What does it take to build the next generation of cybersecurity defenders? According to Jessica Gulick, it starts with a game. As the Founder and Commissioner of the U.S. Cyber Games and CEO of Katzcy PlayCyber, Jessica has spent years proving that hands-on competition, cognitive performance, and teamwork are just as important as technical skills when it comes to developing real cyber talent.

In this episode, we explore how cyber games are opening doors for young people across the country and around the world — making cybersecurity education more accessible, more exciting, and more effective than ever before. Whether you're a student, a parent, or someone who's never thought about a career in cyber, this conversation will change how you see the field.

Topics discussed: cyber games, cyber workforce, access to cybersecurity education, preparation for cyber jobs, cyber competition

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