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HSDF THE PODCAST

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The Homeland Security and Defense Forum proudly presents HSDF THE PODCAST, an engaging series of policy discussions with senior government and industry experts on technology and innovation in government. HSDF THE PODCAST looks at how emerging technology - such Artificial Intelligence, cloud computing, 5G, and cybersecurity - is being used to support government missions and secure U.S. national interests.

Episodes

Defending Against Foreign Cyber Threats and Improving Cyber Situational Awareness P3 of 3

Today’s program is the third in a three part discussion with government and industry leaders on Improving Cyber Situational Awareness and threats posed by China and Russia. It features Riley Montgomery, from the FBI’s Cyber Division, Jason Kane, Office of Investigations at the U.S. Secret Service, Patrick Flynn, Advanced Programs Group at Trellix Cybersecurity, and David Aguilar, Former Acting and Deputy Commissioner at Customs and Border Protection. This program was recorded in conjunction with...

Aug 16, 202314 min

Defending Against Foreign Cyber Threats and Improving Cyber Situational Awareness P2 of 3

Today’s program is the second in a three part discussion with government and industry leaders on Improving Cyber Situational Awareness and threats posed by China and Russia. It features Riley Montgomery, from the FBI’s Cyber Division, Jason Kane, Office of Investigations at the U.S. Secret Service, Patrick Flynn, Advanced Programs Group at Trellix Cybersecurity, and David Aguilar, Former Acting and Deputy Commissioner at Customs and Border Protection. This program was recorded in conjunction wit...

Aug 16, 202313 min

Defending Against Foreign Cyber Threats and Improving Cyber Situational Awareness P1 of 3

Today’s program is the first in a three part discussion with government and industry leaders on Improving Cyber Situational Awareness and threats posed by China and Russia. It features Riley Montgomery, from the FBI’s Cyber Division, Jason Kane, Office of Investigations at the U.S. Secret Service, Patrick Flynn, Advanced Programs Group at Trellix Cybersecurity, and David Aguilar, Former Acting and Deputy Commissioner at Customs and Border Protection. This program was recorded in conjunction with...

Aug 16, 202311 min

Improving Cyber Hygiene Across the Federal Government P3 of 3

Today’s program is the third in a three part discussion with DHS CISO Ken Bible on industry collaboration with DHS to improve cyber hygiene across the federal government, deliver security and mission successes, implementing zero trust, and new concepts concerning risk management. The panel covered a range of important areas related to implementing zero trust including the biggest remaining challenges, how guidance from OMB has matured, and the evolution of the risk management concept when it com...

Aug 16, 202317 min

Improving Cyber Hygiene Across the Federal Government P2 of 3

Today’s program is the second in a three part discussion with DHS CISO Ken Bible on industry collaboration with DHS to improve cyber hygiene across the federal government, deliver security and mission successes, implementing zero trust, and new concepts concerning risk management. The panel covered a range of important areas related to implementing zero trust including the biggest remaining challenges, how guidance from OMB has matured, and the evolution of the risk management concept when it co...

Aug 16, 202318 min

Improving Cyber Hygiene Across the Federal Government P1 of 3

Today’s program is the first in a three part discussion with DHS CISO Ken Bible on industry collaboration with DHS to improve cyber hygiene across the federal government, deliver security and mission successes, implementing zero trust, and new concepts concerning risk management. The panel covered a range of important areas related to implementing zero trust including the biggest remaining challenges, how guidance from OMB has matured, and the evolution of the risk management concept when it com...

Aug 16, 202316 min

Protecting Supply Chains and Securing Critical Infrastructure P3

(June 21, 2023) Today’s program is the third in a three part discussion on protecting U.S. supply chains, securing critical infrastructure, and creating a culture of cybersecurity in America. Featuring Tom Fanning, Chair, Cybersecurity Advisory Committee at CISA, Eric Goldstein, Executive Assistant Director of CISA’s Cybersecurity Division, Bobbie Stempfley, Vice President at Dell Technologies, and moderated by Luke McCormack, Former CIO, Department of Homeland Security. This program was recorde...

Jul 28, 202316 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Protecting Supply Chains and Securing Critical Infrastructure for the Future P2

(June 21, 2023) Today’s program is the second in a three part discussion on protecting U.S. supply chains, securing critical infrastructure, and creating a culture of cybersecurity in America. Featuring Tom Fanning, Chair, Cybersecurity Advisory Committee at CISA, Eric Goldstein, Executive Assistant Director of CISA’s Cybersecurity Division, Bobbie Stempfley, Vice President at Dell Technologies, and moderated by Luke McCormack, Former CIO, Department of Homeland Security. This program was record...

Jul 28, 202317 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Protecting Supply Chains and Securing Critical Infrastructure for the Future P1

(June 21, 2023) Today’s program is the first in a three part discussion on protecting U.S. supply chains, securing critical infrastructure, and creating a culture of cybersecurity in America. Featuring Tom Fanning, Chair, Cybersecurity Advisory Committee at CISA, Eric Goldstein, Executive Assistant Director of CISA’s Cybersecurity Division, Bobbie Stempfley, Vice President at Dell Technologies, and moderated by Luke McCormack, Former CIO, Department of Homeland Security. This program was recorde...

Jul 28, 202317 minSeason 3Ep. 4

How CISA is Delivering Cybersecurity, with CISA Director Jen Easterly and Jim Langevin P2

Today’s program is the second in a two part discussion Featuring CISA Director Jen Easterly and Former Congressman Jim Langevin on coordinating cyber operations between the public and private sectors, “secure-by-design” technologies, and how CISA is prepared to take on evolving cyber threats. This program was recorded in conjunction with the HSDF policy symposium, the Evolution of Federal Cybersecurity on June 21, 2023. Follow HSDF THE PODCAST and never miss latest insider talk on government tec...

Jul 28, 202318 minSeason 3Ep. 3

How CISA is Delivering Cybersecurity, with CISA Director Jen Easterly and Jim Langevin P1

(June 21, 2023) CISA Director Jen Easterly joins former Congressman Jim Langevin at the recent HSDF Cybersecurity Symposium to discuss cyber operational coordination between the public and private sectors, advancing “secure-by-design” technologies, and how CISA is prepared to take on evolving cyber threats to our nation. Part one of two episodes. Follow HSDF THE PODCAST and never miss latest insider talk on government technology, innovation, and security. Visit the HSDF YouTube channel to view h...

Jul 28, 202316 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Evolving Cybersecurity Efforts in Government with former Congressman Jim Langevin

(June 21, 2023) Former Congressman Jim Langevin delivered keynote remarks at the recent HSDF Cybersecurity Symposium in Washington, DC, where he reviewed how federal cybersecurity efforts evolved and where we go from here; the importance of public-private partnerships for strong cybersecurity, the need to mature existing cyber structures in government, and federal resources to support better cyber outcomes. Jim Langevin is a former Member of Congress, renowned cybersecurity expert, and inaugural...

Jul 28, 202317 minSeason 3Ep. 1

DHS Leadership on Touchless Screening with Diane Sabatino, Austin Gould, and Keith Helms

Today’s program features a panel discussion with Austin Gould from TSA and Diane Sabatino from U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and moderated by Keith Helms of Dell Technologies. Their discussion focuses on the challenges and opportunities of touchless screening and efforts to widely deploy the nascent technology at airports and other security checkpoints. This is the second in a two part series on DHS Touchless Screening. Follow HSDF THE PODCAST and never miss latest insider talk on governme...

May 09, 202341 minSeason 2Ep. 18

DHS Touchless Screening Innovations with John Wagner and Tom Ragland

Today’s program Features Tom Ragland and John Wagner discussing the DHS Touchless Screening Transformation. Listen in as they go into the development of effective touchless screening and the next steps for deploying touchless screening at airports and other security checkpoints. Tom Ragland is with Dell Technologies’ Business Development and Strategic Programs and is the former Operations Director at DHS. John Wagner is the former Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner at US Customs and Border ...

May 08, 202326 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Shaping the Future of the Cyber Workforce with Dr. Elizabeth Kolmstetter

Dr. Elizabeth Kolmstetter, CISA's new Chief People Officer, discusses her new role and addresses the challenges of cultivating a world class cyber workforce. She was joined by Deborah Gill of Dell Technologies. Their discussion took place at HSDF's Third Annual Celebrating Women in Homeland Security Symposium on March 30, 2023. 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 i...

May 01, 202331 minSeason 2Ep. 16

How Technology is Revolutionizing the DHS Mission P2

Today’s program is the second in a two part series on Women in Government Security and features an amazing Q&A session on careers and advancing women in the workforce. Moderated by Beth Cappello, Deputy CIO at DHS. With Melissa Conley, Deputy Assistant Administrator at TSA, Pam Leach the Deputy CISO at USCIS, and Monrovia Jackson, CISA Program Manager at GDIT. This program was recorded in conjunction with the HSDF policy symposium, Celebrating Women in Homeland Security on March 30, 2023. Fo...

May 01, 202318 minSeason 2Ep. 15

How Technology is Revolutionizing the DHS Mission P1

In the first part of a two part series, Beth Cappello, Deputy CIO at DHS leads an informative and entertaining discussion on the impact of technology on the DHS mission and what it's like to be a woman in the homeland security field. With Melissa Conley, Deputy Assistant Administrator at TSA, Pam Leach the Deputy CISO USCIS, and Monrovia Jackson, CISA Program Manager at GDIT. The discussion highlighted many wonderful stories from their careers. The Discussion took place at HSDF's Third...

May 01, 202324 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Breaking Barriers: Women in Security Navigating Career Transitions P2

Patty Cogswell, former TSA Administrator, moderated a lively, fun, and informative discussion Breaking Barriers: Women in Security Navigating Career Transitions as part of HSDF's Third Annual Celebrating Women in Homeland Security on March 30, 2023. Today’s program is the second of a two part series looking at Breaking Barriers: Women in Security Navigating Career Transitions. This discussion was moderated by Patty Cogswell, former TSA Administrator, and features: Mary Ellen Callahan, Chief...

May 01, 202315 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Breaking Barriers: Women in Security Navigating Career Transitions P1

Patty Cogswell, former TSA Administrator, moderated a lively, fun, and informative discussion Breaking Barriers: Women in Security Navigating Career Transitions as part of HSDF's Third Annual Celebrating Women in Homeland Security on March 30, 2023. Today’s program is the first of a two part series looking at Breaking Barriers: Women in Security Navigating Career Transitions. This discussion was moderated by Patty Cogswell, former TSA Administrator, and features: Mary Ellen Callahan, Chief ...

May 01, 202323 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Karinda Washington on Unleashing the Social Impact Potential of DHS

Karinda Washington is the Executive Director of Social Impact at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), who recently delivered inspiring remarks that were well received by both government and industry participants at HSDF's Third Annual Celebrating the Women of Homeland Security on March 30th, 2023. In her speech, Ms. Washington reflected on her career and shared valuable advice for other women in the homeland security field. Washington emphasized the crucial role of a diverse and inclu...

May 01, 202323 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Chat with Hope Goins from the House Homeland Security Committee

Hope Goins, Minority Staff Director for the House Homeland Security Committee, discusses the 20th Anniversary of the Department of Homeland Security, the importance of diversity and inclusion for committee staff, and areas of bipartisan policy cooperation such as border security and cybersecurity. Hope Joins HSDF as a part of the Third Annual Celebrating the Women of Homeland Security on March 30th, 2023. Follow HSDF THE PODCAST and never miss latest insider talk on government technology, innova...

May 01, 202321 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Bobbie Stempfley on Building Resilient Cybersecurity

Bobbie Stempfley discusses next steps for building better cybersecurity resilience through technology, people, and process with Megan Mance from the Homeland Security and Defense Forum. Ms. Stempfley currently serves as Vice President of the Infrastructure Solutions Group and as the Business Unit Security Officer for Dell Technologies. She has had an incredible career spanning the public and private sectors, as well as academia. During her time in public service, she served as Chief Information ...

May 01, 202318 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Transforming the CBP Cargo and Trade Missions

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. Today’s program explores at How Technology is Transforming the CBP Cargo and Trade Missions Former Executive Assistant Commissioner Todd Owen leads a discussion with the current CBP EAC Pete Flores and Dejero Founder Bogdan Frusina on CBP’s growing cargo and trade missions, how the increased cargo volume requires a combination...

Feb 23, 202333 min

TSA and CBP introduce new touchless screening system at American airports P2

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. Today’s program is the second of a two part series looking at How TSA and Customs and Border are collaborating to introduce a new touchless screening system at American airports. Patty Cogswell leads the discussion with Neal Latta, Assistant Administrator at TSA, Diane Sabatino, Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner at CBP, ...

Feb 21, 202318 min

TSA and CBP introduce new touchless screening system at American airports P1

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. Today’s program is the first of a two part series looking at How TSA and Customs and Border are collaborating to introduce a new touchless screening system at American airports. Patty Cogswell leads the discussion with Neal Latta, Assistant Administrator at TSA, Diane Sabatino, Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner at CBP, a...

Feb 16, 202320 min

How new technologies are being deployed to support border agents and secure the border P2

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. Today’s program is the second of a two part series looking at How new technologies are being deployed to support border agents and secure the border Luke McCormack leads the discussion with Ruynard Singleton, head of the Program Management Office at U.S. Border Patrol; Jeremy Ocheltree, Director of Custom and Border’s Innovati...

Feb 14, 202326 min

How new technologies are being deployed to support border agents and secure the border P1

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. Today’s program is the first of a two part series looking at How new technologies are being deployed to support border agents and secure the border Luke McCormack leads the discussion with Ruynard Singleton, head of the Program Management Office at U.S. Border Patrol; Jeremy Ocheltree , Director of Custom and Border’s Innovati...

Feb 09, 202327 min

Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation at U.S. Customs and Border Protection

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. Today’s program looks at Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation in the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency. David Aguilar chats with CBP’s Chief Technology Officer, Sunil Madhugiri , and Jay Meil from SAIC’s AI Innovation Factory on new requirements to amplify mobile edge computing at the border, data sha...

Feb 07, 202335 min

Emergence of a Digital U.S. Border Patrol

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. Today’s program looks at the Emergence of a Digital U.S. Border Patrol Mark Bathrick , a senior Executive with Dell Technologies and the former Director of the Office of Aviation Services in the Department of the Interior, joins Megan Mance from the Homeland Security and Defense Forum for a discussion on the emergence of a new...

Feb 02, 202311 min

Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz on the Future of the U.S. Border Patrol

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. Today’s program Features Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz on the Future of the U.S. Border Patrol. He’s joined by former Border Chief and former Acting CBP Commissioner David Aguilar. Listen in while they discuss organizational priorities, responding to increased border traffic and apprehensions, and new requirements to improve ...

Jan 30, 202334 min