Webinar - How to Maximize the Value of a Penetration Test (Jesse Roberts)

This webinar explores best practices for ensuring your penetration tests deliver meaningful and actionable results. Learn how to define clear objectives, choose the right type of assessment, and prepare your environment to reflect real-world conditions accurately. We’ll discuss why timing matters, how to foster internal communication for smooth execution, and how to go beyond simply patching vulnerabilities by addressing root causes and improving your overall security posture. Attendees will also gain insights into leveraging findings to fix low-severity issues, identify patterns across systems, and enhance their security programs over time. Whether you’re new to penetration testing or looking to refine your approach, this session will equip you with practical strategies to get the most value out of every assessment.

Jesse Roberts is SVP of Cybersecurity with Compass Cyber Guard. Jesse Roberts is an information technology & cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of experience in the field. He is a former professor of Network Engineering & Cyber Security at the New England Institute of Technology. Jesse holds multiple industry level certifications & has been invited to speak at events across the country. His presentations often include real-time live hacking demonstrations. He has also mentored students at various local schools and colleges through cybersecurity clubs over the years. In his role with Compass Cyber Guard, Jesse leads the organization's IT Security, Digital Forensics, and Incident Response teams. He is responsible for implementing innovative techniques and strategies to drive growth and improvement in these areas.

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Founded in 2010, Compass IT Compliance is a nationwide leader in providing IT security, compliance, and risk management services to organizations of all sizes in all industries. Our mission back in 2010 remains the same today: To partner with your organization to help you mitigate your overall information security risk while providing you with the best customer service possible.