From federal data breaches to foreign governments phishing political campaigns to malware shutting down city services, our nation is under attack. You can help – starting right in your own community. We are using the election process as an example of how you can get involved in the policy of cybersecurity. The 2016 elections and last year’s DEF CON Voting Village showcased vulnerabilities in voting systems. Local and state officials are working to build a more resilient electoral process, but their capacity is limited. We need government leaders and civic-minded infosec professionals alike to start building bridges and combine their knowledge and talents. Join a conversation with policymakers to explore how they should be looking in their own communities to find individuals with security research or systems administration skills who are interested in acting as technical volunteers for Election Day and beyond