The Black Hat security conference operates a specialized Network Operations Center (NOC) at Mandalay Bay, built by volunteers in three days. The NOC is distinct from the hotel’s operation, driven by the high demands of conference security. Volunteers work shifts amidst a relaxed atmosphere featuring sofas and casual entertainment. The NOC allows for rapid response to potential security threats, emphasizing immediate action to maintain attendee safety and network stability during the event. Streaming on Twitch enables broader engagement and interaction with remote audiences.
Volunteers needed three days to build the network operations center (NOC), and this year streamed it on Twitch so people can watch and send in questions. The stream continues throughout the show.
Sofas, the odd beanbag, a couple of plush mascots (a monkey and an inflatable sheep) provide places to crash. The volunteers work five or six hour shifts.
It allows us to do mitigation if we see an attack, if there's something that's going on that could be detrimental to the stability of the network or the security of the attendees.
We can't open up a ticket and wait 90 minutes for somebody from the hotel to come by and ask us what's wrong. We have to handle it immediately.
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