No Password Required Podcast Episode 49 — Tamiko Fletcher LIVE from Sunshine Cyber Con

Summary

In this episode of the No Password Required podcast, host Jack Clabby and co-host Kayley Melton interview Tamiko Fletcher, the CISO at Kennedy Space Center. Tamiko shares her journey from a small town in South Carolina to working at NASA and discusses her role as a CISO. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship, outreach, and diversity in the cybersecurity field. Tamiko also talks about the unique challenges of cybersecurity at NASA, such as patching during launches and balancing innovation with security. 

She emphasizes the need to know and learn about individuals' strengths, interests, and motivations in order to effectively place them on teams and utilize their skills. Tamiko also shares her experiences working at NASA and the changes she has witnessed over the years, including the evolution of IT and the increasing diversity at the Kennedy Space Center. She highlights the excitement and pride she feels when witnessing a launch and the impact of NASA's work on the world.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome to the Podcast

08:00 Education and Career Trajectory

25:48 Challenges and Innovations in Cybersecurity at NASA

34:4 8Building a Team and Emphasizing Diversity

41:30 The Diversity of the Cyber Team at NASA

54:25 Instilling Values in Teams to Change the Work Environment