S4E12: Resilient Cyber w/ Kristin Saling

In this episode, Chris Hughes and Dr. Nikki Robinson speak with Colonel Kristin Saling, U.S. Army's expert in human capital and workforce innovation. They discuss the future of talent management in the Army, the integration of AI and data analytics in workforce development, and the critical human elements behind cyber resiliency. Kristin shares insights on the importance of improving quality of life, addressing technical talent retention, and how the Army is evolving to meet the needs of the future workforce.

Key Highlights:

• The importance of human capital in addressing technical challenges in the Army

• AI's role in modernizing Army promotion and talent management processes

• Data analytics in workforce development and predictive forecasting

• Balancing quality of life and mission requirements to attract and retain talent

• How the Army's new vision for talent management, HRC 2030, aims to integrate more technical capability

• The psychological impact of continuous defense in cybersecurity roles and the need for better work-rest cycles

• Using low-code/no-code solutions to empower workforce automation and innovation

• The growing intersection of AI, automation, and HR practices in the Army