financial institutions, tracking threat actors and uncovering malicious activity. Passionate about sharing knowledge, Jaco actively works on projects designed to spark curiosity and inspire others to explore the world of cybersecurity.


Session

12-06
17:00
45min
SocVel Live: Command The Breach
Jaco Swanepoel

SocVel Live: Command the Breach is a 45-minute interactive tabletop meets "choose-your-own-adventure" experience. Inspired by ongoing Chinese State Sponsored threat actor campaigns, the audience will guide a live breach investigation - voting on decisions, uncovering consequences, and tracking the impact on time, resources, and business reputation. No boring slides. No fixed-path. Just instinct, pressure, and collective response.

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