Jan 16

How to Maximize the Value of a Penetration Test

This is the first ISACA NE Global Webinar for 2025 part of the Compass IT webinar series.

We will explore best practices for ensuring 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.
- timing matters
- internal communication for smooth execution
- go beyond simply patching vulnerabilities
- address root causes
- improve your overall security posture
- leverage findings to fix low-severity issues
- identify patterns across systems.

Speaker Bio

Jesse Roberts

SVP of Cybersecurity

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.