Everyone’s Job: Why Cybersecurity Must Be a Core Competency in Every Field

As cyber threats expand and funding tightens, the gap between cybersecurity professionals and the broader workforce has never been more dangerous. This session explores the concept of cyber bilingual fluency — the ability for professionals in every field to understand and apply cybersecurity principles in their daily work. From accountants safeguarding financial systems to healthcare workers protecting patient data and public officials managing digital infrastructure, every role now intersects with cyber risk.