Principal Partner at CW PENSEC
Dr. Carpenter is an expert in submolecular information security, specializing in medical IoT, and DNA/nano-tech security, with extensive experience in deception, information warfare, and electronic warfare. His background includes work at the NSA and three decades in government, he has led numerous operations combatting cybercrime, adversarial activity, and counterexploitation theory. A recognized leader in counter-deception, psychological operations, and the application of advanced security techniques, Dr. Carpenter has spoken at numerous international conferences, including several DEFCON villages, Le Hack, Victoria International Privacy and Security Summit, Hack in Paris, Hacker Halted and Cyber Chess.
Dr. Carpenter is a member of the Special Operations Medical Association and the Royal Society of Arts, leveraging these networks to advance the integration of security into emerging technologies. With a focus on defending the digital infrastructure at the molecular level, Dr. Carpenter’s work encompasses the intersection of cybersecurity and biological systems, ensuring that both digital and physical infrastructures remain secure against evolving threats.
Friday | Aug 8th 2025
Creator Stage 1 (Room 233) | Las Vegas Convention Center
Panel Discussion
Modern Warfare
Recent conflicts have shown us that wars today aren't just fought with traditional weapons, they are fought with code, misinformation, and influence. This panel dives into how adversaries are using a mix of traditional and unconventional tactics, from cyber attacks to psychological operations, to gain the upper hand on modern battlefields. We will look at real examples from recent wars, explore the technologies driving these shifts, and discuss what defense, security, and policy leaders need to take away from it all.
Sunday | Aug 10th 2025
Adversary Village Workshop Stage | Las Vegas Convention Center
Panel Discussion
Adversary Philosophy
Cyber attacks have become a powerful extension of modern warfare and some of the most sophisticated threat actors out there are backed by nation-states. This panel dives into how attackers are using cyberspace to conduct espionage, disrupt critical systems, and wage silent wars. the panel will explore who these actors are, what motivates them, and how their operations are changing the global threat landscape. Whether you're defending networks or just curious about how cyber attacks fits into modern conflict, this discussion will unpack the realities behind the headlines.
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