Episode 111 examines the arguments against a United States Cyber Force. This episode is a two part series of Project Cyber that looks at the arguments for and against a Cyber Force.
Our guests share their backgrounds and the history of the U.S. Cyber Command. They express their skepticism towards forming a new cyber force, advocating instead for continued evolution within the current framework. They then argue that cyber operations should remain integrated with existing service structures and emphasize the critical role of cyber in national security, and public safety. Our guests conclude by discussing the evolving digital landscape while urging policymakers to comprehend the gravity of cyber threats and the need for a more agile and integrated approach.
Major General Retired John Davis is a Vice President Public Sector for Palo Alto Networks, where he is responsible for expanding cybersecurity initiatives and global policy for the international public sector and assisting governments around the world to successfully prevent cyber breaches. Prior to joining Palo Alto Networks, John served as the Senior Military Advisor for Cyber to the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy and served as the Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy. Prior to this assignment, he served in multiple leadership positions in special operations, cyber, and information operations. General Davis is also a plank holder and part of the original team who established the U.S. Cyber Command.
Mr. Rob Schrier is the Chief of Staff of the Asymmetric Operations Sector at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory. Mr. Schrier advises military cyber and Information Operations, Special Operations, Intelligence, Critical Infrastructure Protection and Global Health security, as well as how to operationalize research. He moved to the laboratory from the DoD Senior Executive Service after A 36 year career. His final DoD position was serving as the Deputy to the Commander, Cyber National Mission Force (CNMF), U.S. Cyber Command. Mr. Schrier was a plank holder and part of the team who established the U.S. Cyber Command and then served as the initial Deputy Director for Current Operations.
Matthew Moellering and Don Edwards are the hosts for Episode 111. Please reach out to them with any questions about this episode or the Irregular Warfare Podcast.
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