About Us

At DCG-SATX (San Antonio DEF CON Group), we are a community of cybersecurity enthusiasts, hackers, and tech experts dedicated to fostering growth, curiosity, and knowledge-sharing in cybersecurity. Inspired by the global DEF CON conference, our mission is to build a vibrant, collaborative community in San Antonio where members can learn, innovate, and advance their skills. We aim to create an inclusive environment that encourages exploration, ethical hacking, and the exchange of ideas to enhance the collective understanding of cybersecurity and technology.


Organizer: Ell Marquez

Ell Marquez is a proud Hacking Is Not and Crime and Operation Safe escape advocate. She has traveled the world for five years, educating security practitioners on subjects from on-prem infrastructure to the cloud and everything in between.


Lead Volunteer: Jp Williams

JP is a cybersecurity professional driven by a passion for solving complex technical challenges. While specialized in network security, log analysis, and technical writing, he also possesses a deep interest in intrusion detection, digital forensics, and incident response.