Cracks in the Network: Cybersecurity Fai...

The National Security Institute (NSI) and the Center for the National Interest (CFTNI) hosted an important discussion on cybersecurity challenges in telecom networks, with a particular focus on the SALT Typhoon threat actor and its broader implications for U.S. national security.

As cyber-enabled threats continue to evolve, state-sponsored actors like SALT Typhoon are increasingly targeting critical communications infrastructure, posing significant risks to both national defense and economic security. This timely conversation brought together industry leaders, and cybersecurity experts to examine how the United States can public-private collaboration to mitigate threats and build a more secure and resilient telecom ecosystem.

The event will begin with opening remarks from Congressman Jim Himes, Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, followed by a panel discussion with key voices from the cybersecurity and policy communities.

Keynote:

• Congressman Jim Himes (D-CT, 4), Ranking Member, House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence

Panelists:

• Edward G. Amoroso, Founder and CEO, TAG Infosphere
• Kelli Andrews, Senior Director for Cybersecurity and Lawful Access Policy, Microsoft
• Jamil Jaffer, Founder and Executive Director, NSI
• Rich Mason, President and Chief Security Officer, Critical Infrastructure, LLC

Moderator:

• Paul Saunders, President, Center for the National Interest

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