Cybersecurity and the City: A Conversation with Kelly Moan, the Chief Information Security Officer for the City of New York

In this episode of Schneps Connects, Kelly Moan, the Chief Information Security Officer for the City of New York and head of NYC Cyber Command discusses her role in keeping NYC safe. This episode of Schneps Connects was recorded during Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which is observed annually in October. With a career rooted in mission driven cybersecurity and public service, Kelly leads efforts to protect New York City from a relentless wave of cyber threats, setting security standards across 100+ municipal agencies, and ensuring digital safety for residents. Kelly discusses her path into cybersecurity, her previous leadership at the NYPD, and insights on topics like the Joint Security Operations Center, the NYC Secure app, and initiatives like the Cyber Academy that empower the next generation of cyber professionals.