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