Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. 

In this episode, our panel discusses an evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, we tackle the pressing challenges of hiring and retaining a skilled cyber workforce in the government sector.

Featuring:

• Bob Costello, Chief Information Officer, CISA
• Bobby Hall, Director, Compliance Division, Office of the CIO, FEMA
• Shawn Kingsberry, Vice President, Cybersecurity, SAIC
• David Simpson, RADM (ret.) USN, Virginia Tech, Pamplin Business College Professor in Leadership and Cybersecurity (moderator)

 This discussion took place at the HSDF’s Cybersecurity Symposium on July 10th, 2024. 

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Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. 

In this episode, we discuss the intricate dynamics between leveraging AI, safeguarding personal data, and the proactive measures organizations like FEMA and CISA are implementing.

Featuring:

• Bob Costello, Chief Information Officer, CISA
• Bobby Hall, Director, Compliance Division, Office of the CIO, FEMA
• Shawn Kingsberry, Vice President, Cybersecurity, SAIC
• David Simpson, RADM (ret.) USN, Virginia Tech, Pamplin Business College Professor in Leadership and Cybersecurity (moderator)

 This discussion took place at the HSDF’s Cybersecurity Symposium on July 10th, 2024.

Follow HSDF THE PODCAST and never miss latest insider talk on government technology, innovation, and security. Visit the HSDF YouTube channel to view hours of insightful policy discussion. For more information about the Homeland Security & Defense Forum (HSDF), visit hsdf.org.

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. 

In this episode, the we discuss how cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing public safety and emergency response. The panel addresses the pressing challenges of balancing better, faster, and cheaper solutions while integrating zero trust and IT modernization to address life-and-death scenarios and mitigate financial impacts.

Featuring:

• Bob Costello, Chief Information Officer, CISA
• Bobby Hall, Director, Compliance Division, Office of the CIO, FEMA
• Shawn Kingsberry, Vice President, Cybersecurity, SAIC
• David Simpson, RADM (ret.) USN, Virginia Tech, Pamplin Business College Professor in Leadership and Cybersecurity (moderator)

 This discussion took place at the HSDF’s Cybersecurity Symposium on July 10th, 2024. 

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Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. 

In this episode, Harry Coker, National Cyber Director in the Office of the National Cyber Director, the White House,  provides an in-depth look at the National Cyber Strategy, a game-changing initiative that shifts the onus of cybersecurity from everyday users to tech giants and government entities better equipped to handle these challenges.

Featuring:

• Harry Coker, National Cyber Director in the Office of the National Cyber Director, the White House
• Former Congressman Jim Langevin 

This discussion took place at the HSDF’s Cybersecurity Symposium on July 10th, 2024. 

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Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. 

Patty Cogswell, Former Deputy Administrator, Transportation Security Administration, provides valuable perspectives on navigating career transitions and development.

 Featuring:

•  Patty Cogswell, Former Deputy Administrator, Transportation Security Administration 

This discussion took place at the HSDF’s 4th Annual Women in Homeland Security Celebration on March 22nd, 2024. 

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Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. 

In this second of a two-part series, Beth Cappello reflects on her career, acknowledging past shortcomings in managing peer relationships while highlighting their success in developing close relationships with subordinates and mentoring.

Featuring: 

• Beth Cappello, Former Deputy Chief Information Officer, Department of Homeland Security 
•  Luke McCormack, Former Chief Information Officer, Department of Homeland Security

This discussion took place at the HSDF’s 4th Annual Women in Homeland Security Celebration on March 22nd, 2024. 

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Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. 

In this first of a two-part series, Beth Cappello, Former Deputy Chief Information Officer, Department of Homeland Security, reflects on her thirty-year career in public service.

Featuring: 

• Beth Cappello, Former Deputy Chief Information Officer, Department of Homeland Security 
•  Luke McCormack, Former Chief Information Officer, Department of Homeland Security

This discussion took place at the HSDF’s 4th Annual Women in Homeland Security Celebration on March 22nd, 2024. 

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Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. 

In this second of a 2-part series, the discussion continues with the potential of AI in improving acquisition and procurement processes within the government. It highlights the use of AI in planning acquisition programs, conducting oversight, and enhancing procurement processes.

Featuring:

• Polly Hall, Senior Advisor, Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, Department of Homeland Security
• Dina Thompson, Deputy Head of the Contracting Activity, Deputy Assistant Administrator, Contracting & Procurement, TSA
• Kimberly (KC) Milligan, Component Acquisition Executive and Executive Director, Acquisition Governance and Oversight, Customs and Border Protection
• Elizabeth Moon, Managing Director, Custom Engineering, Google Public Sector
• Soraya Correa, Former Chief Procurement Officer, Department of Homeland Security 

This discussion took place at the HSDF’s 4th Annual Women in Homeland Security Celebration on March 22nd, 2024. 

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Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. 

In this first of a 2-part series, our panel focuses on the use of AI in acquisitions and the challenges and innovations associated with it.  The discussion touches on the responsibility of industry partners to provide transparency for AI usage, the significance of cybersecurity testing, and the need to prepare the workforce to understand concepts of privacy and security.

Featuring:

• Polly Hall, Senior Advisor, Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, Department of Homeland Security
• Dina Thompson, Deputy Head of the Contracting Activity, Deputy Assistant Administrator, Contracting & Procurement, TSA
• Kimberly (KC) Milligan, Component Acquisition Executive and Executive Director, Acquisition Governance and Oversight, Customs and Border Protection
• Elizabeth Moon, Managing Director, Custom Engineering, Google Public Sector
• Soraya Correa, Former Chief Procurement Officer, Department of Homeland Security 

This discussion took place at the HSDF’s 4th Annual Women in Homeland Security Celebration on March 22nd, 2024. 

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Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. 

In this second of a 2-part series, the panel discusses the use of AI and machine learning in aiding investigations conducted by a law enforcement agency. The discussion highlights the crucial role of AI in enhancing investigative capabilities and potentially preventing criminal activities.

Featuring:

• Rana Saoud, Special Agent in Charge, Homeland Security Investigations 
• Lisa Einstein, Senior Advisor for Artificial Intelligence, CISA
• Diane Sabatino, Acting Executive Assistant Commissioner, Office of Field Operations, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
• Allison Patrick, Vice President of Programs for DHS, SAIC

This discussion took place at the HSDF’s 4th Annual Women in Homeland Security Celebration on March 22nd, 2024. 

Follow HSDF THE PODCAST and never miss latest insider talk on government technology, innovation, and security. Visit the HSDF YouTube channel to view hours of insightful policy discussion. For more information about the Homeland Security & Defense Forum (HSDF), visit hsdf.org.