Code and Country Ep. 3: VADM Mike McConnell, USN (Ret.)

What does it take to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity? VADM Mike McConnell, USN (Ret.), former Director National Intelligence (DNI), Director of the National Security Agency (NSA) and Vice Chairman of Booz Allen Hamilton, joins Code and Country to share unparallelled insights on the critical issues shaping the digital defense landscape today.

From tackling advanced ransomware attacks to leveraging AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, VADM McConnell discusses the challenges and opportunities facing governments and enterprises alike. He delves into the importance of public-private sector collaboration, the growing impact of generative AI on cyber defense, and the evolving role of organizations like Cyber Command. Learn how his leadership helped shape modern approaches to safeguarding critical infrastructure and responding to nation-state threats.