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The (In)Security Blog
Hello there! I write about mental health, psychology, and communications in the security field.
Whether it's an expert interview or perspectives from my own career, I aim to take a multidisciplinary approach to everything I explore.
About me: I'm a dual American-Israeli citizen who served in the Israeli military and currently works in the U.S. defense sector in the Washington, D.C. area.
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Jessica Lauren Walton
- Apr 24
- 1 min
The Mental Health Reality Behind the Badge
A senior police officer talks about personal challenges following a shooting incident and the mental health revolution among the forces.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Mar 14
- 13 min
Confronting the Stigma of Mental Illness
Instead of inviting harsh stigma, discussions around mental health in the security field should be a given.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Feb 27
- 12 min
Make Yourself Hack-Proof: Tips From a CIA Agent
Hacking attempts can occur face-to-face, when you’re least expecting them. A former CIA agent explains how to protect yourself.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Feb 23
- 7 min
Kill Your Clone & Other Unconventional Career Advice
Challenging situations are ultimately an opportunity to rise to the challenge.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Jan 25
- 11 min
The Soldier Who Spoke Out
Breaking the stigma around mental health in the military will require leadership speaking out and setting the right example.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Jan 16
- 6 min
A Message for Gen Z on Dealing With Uncertainty
Chaos is a natural part of life. We owe it to ourselves to create a game plan for managing it properly.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Jan 9
- 11 min
A Soldier-Turned-Therapist Stops PTSD in Its Tracks
As a security community, we must learn how to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to treating PTSD.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Dec 13, 2022
- 12 min
The Refugees Among Us Are Just Like Us
Security professionals across the spectrum can benefit from understanding how conflict affects civilians on the ground.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Dec 5, 2022
- 6 min
3 Quirky PR Ideas to Help Military Recruitment
Be entertaining, be inspiring, be real. There is already an inspiring treasure trove of stories in our military; leverage them right.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Nov 28, 2022
- 6 min
Some Careers Take the Road Less Traveled
Some of us are straight shooters from college to career to retirement, while others struggle to find our place.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Nov 14, 2022
- 7 min
Views on Warrior Culture & Veteran Mental Health
A seasoned military professional's perspective on why veterans may avoid seeking counseling.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Oct 25, 2022
- 5 min
Overcoming the Curse of Knowledge in Cybersecurity
Confusion leads to alienation, but connection leads to comprehension. With the right story, we can get the message across.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Oct 18, 2022
- 6 min
The Lies We Tell Ourselves: A Soldier With PTSD
The lie of required perfection plagues many security professionals. For some, it will break them.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Oct 13, 2022
- 5 min
A Holiday Message: The Stories That Live Forever
How can we craft a message that we will continue to communicate after we have left this world?
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Oct 3, 2022
- 3 min
The Ultimate Communications Primer for the Defense Industry
Communications is the grease that keeps the wheels turning in the defense industry.
Jessica Lauren Walton
- Sep 19, 2022
- 8 min
A Syrian Journalist’s Perspective of Policymaking in the Middle East
When it comes to issues of national security, the stories we tell the world matter. Meet Syrian-born American journalist Hayvi Bouzo.
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