In this episode of the Safe House Initiative, host Jeff Edwards welcomes Craig Bowman, Vice President at Trellix and the visionary founder of The Redwood Project. Their conversation dives deep into the urgent need for a federal cyber enterprise that seamlessly integrates public and private sector efforts to fortify national cybersecurity.Craig shares his unique journey, from his early days in business and computers to pivotal roles within the Department of Defense, Adobe, Verizon, VMware, and now Trellix. His extensive background in both offensive and defensive cyber operations has shaped his profound understanding of the industry's collaborative needs.Discover the origin story of The Redwood Project, born from the recognized gap in government-private sector cyber collaboration, particularly post-Snowden. Craig unveils the project's five key workstreams, designed to bridge this divide: expanding the Special Government Employee Program, creating proactive disruption strategies, fostering voluntary partnerships through "Operation Dynamo," introducing vital legal protections, and bolstering cybersecurity for smaller companies.The discussion also explores navigating legislative challenges, the current administration's approach to deregulation and AI in cybersecurity, and the critical role of Information Sharing and Analysis Centers (ISACs). Craig emphasizes empowering small and medium businesses, advocating for democratized access to cybersecurity resources through grants and incentives.This episode offers invaluable insights into creating a more resilient cybersecurity landscape for the United States, highlighting the power of collaboration and strategic foresight.Key Takeaways:🔹 The essential role of a unified federal cyber enterprise.🔹 Challenges and strategies for enhancing public-private cybersecurity collaboration.🔹 The Redwood Project's five key initiatives for national cyber security.🔹 The impact of legislative changes and the current administration's focus on AI.🔹 How to empower small and medium businesses in national security efforts.Tune in now to understand how leaders like Craig Bowman are shaping the future of cybersecurity collaboration and protecting our digital infrastructure!Don't forget to like, subscribe, and follow the Safe House Initiative for more critical discussions on national security and cyber defense!#SafeHouseInitiative #Cybersecurity #NationalSecurity #RedwoodProject #CraigBowman #Trellix #PublicPrivatePartnership #CyberDefense #CyberThreats #Podcast #JeffEdwards