TechNet Cyber: Developing the Cyber Workforce to Secure the DODIN
JFHQ-DODIN Network Deputy Commander Brig. Gen. Heather Blackwell discusses her plan to recruit and develop a cyber workforce.
As the third largest network in the world behind the U.S. and China, Joint Force Headquarters – Department of Defense Information (DODIN) has many vulnerabilities it must secure. A key part of this mission is recruiting the talent to fill its numerous open cyber roles.
DODIN Network Deputy Commander Brig. Gen. Heather Blackwell said key to building strong cybersecurity is having an engaged and innovative workforce. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, Blackwell discussed how culture, the workforce and technology work together to secure DODIN.
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