Arun Nair is an Independent Security Researcher with experience of Red Teaming especially in malware development and defence evasion. He holds multiple certifications like OSCP, CRTP, CRTL, CodeMachine Malware Techniques, Malware on Steroids and Hacksys Windows Kernel Exploitation. He has worked with top-tier organizations like Google and Mandiant with a role of red teaming. Beyond his professional endeavors, Arun is actively involved in the cybersecurity community. He has contributed as a volunteer in designing CTF (Capture The Flag) challenges for the Defcon Adversary Village, and has shared his knowledge through talks and workshops at prestigious events like Bsides Transylvania, HackSpaceCon, RingZer0, RedTeamSummit, c0c0n, and regional Null Meetups. In addition to his professional achievements and contributions to the cybersecurity community, Arun Nair dedicates his free time to sharing knowledge and insights on his blog

Stepping into the red team battleground requires more than just theoretical knowledge, it demands an arsenal of practical skills and an infrastructure that can adapt to complex security landscapes. This talk is designed to arm cybersecurity professionals with the essential tools and tactics necessary for high-stakes operational readiness. By the end of this session, attendees will not only understand the lifecycle of Red Team engagements but will also be equipped to architect and manipulate infrastructure that deceives and withstands adversarial scrutiny.