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 discusses the responsible use of AI technologies, AI assurance, and the potential for malicious actors to exploit AI tools.  The speakers highlight the collaboration between different agencies and the need to expand AI expertise within the workforce. 

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. 

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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, leading DHS technologists continue their discussion on their agency’s modernization journey; acceleration of data analytics/AI capabilities for mission outcomes; and remaining challenges around budget, acquisition, and personnel.

Featuring: 

• Reshea Deloatch, Executive Director, Solutions Development Directorate, Office of the CIO, Department of Homeland Security
• Carin Quiroga, Chief Data Officer, Immigration and Customs Enforcement 
• Dr. Gerri Alston-Meggett, Deputy Chief Information Officer, U.S. Secret Service
• Bill McElhaney, Chief Information Officer, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 
• Jay Meil, Vice President, AI & Data Analytics, SAIC
• Luke McCormack, Former CIO, Departments of Homeland Security and Justice

This discussion took place at the HSDF Technology Innovation in Government Symposium on February 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, hear how leading DHS technologists discuss their agency’s modernization journey; acceleration of data analytics/AI capabilities for mission outcomes; and remaining challenges around budget, acquisition, and personnel..

Featuring:

• Reshea Deloatch, Executive Director, Solutions Development Directorate, Office of the CIO, Department of Homeland Security
• Carin Quiroga, Chief Data Officer, Immigration and Customs Enforcement 
• Dr. Gerri Alston-Meggett, Deputy Chief Information Officer, U.S. Secret Service
• Bill McElhaney, Chief Information Officer, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 
• Jay Meil, Vice President, AI & Data Analytics, SAIC
• Luke McCormack, Former CIO, Departments of Homeland Security and Justice (moderator)

This discussion took place at the HSDF Technology Innovation in Government Symposium on February 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, hear how agencies like the TSA and CBP remain resilient while maintaining impeccable service continuity right where the action happens—at the tactical edge.

Featuring:

• Craig Basham, Deputy Executive Director, IT Operations, Office of the Chief Information Officer, Department of Homeland Security
• David Earle, Director, End Users Services Division, Transportation Security Administration
• Charlie Armstrong, Chief Information Officer, Federal Emergency Management Agency
• Jim Westdorp, Chief Technologist, Ciena Government Solutions, Inc. 
• Dr. Dan Gerstein, Former Acting and Deputy Under Secretary, Science & Technology Directorate, DHS (moderator)

This discussion took place at the HSDF Technology Innovation in Government Symposium on February 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, hear how DHS is embracing the cloud, the strategies they're employing to migrate systems, and their forward-looking plans for edge computing.

Featuring:

• Craig Basham, Deputy Executive Director, IT Operations, Office of the Chief Information Officer, Department of Homeland Security
• David Earle, Director, End Users Services Division, Transportation Security Administration
• Charlie Armstrong, Chief Information Officer, Federal Emergency Management Agency
• Jim Westdorp, Chief Technologist, Ciena Government Solutions, Inc. 
• Dr. Dan Gerstein, Former Acting and Deputy Under Secretary, Science & Technology Directorate, DHS (moderator)

This discussion took place at the HSDF Technology Innovation in Government Symposium on February 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, Patrick Walsh, Chief of Contracting Office at Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Nick Martinelli, Director of the Information Technology Contracting Division at Customs and Border Protection, and Bill Weinberg, Assistant Administrator for Contracting and Procurement at Transportation Security Administration, discuss the speed of acquisition around emerging technologies and efforts to support Artificial Intelligence initiatives.

Featuring:

• Patrick Walsh, Chief of Contracting Office, Information Technology Division, Immigration and Customs Enforcement
• Nick Martinelli, Director of the Information Technology Contracting Division, Office of Acquisition, Customs and Border Protection
• Bill Weinberg, Assistant Administrator for Contracting and Procurement & Head of Contracting Activity, Transportation Security Administration 
• Jonathan Alboum, Federal Chief Technology Officer, ServiceNow (moderator)

This discussion took place at the HSDF Technology Innovation in Government Symposium on February 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, Patrick Walsh, Chief of Contracting Office at Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Nick Martinelli, Director of the Information Technology Contracting Division at Customs and Border Protection, and Bill Weinberg, Assistant Administrator for Contracting and Procurement at Transportation Security Administration, discuss the speed of acquisition around emerging technologies and efforts to support Artificial Intelligence initiatives.

 Featuring:

• Patrick Walsh, Chief of Contracting Office, Information Technology Division, Immigration and Customs Enforcement
• Nick Martinelli, Director of the Information Technology Contracting Division, Office of Acquisition, Customs and Border Protection
• Bill Weinberg, Assistant Administrator for Contracting and Procurement & Head of Contracting Activity, Transportation Security Administration 
• Jonathan Alboum, Federal Chief Technology Officer, ServiceNow 

 This discussion took place at the HSDF Technology Innovation in Government Symposium on February 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.

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 third of a 3 part series, Eric Hysen, Chief Information Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, and Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary for Science & Technology at DHS, explore new roles and responsibilities emerging in AI.

In this third of a 3-part series, Eric Hysen, DHS CIO, and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, and Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary for S&T at DHS, explore how AI is revolutionizing government security using the transformative power of generative AI.

Featuring:

• Eric Hysen, Chief Information Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Department of Homeland Security
• Hon. Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary for Science & Technology, Department of Homeland Security
• Luke McCormack, Former CIO, Departments of Homeland Security and Justice (moderator)

This discussion took place at the HSDF Technology Innovation in Government Symposium on February 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.

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 3 part series, Eric Hysen, Chief Information Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, and Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary for Science & Technology at DHS, explore new roles and responsibilities emerging in AI.

The role of Chief Data Officers (CDOs) in shaping AI's future within the Department of Homeland Security is brought to the forefront. Eric and Dimitri underscore the critical importance of data quality, revealing how it's the backbone of AI's capabilities, with a special look at the Unified Immigration Portal and its groundbreaking approach to data sharing. This episode is not just a conversation but a clarion call for embracing AI's transformative potential in serving our communities better.

Featuring:

• Eric Hysen, Chief Information Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Department of Homeland Security
• Hon. Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary for Science & Technology, Department of Homeland Security
• Luke McCormack, Former CIO, Departments of Homeland Security and Justice (moderator)

This discussion took place at the HSDF Technology Innovation in Government Symposium on February 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.

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 3 part series, Eric Hysen, DHS CIO, and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, and Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary for S&T at DHS, explore new roles and responsibilities emerging in AI.

Hear how DHS is using AI to  revolutionize FEMA's disaster response, crack down on illicit trafficking, and amplify productivity in child exploitation cases. It's about real-world outcomes: dramatic rescues, significant busts, and landmark convictions. 

Featuring:

•  Eric Hysen, Chief Information Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Department of Homeland Security
•  Hon. Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary for Science & Technology, Department of Homeland Security
• Luke McCormack, Former CIO, Departments of Homeland Security and Justice

This discussion took place at the HSDF Technology Innovation in Government Symposium on February 22nd, 2024. 

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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.