Hackers Don’t Break In, They Log In | Dhivya Balasubramanian @ BSidesCache 2025

At BSidesCache 2025 in Logan, UT (www.bsidescache.org), Dhivya Balasubramanian, Cybersecurity IAM Manager at Southwest Airlines, delivered an eye-opening session on one of today’s biggest security gaps—identity. With nearly two decades of experience in cybersecurity and leadership, Dhivya explained why attackers don’t need to “break in” anymore—they just log in.

Through real-world breach examples, relatable analogies (like airports!), and interactive discussions, Dhivya made Identity and Access Management (IAM) approachable for everyone—from beginners to experienced pros. She walked through IAM’s four key pillars—Identity Management, Governance, Access Control, and Privileged Access—and showed how weaknesses in these areas can devastate even the strongest organizations.

You’ll learn:
-How IAM failures have fueled major cyber incidents
-The building blocks of a mature identity security program
-How to launch or pivot into a career in IAM, even without a deep technical background

If you’ve ever wondered how hackers really get in—or how to stop them—this session is your blueprint for mastering identity security.

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