This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission.

In this episode, host Jethro Jones interviews Kevin McMahan, the Assistant Secretary of State for Washington. They discuss the Washington State elections process, measures in place to ensure election security, and the role of information security in state operations.

00:58 Role and Responsibilities
02:10 Ensuring Election Security
03:56 Logical and Accuracy Testing
01:17 Civic Engagement
07:35 Managing Information Security
10:28 Challenges and Solutions

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