Breaking Into AI Careers, Soft Skills, and Navigating New Tech Trends

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Timestamps:
00:00 "Mastering RMF & Cyber Skills"

03:19 Berkeley Political Data Analysis Journey

07:42 General AI vs Generative AI

10:05 Generative AI's Impact on Government

14:32 AI Testing Framework Initiated

17:22 AI Red Teaming for Security

20:57 AI Enhancing Human Efficiency

23:10 "Seven Steps for AI Adoption"

28:36 "AI vs Consultants: Strategic Advantage"

30:36 "GovBench: Faster AI for Government"

35:27 "AI Transparency Over Secrecy"

39:04 "Sharing AI Insights Clearly"

40:16 AI Opportunities in Government Modernization

Video Description:
In this episode of the Tech Woke Podcast, host Christopher Okpala sits down with Glenn Parham, one of the first generative AI tech leads at the Department of Defense, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the federal government. They dive into the rise of generative AI, its real-world impact on government operations, and what’s holding agencies back from full adoption. Glenn shares his journey from UC Berkeley to founding Pundit Analytics and explains how AI is reshaping everything from process automation to national security. This conversation breaks down the challenges of modernizing government technology, the truth behind ATO processes, and what federal employees and contractors can do to prepare for the next wave of AI-driven innovation. Whether you’re in GovTech, cybersecurity, or just curious about how AI is changing the public sector, this episode offers real insight, honest discussion, and a clear look at the future of technology in government.