Cybersecurity talent management is nuanced. Traditional best practices around hiring, onboarding and professional development may not translate effectively into the security domain. The best people in cybersecurity are particularly adept at assessing, measuring, and managing security professionals.

Join Thomas Rogers, Co-Founder of MetaCTF, co-host Phoebe DeVito, and guest Chris Haller, Principal Security Consultant at Omada Technologies, as they discuss how hands-on learning builds stronger cybersecurity professionals. Chris shares lessons from his time in the Navy and as a coach for the U.S. Cyber Team, exploring how CTFs develop problem-solving, communication, and confidence in technical environments. He also offers advice for aspiring mentors, leaders, and practitioners on bridging the gap between classroom knowledge and real-world readiness.