Michael Daniel serves as the President & CEO of the Cyber Threat Alliance (CTA), a not-for-profit membership association that enables cyber threat information sharing among cybersecurity organizations. Prior to CTA, Michael served as US Cybersecurity Coordinator from 2012 to 2017, leading US cybersecurity policy development both domestically and internationally, facilitating US government partnerships with the private sector, and coordinating significant incident response activities. From 1995 to 2012, Michael worked for the Office of Management and Budget, overseeing funding for the U.S. Intelligence Community. Michael also works with the private sector Ransomware Task Force, Aspen Cybersecurity Group, the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on Cybersecurity and the Partnership Against Cybercrime, and other organizations improving cybersecurity in the digital ecosystem. In his spare time, he enjoys running and martial arts.
This panel will reflect on the significant strides made in cybersecurity policy during the Biden Administration, from strengthening public-private partnerships to advancing federal cyber resilience and international cooperation. Experts will evaluate key successes, lessons learned, and remaining challenges, providing a comprehensive assessment of the current state of cybersecurity. Looking ahead, the discussion will turn to expectations for the next administration, exploring potential priorities, policy shifts, and the future of national and global cyber defense strategies. Join us for an insightful conversation on the trajectory of U.S. cybersecurity leadership.
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