HSDF THE PODCAST

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.  In this episode, the we discuss how cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing public safety and emergency response. The panel addresses the pressing challenges of balancing better, faster, and cheaper solutions while integr...

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.  In this episode, we discuss the intricate dynamics between leveraging AI, safeguarding personal data, and the proactive measures organizations like FEMA and CISA are implementing. Featuring: Bob Costello, Chief Information Offi...

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.  In this episode, our panel discusses an evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, we tackle the pressing challenges of hiring and retaining a skilled cyber workforce in the government sector. Featuring: Bob Costello, Chief I...

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.  In this second of a 2-part series, our panel of cybersecurity experts shared their thoughts on applying Artificial Intelligence algorithms for security orchestration and response, the threats posed by adversarial AI and how to...

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.  In this first of a 2-part series, our panel of cybersecurity experts shared their thoughts on applying Artificial Intelligence algorithms for security orchestration and response, the threats posed by adversarial AI and how to d...

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.  In this first of a two-part series, an expert panel with representatives from DHS, FBI, the White House and industry discussed the latest developments around Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA), in...

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.  In this first of a two-part series, an expert panel with representatives from DHS, FBI, the White House and industry discussed the latest developments around Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA), in...

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.  In this first of a two-part series, our panel considers the importance of resilience among critical infrastructure owners and operators through effective regulation and strategic use of data. We discuss the pivotal role of CISA...

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. In this second of a two-part series, an expert panel with representatives from DHS, FBI, the White House and industry discussed the latest developments around Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA), in...

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.  In this first of a 2-part series, our panel discusses the responsible use of AI technologies, AI assurance, and the potential for malicious actors to exploit AI tools.  The speakers highlight the collaboration between different...

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.  In this second of a 2-part series, the panel discusses the use of AI and machine learning in aiding investigations conducted by a law enforcement agency. The discussion highlights the crucial role of AI in enhancing investigati...

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.  In this first of a 2-part series, our panel focuses on the use of AI in acquisitions and the challenges and innovations associated with it.  The discussion touches on the responsibility of industry partners to provide transpare...

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.  In this second of a 2-part series, the discussion continues with the potential of AI in improving acquisition and procurement processes within the government. It highlights the use of AI in planning acquisition programs, conduc...

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.  In this first of a two-part series, Beth Cappello, Former Deputy Chief Information Officer, Department of Homeland Security, reflects on her thirty-year career in public service. Featuring:  Beth Cappello, Former Deputy Chief I...

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.  In this second of a two-part series, Beth Cappello reflects on her career, acknowledging past shortcomings in managing peer relationships while highlighting their success in developing close relationships with subordinates and...

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.  Patty Cogswell, Former Deputy Administrator, Transportation Security Administration, provides valuable perspectives on navigating career transitions and development.  Featuring:  Patty Cogswell, Former Deputy Administrator, Tra...

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.  In this first of a two-part series, hear how leading DHS technologists discuss their agency’s modernization journey; acceleration of data analytics/AI capabilities for mission outcomes; and remaining challenges around budget, a...

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.  In this second of a two-part series, leading DHS technologists continue their discussion on their agency’s modernization journey; acceleration of data analytics/AI capabilities for mission outcomes; and remaining challenges aro...

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.  In this first of a two part series, hear how DHS is embracing the cloud, the strategies they're employing to migrate systems, and their forward-looking plans for edge computing. Featuring: Craig Basham, Deputy Executive Di...

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.  In this second of a two-part series, hear how agencies like the TSA and CBP remain resilient while maintaining impeccable service continuity right where the action happens—at the tactical edge. Featuring: Craig Basham, Deputy E...

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.  In this second of a 3 part series, Eric Hysen, Chief Information Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, and Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary for Science & Technology at DHS, explore new roles and responsibiliti...

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.  In this third of a 3 part series, Eric Hysen, Chief Information Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, and Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary for Science & Technology at DHS, explore new roles and responsibilitie...

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.   In this first of a two part series, Patrick Walsh, Chief of Contracting Office at Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Nick Martinelli, Director of the Information Technology Contracting Division at Customs and Border Protecti...

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.  In this second of a two part series, Patrick Walsh, Chief of Contracting Office at Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Nick Martinelli, Director of the Information Technology Contracting Division at Customs and Border Protecti...

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.   In this first of a 3 part series, Eric Hysen, DHS CIO, and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, and Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary for S&T at DHS, explore new roles and responsibilities emerging in AI. Hear how DHS is...