The Watchers

Jack Rhysider, creator of Darknet Diaries, joins The Watchers to talk privacy, hacking culture, and the evolving threats shaping our digital lives. From disguises at DEFCON to exploring hacker origins in video games, Jack shares insights on why breaches are inevitable, how underground communities evolve, and where optimism fits in the face of AI, nation-state cyberattacks, and increasing surveillance. This episode blends nostalgia for the early internet with a forward-looking perspective on cybersecurity’s future.MORE FROM JACK RHYSIDER & DARKNET DIARIESwww.darknetdiaries.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@JackRhysider⁩  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-rhysider-02922a167/--------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioSentinel Blue: https://www.sentinelblue.comLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/linkedJOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#SentinelBlue #TheWatchersPodcast #JackRhysider #DarknetDiaries #CybersecurityPodcast #HackingCulture #HackingStories #CyberThreats #CyberDefense #Cybercrime #InternetPrivacy #DataBreaches #CyberPolicy #AIandCybersecurity #CyberArmsRace #NationalSecurity #DEFCON #Stuxnet #XboxUnderground #HackerCommunity #HackerCounterculture #OnlineSecurity #DigitalPrivacy #InfoSec #CyberAwareness #TechSecurity #DigitalFuture #OptimismInCybersecurity #CyberCommunity

In this episode of The Watchers, Andy Sauer sits down with cybersecurity leader Tatyana Bolton. From her unexpected start in acting to shaping national policy at CISA, Google, and beyond, Tatyana shares her perspective on why U.S. cyber defenses must keep pace with adversaries moving at the “speed of relevance.” They discuss policy gridlock, supply chain risk, OT security, and the urgent cultural shift needed to treat cyber as a true national security priority.------MORE FROM TATYANA BOLTONhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tatyana-b-58358021/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinSentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linkedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#nationalsecurity #cyberintelligence #militaryleadership #combatmedicine #AIandethics#defenseInnovation #jointcommand #criticalinfrastructure #futureofwarfare #operationaltechnology  #cybersecurity #cybersecurityawareness #techindefense #cyberthreats #cyberdefense #nationalsecurity #cyberwarfare  #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue #tatyanabolton #andysauer

Cybersecurity strategist Gentry Lane joins The Watchers to unpack why cyber weapons should be treated as real weapons of war. She and Andy Sauer dive into the absence of a national cyber strategy, the vulnerabilities of America’s critical infrastructure, and the role of Europe in the global cyber power race. From the dangers of supply chain weaknesses to the need for deterrence by denial, this conversation reveals what’s at stake in today’s digital battlefield.------MORE FROM GENTRY LANEhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gentrylane/https://www.nemesis-global.com/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/FOLLOW SENTINEL BLUELinkedIn: https://sblu.us/linkedWebsite: https://www.sentinelblue.comJOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #criticalinfrastructure #leadership #nato #eu #nationalresilience #publicsectorsecurity #leadershipinsecurity #airesilience #infrastructuresecurity #defensestrategy #missionfirst #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue

Nick Andersen, President and COO of Invictus, joins Andy Sauer to unpack the hard truths about cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and government readiness. With experience spanning the Marine Corps, DOE, and White House, Nick offers a brutally honest take on what it will take to build real resilience—starting with ruthless prioritization. From AI regulation to public utility gaps, this episode dives deep into the systems we rely on and the leadership it takes to protect them.------MORE FROM NICK ANDERSENhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nmandersen/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinSentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linkedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #criticalinfrastructure #governmentreadiness #nationalresilience #publicsectorsecurity #leadershipinsecurity #airesilience #infrastructuresecurity #defensestrategy #thewatcherspodcast #nickandersen #andysauer #invictus #missionfirst #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue

Cybersecurity expert Dr. Chase Cunningham—aka Doctor Zero Trust—joins us for a frank, no-holds-barred discussion on the broken promises of the security industry, the myth of perfect defense, and how AI hype distorts real threats. From practical strategies for small businesses to federal policy failures, Chase brings a realist's lens to the most pressing challenges in cyber today. If you’re ready to look past buzzwords and dig into what actually works, this episode is for you.------MORE FROM DR. CHASE CUNNINGHAMhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-chase-cunningham/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinSentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linkedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #infosec #zerotrust #ai #aiethics #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue

Retired Lt. Gen. Mary O’Brien joins us to explore the future of national security, from modernizing combat medicine to the ethical boundaries of AI. With a career spanning cyber intelligence and joint command leadership, Mary shares insights on military transitions, critical infrastructure, and the importance of integrating technology across defense and civilian life. This episode dives deep into leadership, innovation, and the challenges facing the next era of warfare.------MORE FROM MARY O'BRIENhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/maryobrienarlingtonva/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinSentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linkedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#nationalsecurity #cyberintelligence #militaryleadership #combatmedicine #AIandethics#defenseInnovation #jointcommand #criticalinfrastructure #futureofwarfare#veteranvoices #techindefense #cyberthreats #cyberdefense #nationalsecurity #digitalbattlefield #modernwarfareinsights #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue

Lucian Niemeyer joins The Watchers to break down the hidden cyber threats embedded in our infrastructure, from water systems to smart homes. He discusses why operational technology (OT) attacks are the next frontier, how digital twins and AI can change the game, and why America’s energy grid—and national defense—must evolve fast. With experience spanning the DoD to nuclear advocacy, Lucian brings clarity, urgency, and hope to one of the biggest challenges of our time.------MORE FROM LUCIAN NIEMEYERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lucian-niemeyer-307aa65/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinSentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linkedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #CMMC #nationalsecurity #technology #cisa  #criticalinfrastructure #cyberresilience #nationaldefense #insiderthreats #cyberthreats #cyberdefense #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue

Bridget Bean, Executive Director & Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Director at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), joins us to talk about cyber threats, public-private partnerships, and the federal government's new "action-first" approach to securing critical infrastructure. She shares insights on supporting small businesses, strengthening federal networks, and preparing communities for nation-state cyberattacks. With a background spanning FEMA, SBA, and cybersecurity leadership, Bridget explains why trust, collaboration, and optimism are key to defending the homeland in an increasingly digital world.------MORE FROM BRIDGET BEANhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bridget-bean/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinSentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linkedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #CMMC #nationalsecurity #technology #cisa  #criticalinfrastructure #cyberresilience #nationaldefense #insiderthreats #cyberthreats #cyberdefense #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue

Sean Stalzer, CISO, Director of Cyber Security at Dominion Energy, joins The Watchers to discuss how cyber threats from China and Russia target America’s energy grid, and what the energy sector's thankless work force is doing to combat it. We explore vulnerabilities in solar infrastructure, the growing risk of insider threats, and how utilities are adapting to cyber war realities. Sean shares insights on mutual aid, resilience, and how cyber defense protects critical infrastructure. A must-listen for anyone concerned about the intersection of energy, security, and national defense.------MORE FROM SEAN STALZERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-stalzer2/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinSentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linkedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #CMMC #nationalsecurity #technology #energysecurity #criticalinfrastructure #cyberresilience #gridsecurity #nationaldefense #insiderthreats #cyberthreats #utilitysecurity #mutualaid #solarsecurity #cyberdefense #energygrid #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue #DominionEnergy

In this episode of The Watchers, host Andy Sauer sits down with Scott Edwards, CEO of Summit 7 Systems, to discuss the critical role cybersecurity plays in national security. From the challenges of securing the defense industrial base to the rise of AI as the next frontier in cyber warfare, Scott shares his journey, leadership lessons, and insights on navigating evolving threats. This must-watch episode explores innovation, risk, and the future of America’s cybersecurity landscape.------MORE FROM SCOTT EDWARDShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mscottedwards/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinSentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linkedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #CMMC #nationalsecurity #technology #leadership #podcasts #msp  #managedservices #managedsecurity #datasecurity #manageditservices

Kat Wang is a visionary at the forefront of cybersecurity and quantum innovation. With her background at Google and expertise in securing critical infrastructure, Kat dives into the challenges of supply chain threats, the role of AI in addressing workforce shortages, and the urgent need for public-private collaboration in the fight against cybercrime. Discover how quantum technology and bold strategies are shaping the future of data protection and national security.------MORE FROM KAT WANGhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-wang/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #technology #leadership #podcast #SandboxAQ #operationalsecurity #OT #quantum #ai #aisecurity #datasecurity #cryptography

Matt O’Neill is a former Managing Director of Cyber Operations for the U.S. Secret Service and one of its most decorated agents. With a 25-year career leading groundbreaking cybercrime investigations, founding the Global Investigative Operations Center, and seizing $2 billion in illicit proceeds, Matt brings unmatched expertise to the table, and continues to dedicate his life to combatting cybercrime and protecting national security interests. Now leading 5OH Consulting, he shares urgent perspectives on restoring trust in public institutions, combating social media disinformation, and addressing critical challenges in national security and cybersecurity policy. ------MORE FROM MATT O'NEILLhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-o%E2%80%99neill-5b1b4b172/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #secretservice #disinformation #cybercrime

Connie Uthoff is the Program Director of the Cybersecurity Strategy and Information Management Program at George Washington University and a frequent United States Cybersecurity Magazine contributor. Connie’s global journey in cybersecurity includes leading tabletop exercises, creating scenario-based courses, and focusing on emerging technologies, cyber intelligence, risk, and nation-state threats. We discuss geopolitics, cyberwarfare, AI, privacy, and the need for proactive leadership to navigate the challenges of the fourth industrial revolution.------MORE FROM CONNIE UTHOFFhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/connieuthoff/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #gwu #teaching

Ron Gula is a cybersecurity expert, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Tenable Network Security. Currently the President of Gula Tech Adventures, Ron has a wealth of experience, from his time as an NSA expert to his role as an investor 'adventurer' in cybersecurity companies. We dive into a wide range of topics, including AI, deepfakes, entrepreneurship, cybersecurity responsibility, and the Defense Industrial Base. Ron also shares the story of how he and his wife, Cyndi, launched three companies and reflect on the ever-evolving landscape of misinformation and social media.------MORE FROM RON GULAhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rongula/GULA TECH ADVENTUREShttps://www.gula.tech/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #tenable #entrepreneurship #ceo #investing #startup

Mark Montgomery is a retired Rear Admiral in the U.S. Navy and a renowned expert in national security, defense strategy, and cybersecurity, currently serving as Senior Director at the Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation (CCTI) at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD).  Mark brings unmatched insights into cybersecurity policy where we explore his leadership in the Cyberspace Solarium Commission and CSC 2.0, his advocacy for a dedicated U.S. Cyber Force, and the bipartisan direction needed for effective cyber policy. Mark shares perspectives on addressing cyber talent shortages, the importance of action-oriented leadership in industry and government, and the steps required to maintain U.S. leadership on the global stage.------MORE FROM MARK MONTGOMERYhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-montgomery-b8932810/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #cyberspace #csc #cyberspacesolarium #government #cyberforce

Joyce Hunter is the Executive Director of Mission Critical and a dedicated innovator and strategic leader with experience across administrations, nonprofits, and industry boards. Appointed by President Obama as Deputy CIO of the Department of Agriculture, Joyce led efforts to bridge the agri-supply chain knowledge gap, building awareness around risk mitigation and food supply, understanding world hunger and famine on a deeper level. We discuss her Data Science Camp Inc. STEAM, now celebrating its 10th year, and how her journey to leadership took turns she never thought it would. Her legacy of innovation, youth empowerment, and IT transformation is truly inspiring, with her family serving as the foundation of who she is today.------MORE FROM JOYCE HUNTERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joycehunter/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinTwitter: https://x.com/Watchers_PodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #agriculture #departmentofagriculture #foodsupply #supplychain #fema

Carley Salmon, a cybersecurity data leader at Microsoft Federal Defense and former U.S. Army National Guard Blackhawk pilot has played a large role in shaping the DIB assessment processes within DCMA's DIBCAC, after transitioning from military leadership to cybersecurity. She shares her mission-driven approach to cybersecurity policy widely in the DoD community, is passionate about protecting the warfighter, and can provide endless insights on CMMC’s impact on the DIB. Carley offers a fresh perspective on business ethics, societal pressures, and navigating life and professional development with a tenacity to both succeed and give back with undeniable purpose and determination.------MORE FROM CARLEY SALMONLinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/carley-s/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinTwitter: https://x.com/Watchers_PodInstagram:   / watcherspodcast  JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #datasecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa

Alison King, VP of Government Affairs at Forescout Technologies, is a national security policy trailblazer bridging industry goals with government action. With a decade in federal service and key roles shaping landmark legislation like the FY21 NDAA and CIRCIA, her impact is both strategic and tangible. A 2024 FDD National Security Fellow and Senior Fellow at Auburn University, Alison champions critical infrastructure defense and OT cybersecurity awareness—leading the charge for a safer, more secure future.------MORE FROM ALISON KINGhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alisoneking/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinTwitter: https://x.com/Watchers_PodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #VoltTyphoon #Cyberspace

Candice Frost, a military veteran with over 25 years of service, has built an exceptional career in Military Intelligence, including roles with the 82nd Airborne, 25th Infantry, and operations in Afghanistan, Iraq, and the Balkans. An Iowa native and West Point graduate, Candice’s groundbreaking work in a male-dominated field led her to command the Joint Intelligence Operations Center at Cyber Command, where she oversaw intelligence critical to protecting DoD networks and national infrastructure.Passionate about empowering women in combat and fostering forward-thinking leadership, Candice is also an adjunct professor at Georgetown University and a recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Bronze Star and Legion of Merit. Now, as the Director of Integrated DoD Accounts at Nightwing, she drives cyber and threat intelligence innovation across military branches.------MORE FROM CANDICE FROSTLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicefrost1776/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinTwitter: https://x.com/Watchers_PodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa

Diane Janosek is the CEO of JANOS and a true champion of the cyber industry. Evolving from her legal career, during which she served the Justice Department and Clinton White House, Diane has been blazing a trail of her own in the world of Cyber that includes a 12-year stint with the NSA. Her impact is immeasurable, serving as a mentor and role model to many, while uplifting several organizations that work to promote a more diverse, inclusive, and woman-friendly cyber industry.------MORE FROM DIANE JANOSEKLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-janosek-abc/Website: https://dianejanosek.com/--------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW THE WATCHERSWebsite: https://thewatchers.ioLinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedinTwitter: https://x.com/Watchers_PodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORDhttps://thewatchers.io/DiscordGET THE AUDIO PODCASTRSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feedEpisodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodesCONNECT WITH ANDYLinkedIn: https://sblu.us/AndyPRODUCED BYhttps://www.sentinelblue.comPRODUCTION TEAMhttps://www.brandready.com/--------------------------------------------------------------#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa