Wes Gavins, VP and head of cybersecurity for LA 28, discusses the unique challenges of securing the Los Angeles Olympic Games. He compares the security concerns of deep space missions at NASA JPL to the security of a global sporting event with 205 nations participating. Wes explains the responsibilities of the host committee and the International Olympic Committee, as well as the role of nation states and their cybersecurity postures. He discusses the importance of collaboration and negotiation with various stakeholders, including federal agencies, law enforcement, and international organizations. Wes also highlights the need for comprehensive cybersecurity protections and the challenges of scaling up a small business to a multi-billion dollar enterprise for a limited time.