Digital Innovation and the Next Frontier of Intelligence - with Jennifer Ewbank

Summary Jennifer Ewbank (LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss the integration of technology within intelligence. Jennifer recently retired from her role as Deputy Director of CIA for Digital Innovation.

What You’ll Learn Intelligence

The qualities and skills of great digital leadership

Risk management in intelligence

The roles, responsibilities, and emotional toll of the Chief of Station

The integration of technology across CIA operations

Reflections

Humility and lifelong learning

Leadership in dynamic arenas

And much, much more …

Quotes of the Week “Intelligence isn't about knowing exactly what's going to happen … It's about delivering a decision advantage to our policymakers. Decision advantage doesn't mean that I can tell you precisely what's going to happen and when. You never have perfect information, and you have to be able to move still. You can't be paralyzed by a desire to seek that last detail when, particularly in digital tech space, like the world is moving rapidly all around you.” – Jennifer Ewbank.

Resources SURFACE SKIM *SpyCasts*

The Future of OSINT and the Intelligence Community with Jason Barrett (2024)

Cybersecurity in The White House with Camille Stewart Gloster (2024)

Espionage and the Metaverse with Cathy Hackl (2023)

How Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Spy Game with Mike Susong (2023)

DEEPER DIVE Primary Sources

The IC OSINT Strategy (2024)

2024 Report on the Cybersecurity Posture of the United States (2024)

National Cybersecurity Strategy (2023)

Ethical Frameworks in Open Source Intelligence (2022)

*Wildcard Resource*

ChatGPT isn’t the only AI tool in our toolboxes anymore. In this episode, Jennifer mentioned Osiris, an AI tool that helps Agency staff analyze and sort mass amounts of information.

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