The FBI Citizen's Academy: Outreach Experience
Beck (blither)
BSides NYC 2023 (0x04) · Day 1 · Talk - Other
In "The FBI Citizen's Academy: Outreach Experience," Beck (blither), a seasoned CISO, offers a unique and deeply personal account of her participation in the FBI Citizen's Academy. This talk transcends typical technical conference presentations by delving into the rarely seen intersection of the cybersecurity community and federal law enforcement. Beck shares her journey through the 12-week program, which aims to foster greater understanding and collaboration between the FBI and the public it serves. Far from a dry recruitment pitch, the academy exposes participants to the diverse operations, challenges, and human element behind the federal agency, often shattering preconceived notions.
AI review
A personal narrative about attending an FBI community outreach program — not a security talk, not a policy talk, not a threat briefing. It's a warm travelogue that belongs on a LinkedIn post, not a conference slot. There's no actionable intelligence, no insider signal, no framework a defender or decision-maker can use the next morning.