Michael Farnum: From Tank to Cybersecurity Community Builder
Michael Farnum
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What does a tank crew, a water treatment plant, and an AI-powered analyst have in common? They're all only as strong as the humans accountable for them — and Michael Farnum has spent 30 years proving that community is what holds all three together.
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• Why the military instilled…
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Michael Farnum of Cybersec Community joins Robin Ayoub to discuss building trust in cybersecurity, workforce gaps, and why radical transparency matters.
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