[Speakers]
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DEF CON 33

MSGT Brett Fowler (Ret)

Cybersecurity expert and the CEO of STAG

Brett Fowler is a nationally recognized cybersecurity expert and the CEO of STAG, a rapidly growing cybersecurity firm with a global reach and an exponential growth rate of 230% in 2020. A lifelong technology ambassador, Brett began his journey in middle school and has since advised Congressional and Senatorial leaders, while also supporting national efforts, including securing U.S. election systems. Under his leadership, STAG is transforming advanced analytics into accessible web applications, filling critical market gaps.

A former U.S. Air Force Cyber Warfare Operator with over 3,000 hours of cyber operations experience, Brett combines deep technical expertise with agile leadership, driving innovation and resilience in both government and industry. He is a trusted voice on national advisory boards and a frequent lecturer at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where he teaches courses on cybersecurity and entrepreneurship.

Brett holds an M.S. in Computer Science from Utica College and lives in San Antonio, TX, with his wife and children.

Panel Discussion: Adversaries at War: Tactics, technologies, and lessons from modern battlefields

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.

Panel Discussion: Modern warfare and nation state sponsored cyber threat actors

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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