Episode 0003 – Cyberwarfare: Welcome to the Fight

Imagine a cyberattack that doesn’t crash your systems or announce itself with red flashing alerts. Instead, it’s quiet—like a slow, invisible bleed. Hackers steal credentials, monitor networks, and compromise entire supply chains without anyone noticing until it’s too late. Now, imagine that these hackers aren’t just criminals working for profit, but state-sponsored operatives, executing cyberwarfare on behalf of foreign governments.

That’s exactly what’s happening. In this episode of Midweek Sitrep, host Jerry Fowler unpacks the DOJ’s explosive indictment of I-Soon, a Chinese hacking-for-hire firm that spent a decade infiltrating U.S. agencies, private companies, and pro-democracy activists—all while masquerading as a legitimate cybersecurity company.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• How foreign governments outsource cyberattacks to “private” firms for deniability
• Why businesses, universities, and individuals are now prime cyber warfare targets
• The real impact of U.S. indictments and sanctions—do they actually stop hackers?
• How China’s cyber operations extend beyond espionage into economic warfare
• Critical cybersecurity steps you must take today to protect your data, accounts, and company

This episode doesn’t just explain the threats—it gives you practical, actionable steps to protect yourself and your business. Whether you’re an executive, a cybersecurity professional, or just someone who wants to keep their personal data safe, these are steps you can implement right now.

As always, Jerry covers this week’s top national security stories you need to know.

If you work in national security, cybersecurity, compliance, AI, or business risk management, this episode is a must-listen.

Cyberwarfare isn’t coming—it’s already here. And whether you realize it or not, you’re in this fight.

Listen now and stay ahead of the threats.

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About the Host: Jerry Fowler

Jerry Fowler is an attorney and policy professional specializing in the intersection of business, law, and national security. He works with companies and their counsel to meet and exceed compliance obligations while navigating the complex national security regulatory landscape.

Jerry leads the CFIUS and National Security practice at a global risk consultancy where he applies his experience in export controls, sanctions, and U.S. national security regulatory regimes to advise clients on evaluating and mitigating global trade risk.

His experience spans over a decade across many capacities in state and federal government, including as a West Virginia Assistant Attorney General, federal attorney, and as a contract member of the U.S. Department of Defense’s CFIUS team. He also serves in the Army National Guard as a Judge Advocate (Army lawyer).

He received his Master of Laws degree in National Security and Cybersecurity Law from the George Washington University Law School and his Juris Doctor degree from the West Virginia University College of Law. He also obtained his Master of Business Administration degree at the University of Florida, Warrington College of Business and his Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Concord University. He holds an Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP) certification and is licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia and West Virginia.

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