In this episode, Ryan Williams Sr. and Shannon Tynes discuss the recent budget cuts proposed for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the implications of these cuts on cybersecurity efforts in the U.S. They highlight CISA's critical role in managing cyber incidents and the importance of maintaining adequate funding for cybersecurity initiatives. The conversation also touches on the challenges CISA faces, including talent retention and the need for continued education in cybersecurity.

Article: DHS budget request would cut CISA staff by 1,000 positions

https://federalnewsnetwork.com/cybersecurity/2025/05/dhs-budget-request-would-cut-cisa-staff-by-1000-positions/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSk92elhwQm1sVDhUbXJJcQEe9Qs9B2fABpO-SLCON7ZvpkTGX_G3LDZya8eGBtLc_Z8LMScNY35ADkRNIEM_aem_hj20amxI4DCdhfI-MNEEHg

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and CISA's Role

02:37 Budget Cuts and Their Implications for CISA

04:55 CISA's Achievements and Importance in Cybersecurity

07:28 The Future of CISA and Cybersecurity Landscape

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