Ep.139 Building a Secure Future: Building North Carolina's Cybersecurity Talent Pipeline with Jim Weaver, Secretary for Information Technology / State CIO at the State of North Carolina & Rob Main, State Chief Risk Officer, State of North C
Featuring Jim Weaver, Secretary for Information Technology / State CIO at the State of North Carolina & Rob Main, State Chief Risk Officer, State of North Carolina
🎙 Show Notes
In today's engaging episode of The Public Sector Show by TechTables, we're joined by North Carolina's cybersecurity duo, Rob Main and Jim Weaver, to dive into the state's innovative Cyber Pathways approach and the CyberStart in America program, which is reshaping the future of cybersecurity talent development.
We explore how Executive Order 254 is forging impactful public-private partnerships to tackle over 21,000 job vacancies and why boosting cybersecurity in North Carolina hinges on inclusivity and community engagement.
Tune in to uncover the crucial role of the Joint Cybersecurity Task Force in fortifying the state's defenses and the unique contributions of both high school and college students to the evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Timestamps
00:27 - The Cyber Pathways program offers internships and apprenticeship opportunities to North Carolinians, including high school students and transitioning military members.
02:02 - Building relationships and partnerships is crucial for achieving success in cybersecurity.
04:19 - The program aims to bridge the gap between high school and college students to provide a more inclusive experience.
06:07 - It's important to have long-term, recurring funding to ensure the stability and continuity of cybersecurity efforts.
06:30 - SentinelOne's commitment to North Carolina's cybersecurity
07:52 - Sustainability in cybersecurity programs is essential, and relying on one-time funding sources is not recommended.
13:40 - Jim Weaver explains the impact of the CyberStart in America program on students
18:05 - Tapping into high school and college talent for cybersecurity workforce development
21:50 - Challenges of ensuring secure data exchange and overcoming stakeholder perspectives
26:18 - Insights into nurturing talent and enhancing cybersecurity outreach across the state
30:33 - Cybersecurity workforce gaps and the role of apprenticeships and internships
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