Welcome to another engaging episode of the "To the Point Cybersecurity" podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher delve into the intersection of sports and cybersecurity with a fascinating guest, Steve Kain, an adversary emulation manager with the Maryland Department of IT. With a background spanning both offensive and defensive security roles across the media industry, government entities like the DOD, and even sports organizations including the Baltimore Ravens, Steve brings a unique perspective to the table.

This episode explores the cybersecurity challenges faced by high-profile sports teams, the rise of online impersonation, and the value of adversary emulation in proactively defending against threats. Listen in as Steve shares insights from his diverse career path, offering valuable advice for those looking to enter the cybersecurity industry and highlighting the importance of mentorship and continuous learning in today's dynamic cyber landscape. Don't miss out on the expertise and compelling stories that Steve brings to the podcast in this must-hear episode.

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In this episode of the To the Point cybersecurity podcast, hosts Jonathan Knepher and Rachael Lyon dive into the complex world of IT and OT network integration with Richard Robinson, CEO of Cynalytica. Richard shares his expertise on the critical differences between IT and OT networks, highlighting their unique security priorities and life cycles. He provides insights into the challenges organizations face when merging these historically siloed domains, offering strategies to bridge the gaps in culture, communication, and risk tolerance. The conversation explores the rising threats of ransomware, the importance of holistic monitoring, and the use of innovative technologies to protect critical infrastructure. Tune in as Richard discusses the significance of realistic cyber exercises, the evolution of cyber threats, and his remarkable journey through the cybersecurity industry, from his early days in San Francisco to leading innovations at Cynalytica. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone interested in enhancing cybersecurity in the digital age.

For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e319

Trish Cagliostro, Head of Business Development for security - Worldwide Public Sector for Security Services at Amazon Web Services (AWS) explains Cloud security, how Threat Intelligence factors in and her Cloud wish for the future. For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e318

Dive into the world of cryptocurrency with this week’s guest Jeff Roberts, executive editor at Decrypt and author of the book “Kings of Crypto: One Start-Up’s Quest to Take Cryptocurrency Out of Silicon Valley and On To Wall Street”. For those that are wondering, Jeff shares that cryptocurrency today is definitely mainstream and while it is still a speculative investment - with big banks getting into the game it may not stay that way for long. (HINT: in the next 10 years, we just may have an FDIC version for cryptocurrency!) He also shares how cryptocurrency such as bitcoin is serving as a nefarious and anonymous currency scapegoat for endeavors such as Silk Road and ransomware, however there are many fantastic applications it can also be used for and countries such as the US/Silicon Valley, South Korea, Switzerland and even China are helping to drive this forward. (Did you know bitcoin is legal tender in El Salvador today?!) And for those interested in his follow-up book, it just may be about currency wars. Stay tuned for more. Learn more about “Kings of Crypto”

For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e318

This week Leonard Bailey, Head of Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section’s (CCIPS) Cybersecurity Unit for the Department of Justice (DOJ), Criminal Division, joins us this week. We dive into the role of the DOJ in addressing the vast and ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity. Bailey shares insights on partnering with federal agencies as well as the private sector, navigating information sharing pathways, evolution of incident and cyber threat reporting procedures, and the recent release of the Harmonization of Cyber Incident Reporting to the Federal Government. He also helps debunk information sharing myths and spotlights available tools and benefits of cyber threat information disclosure.

Leonard Bailey

The Head of Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section’s (CCIPS) Cybersecurity Unit and Special Counsel for National Security in the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Criminal Division. He has prosecuted computer crime cases and routinely advised on cybersecurity, searching and seizing electronic evidence, and conducting electronic surveillance. He has managed DOJ cyber-policy as Senior Counselor to the Assistant Attorney General for the National Security Division and then as an Associate Deputy Attorney General. He has also served as Special Counsel and Special Investigative Counsel for DOJ’s Inspector General. Bailey is a graduate of Yale University and Yale Law School. He has taught law courses at Georgetown Law School and Columbus School of Law in Washington, DC.

For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e317

This week joining the podcast is Anton (Tony) Dahbura, executive director of the Johns Hopkins University Information Security Institute and co-director of the Johns Hopkins Institute of Assured Autonomy. We deep dive into the realm of AI/ML technology and the exponential applications for it across every aspect of our lives. And the criticality of building trust, implications of bias, the realities of planning for “edge cases” that just can’t be planned for, and the growing sophistication and personalization of AI-leveraged attacks. He also shares details on the most awesome CyberCorps: Scholarship for Service program. Learn more here: https://isi.jhu.edu/scholarship-service-program/

Executive Director of Johns Hopkins - Information Security Institute and Co-Director of the Johns Hopkins Institute for Assured Autonomy

Anton (Tony) Dahbura is the executive director of the Johns Hopkins University Information Security Institute, co-director of the Johns Hopkins Institute of Assured Autonomy, and an associate research scientist in computer science. His research focuses on security, fault-tolerant computing, distributed systems, and testing.

He received his BSEE, MSEE, and PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the Johns Hopkins University in 1981, 1982, and 1984, respectively.

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We’re back with part-two of our discussion with Jill Aitoro, SVP for Content Strategy at CyberRisk Alliance where we pick the conversation up on privacy today and efforts by big tech and government to protect sensitive information. We also dive into the slippery slope of consumer apps and health information used for convenience and, for some, entertainment and the realization of how that information could be shared and used by third parties in the coming decades. (And the check boxes you might mindlessly click today could come back to haunt you.)

Jill Aitoro, senior vice president of content strategy for CyberRisk Alliance
She has more than 20 years of experience editing and reporting on technology, business and policy. Prior to joining CRA, she worked at Sightline Media as editor of Defense News and executive editor of the Business-to-Government Group. She previously worked at Washington Business Journal and Nextgov, covering federal technology, contracting and policy, as well as CMP Media’s VARBusiness and CRN and Penton Media’s iSeries News.

For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e315

Jill Aitoro, SVP for Content Strategy at CyberRisk Alliance joins the podcast this week for a hot topics discussion across recent developments in the ongoing cyber war involving Ukraine, Russia and a supporting cast of many public and private entities including NATO, Microsoft, Lithuania and others. We also dive into recent exploits by China with social media microtargeting campaigns against rare earth mining companies and where their ‘playing the long game’ implications could lead.

Jill Aitoro, senior vice president of content strategy for CyberRisk Alliance
She has more than 20 years of experience editing and reporting on technology, business and policy. Prior to joining CRA, she worked at Sightline Media as editor of Defense News and executive editor of the Business-to-Government Group. She previously worked at Washington Business Journal and Nextgov, covering federal technology, contracting and policy, as well as CMP Media’s VARBusiness and CRN and Penton Media’s iSeries News.

For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e314