Kelley Misata
Dr. Kelley Misata is a leader in cybersecurity strategy, open source
innovation, and nonprofits. As Founder of Sightline Security, she empowers
nonprofits to build robust cybersecurity. As President of OISF, she strengthens global
network security through Suricata, a premier open-source technology. Renowned for
translating complex cybersecurity challenges into actionable solutions, Dr. Misata has
transformed her journey as a cyberstalking survivor into advocacy for security, privacy, and
open-source practices. With a Ph.D. in Information Security from Purdue University and a
Business Administration and Marketing degree from Bentley University, she exemplifies
the fusion of expertise and leadership to address real-world threats and drive
transformative change.
Sessions
Open-source software is everywhere—from network security tools like Wireshark and Suricata to the critical infrastructure enterprises rely on daily. Yet, when OSS enters the corporate conversation, it’s often met with "Isn’t it free? Why should we invest in it?" or “Won’t the community just take care of everything.” or "Who’s responsible if something goes wrong?" Instead of treating OSS as a strategic asset, these misconceptions create barriers to security, sustainability, and innovation.
This session will help you shift the OSS conversation—moving from passive consumption to active engagement. Drawing from real-world experience leading OISF (Suricata), we’ll explore how to make the business case for OSS, advocate for responsible adoption, and integrate due diligence into enterprise processes. Attendees will leave with strategies to foster internal support and transform OSS from an afterthought into a competitive advantage.