Click Here Mic Drop: Kelly Shaw’s job got hacked – by DOGE
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Mar 21, 2025 Kelly Shaw, a former CISA cybersecurity expert with 15 years in national security, shares her shocking experience of being laid off during the agency's drastic downsizing. She discusses the implications of these layoffs for national security and the future of cybersecurity. Kelly also reflects on the emotional toll of job loss, the impact of AI on the industry, and the growing fears about vulnerabilities in cyber defense against threats, particularly from foreign adversaries. Her insights reveal both personal and national consequences of these crucial changes.
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CISA's Expanding Role
- CISA, created in 2018, expanded its role from defending government networks to assisting private companies and state governments.
- Kelly Shaw's program, Cyber Sentry, aimed to detect advanced persistent threats and insiders.
Seeking Stability
- Kelly Shaw, with 15 years in federal government, sought a promotion and joined CISA.
- She valued government service for its perceived stability and the opportunity to serve her country.
Qualifications and Vulnerability
- Kelly Shaw's qualifications, including multiple advanced degrees and certifications, made her a strong candidate for CISA.
- Her position, however, fell under a program with a three-year probationary period, making her vulnerable to layoffs.