The Exploit

Notes from the Front Lines of Penetration Testing

Bonnie Smyre

Bonnie Smyre, the Chief Operating Officer at Raxis, is a seasoned cybersecurity expert with over 25 years of experience in the technology industry. Bonnie began her career as a consultant and applications specialist before joining Raxis in 2013. Her unique background combines extensive IT expertise with improv skills, which she has leveraged to excel in physical security evaluations as well as in her current role leading operations at Raxis. Bonnie’s journey from a shy IT professional to a confident leader showcases her adaptability and commitment to personal growth in the cybersecurity field.

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  • Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS)
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    Bonnie Smyre
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  • SOC 2 Compliance
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  • Raxis Red Team
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    Bonnie Smyre
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  • Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS)
    Raxis listed as a Sample Vendor for Penetration Testing as a Service in two 2023 Gartner® Hype Cycle™ reports

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    Bonnie Smyre
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    Raxis in the Classroom: Giving Back by Looking Forward

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    Bonnie Smyre
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  • How to Hire a Penetration Testing Firm Part Two
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  • Cyber Warfare
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    How to Hire a Penetration Testing Firm – Part 1

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    Bonnie Smyre
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  • Bonnie Smyre
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