Ethan Cook

Ethan Cook, N2K CyberWire's lead analyst and author specializing in law and cyber policy, opens up a crucial dialogue about governments' aggressive shift towards offensive cyber operations. He contrasts defensive measures with proactive disruptions, examining recent U.S. strategies under the Trump administration. The conversation highlights the role of AI in this transition, the challenges of establishing international cyber norms, and the ambiguity of deterrence in this evolving landscape. Ethan also explores the implications of these tactics on infrastructure resilience.

Ethan Cook, an analyst at N2K, delves into pressing cybersecurity issues. He discusses the recent leak of API keys by a DOGE employee and the alarming rise in malware linked to North Korean hackers. The conversation shifts toward the launch of MITRE's new framework aimed at securing digital financial systems amid looming budget cuts. Cook shares insights on the cybersecurity workforce gap and reflects on inspiring stories, including a hacker who turned hero, emphasizing collaboration and accountability in the industry.

Ethan Cook, writer and researcher at N2K who helped produce the season, reflects on the cyber talent ecosystem. He shares an outsider’s take on fear vs opportunity in hiring. They debate hands-on training, skills-based hiring, career pathways, diversity, and proposals like state SOCs and regional professional bodies.