Jenny Radcliffe, widely known as “The People Hacker,” is a globally recognised social engineer, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and media commentator specialising in the human side of cybersecurity. Organisations hire her to legally bypass security systems using psychology, persuasion, and behavioural insight — exposing vulnerabilities in people, processes, and physical infrastructure before malicious actors can exploit them.
Describing herself as a “burglar for hire,” Jenny has spent decades conducting simulated attacks on organisations of all sizes, from global corporations to critical infrastructure providers. Her work focuses on understanding how trust is manipulated and how social engineering techniques are used to gain unauthorised access to money, data, and sensitive information.
Jenny is the bestselling author of People Hacker, a gripping insight into the world of social engineering and psychological intrusion. The book is currently in development
as a major television series, bringing her extraordinary real-life exploits to a global audience.
A respected media commentator, Jenny is a frequent contributor across television, radio, print, and digital platforms. She provides expert analysis for national and international broadcasters on emerging scams, cyber threats, insider risk, and the psychology behind deception, translating complex security issues into accessible, compelling insight.
In 2022, she was inducted into the prestigious InfoSec Hall of Fame. She has been named one of the Top 30 Female Cybersecurity Leaders by SC Magazine, one of the Top 25 Women in Cyber by IT Security Guru, and a Top 50 Woman of Influence in Cyber on multiple occasions. She was also nominated in seven categories at the Security Serious Awards, including the prestigious “Godmother of Security” award.
Jenny is the host of The Human Factor podcast, where she interviews industry leaders, social engineers, and former con-artists to explore the psychology of manipulation and how to prevent people and organisations from becoming victims of social engineering
Tailored tests and exercises to assess the capability of your staff and systems
Covert infiltrations and simulated heists of your location and properties.
Tailored assessment and awareness courses and exercises to educate staff
“The most eye-opening security session we’ve ever had.”
— Global Financial Services Firm
“They broke in using methods we’d never even considered.”
— UK Infrastructure Client
“Not just a keynote — a complete mindset shift.”
— Cybersecurity Conference Organiser
