In this brand-new segment of the Do We Belong Here podcast, producer Sarina Gandy brings you "Soul of Cyber," where she sits down with influential figures in the cybersecurity world to uncover the essence of who they are beyond their professional achievements. Join Sarina at the 2024 WiCyS conference for an intimate conversation with Jen Easterly, the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Jen is a combat veteran with over two decades of service in intelligence and cyber operations, a dedicated mother, and an avid Rubik’s cube enthusiast. Her role in the cyber industry has been pivotal in creating transformative policies and fostering a more secure digital landscape. In this episode, Sarina and Jen dive into: * The impact of being the only woman at the start of her career on her leadership style, including the value of military discipline and the importance of creating effective, diverse teams * Discovering and living your Ikigai, the Japanese concept of "reason for being" * Human resilience and Jen’s personal journey of testing her limits and overcoming challenges * The necessity for leaders to build teams with psychological safety Tune in to gain unique insights into Jen Easterly's life, leadership, and the soul of cybersecurity!