When Hackers Meet Policymakers | Beau Woods

Cybersecurity policy can stall when technical experts and lawmakers speak different languages. Beau Woods, CEO and founder of Stratigos Security joins Lindsey O’Donnell-Welch to explain how Hackers on the Hill brings cybersecurity researchers and policymakers together to build understanding and move ideas forward.

Timestamps

0:05 Introduction to Beau Woods

1:46 The Origins of Hackers on the Hill

5:48 Bridging Cybersecurity Research and Policy

9:43 Misconceptions in Cybersecurity Legislation

13:47 Growing Technical Literacy in Government

19:46 Applying Security Across Critical Sectors

25:47 Mock Hearings and Policy Conversations

28:36 Cyber Policy Shark Tank

31:58 AI, Cybersecurity, and Public Policy

36:57 Societal Goals Over Technology

37:33 Closing Thoughts