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.
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