Full Spectrum Cybersecurity at DHS Part 2

Episode xxx:  Full Spectrum Cybersecurity at DHS Part 2 Welcome to our “TUESDAY EDITION of HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum AI is already changing federal cybersecurity, but the most urgent question is not which model is smartest. It’s whether defenders can adopt AI fast enough to protect missions while adversaries use the same tech to evade detection, exploit vulnerabilities, and manipulate people at scale. In this two part episode, we unpack what’s holding government back, what “good” looks like in a modern SOC, and where industry partnerships can actually deliver measurable impact. Featuring: Christopher Cleary, Vice President, Global Cyber Practice, MANTECHThomas Dempsey, Deputy Executive Director, Cybersecurity Directorate, U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionDustin Goetz, Chief Information Officer, U.S. Immigration and Customs EnforcementRob Thorne, Deputy Chief Information Officer (Acting), U.S. Immigration and Customs EnforcementLuke McCormack, Former Chief Information Officer, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (moderator) This discussion took place June 10th, 2026, at HSDF’s Cyber SymposiumFollow  HSDF THE PODCAST and never miss latest insider talk on government technology, innovation, and security.  Visit the HSDF YouTube channel to view hours of insightful policy discussion.  For more information about the Homeland Security & Defense Forum (HSDF), visit hsdf.org.