With Cybersecurity Awareness Month just around the corner, this episode features Randy Pestana, the Associate Director of Cybersecurity Policy at the Jack D. Gordon Institute. Randy's perspectives stem from his most recent publication in America's Quarterly, where he delves into the prevailing cyber landscape in Latin America and examines how the U.S. can offer vital support. Additionally, we explore several initiatives that Randy currently spearheads, all aimed at expanding cyber education throughout the region. One of these initiatives, the Veteran and First Responder Training Initiative, holds a special place in his heart. Join us for an engaging and insightful conversation on the ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity and its ongoing impact.

Randy Pestana is the Associate Director for Cybersecurity Policy at the Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy and the Director of Education and Training at Cybersecurity@FIU. He manages cybersecurity partnerships with U.S. government departments, industry partners, and the Organization of American States. Randy specializes in International Relations, U.S. foreign policy, security studies, and cybersecurity. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at FIU and has military training experience. Randy holds an M.A. in Latin American and Caribbean Studies and an Executive Certificate in Cybersecurity from Harvard University.