Blackjacking

2About the Author

Daniel V. Hoffman began his security career while proudly serving his country as a decorated telecommunications specialist in the United States Coast Guard. He gained his operational experience by working his way up in the private sector from a system administrator to an IS manager, director of IS, and, ultimately, president of his own security‐consulting company. He is currently a senior engineer for Fiberlink Communications Corporation, the recognized leader of mobile workforce security solutions.

Dan is well‐known for his live hacking demonstrations and online hacking videos, which have been featured by the Department of Homeland Security and included in the curriculum of various educational institutions. He regularly speaks at computer conferences and has been interviewed as a security expert by media outlets including Network World and Newsweek. Dan is also a regular columnist for http://ethicalhacker.net and holds many industry security certifications.

Dan is a dedicated and loving father, husband, and son, who takes great pride in his family and realizes that nothing is more important than being there for his wife and children. In addition to his family, Dan enjoys politics, sports, music, great food, beer, and friends, and maintains his love of the sea.