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Hear from DHS, DOD, USAF, DOE, NSA, White House, and more
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear speakers from DHS, DOD, USAF, DOE, NSA, White House and join more than 100 savvy Federal cyber security experts at the first annual Cyber Security Brainstorm on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at the Newseum in Washington, D.C – register today. Cyber Security Brainstorm
Wednesday, July 24, 2013, 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
The Newseum in Washington D.C.
555 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, D.C. 20001 Discuss methodology, collaborate on challenges, and discuss what is needed for the future of cyber security. We will discuss trending topics on today's cyber security horizon, including: - Continuous Monitoring: What constitutes successful continuous monitoring? How do we go about sharing the information that is being monitored across agencies?
- Mobile Security: How can Federal agencies safely merge useful devices, while preventing loss of data and attacks? What are the benefits of managing the data vs. managing the device?
- Cyber Threats: How do we create a well-managed system to define the actual threat level of the attack? How are we arming our cyber arsenal as our approach turns more offensive?
Registration is complimentary for government; industry rates apply (click here to register). To view the full program, click here. MeriTalk proudly supports continuing education and is a sponsor on the National Registry of CPE sponsors. Attendees can earn a maximum of 3.5 CPE credits in computer science. For more information, visit http://www.meritalk.com/cybersecuritybrainstorm or contact Lisa Futterman at lfutterman@meritalk.com or (703) 883-9000 ext. 163.
Don't Overlook the Role of Storage in Cyber Strategy
Speedier networks and ever-increasing amounts of data have underscored the need for more storage – and for a better way to manage and analyze the cyber security data that agencies collect. 
As agencies move to faster networks such as 10 gigabits per second speeds and embrace mobile and cloud technology, it becomes a challenge to not only secure their networks, but also to collect the right cyber data, store it, analyze it, and use it to improve their risk posture, said Lee Vorthman, Cyber Practice Lead, NetApp U.S. Public Sector. "At the end of the day, it has to mean something to decision makers." For the full story, click here.
NIST Working on Cyber Security Framework
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is sifting through close to 250 public comments as it has began to craft a cyber security framework designed to help protect the nation's critical infrastructure. At the end of February, NIST released a request for information asking industry and other stakeholders for input on how they manage cyber security risk, what international standards they use, and what methods and technologies they have in place to protect their systems. The responses, which came from international companies, states, Federal agencies, and other organizations, have provided NIST with a starting point for developing the framework, said Adam Sedgewick, senior information technology advisor, NIST. Read the full story here.
John Jolly, GDAIS Cyber Systems, Discusses Threat Data Sharing Key to Cyber Security
Since its launch last year, the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Network Resilience Division has become a focal point for the government's continuous monitoring efforts. The Federal government should tackle information sharing as a top cyber security priority this year. 
That's the view of John Jolly, vice president and general manager of the cyber systems division of General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems. Jolly, whose division focuses on network defense and digital forensics among other areas, said he believes in getting the word out on threats. Coordinated attacks may span an entire industrial sector or multiple sectors, as was the case with the recent attacks on South Korea's broadcasting and banking industries. Organizations that keep each other informed stand a better chance of protecting themselves. View the full profile here.
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July 2013 Cyber Security Brainstorm
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The Newseum in Washington D.C.
555 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest Washington, D.C.
For more information and to register, click here. October 2013 CSX Quarterly Meeting October 16, 2013
8 - 10 a.m.
The City Club of Washington at Columbia Square
55513th Street, NW, Washington, D.C.
RSVP to Lisa Futterman, lfutterman@meritalk.com
Details to come. Cyber Security Confidence Awards Last Call for Nominations: Due May 10
The Cyber Security Confidence Awards Tomorrow is your last chance to help MeriTalk recognize cyber security leaders. Nominate a best practice Federal program or individual for the 2013 MeriTalk Cyber Security Confidence Awards. The 2013 MeriTalk Cyber Security Confidence Awards recognize excellence in government cyber security programs, leaders, and their accomplishments in the following categories: - Cyber Security Leader
- Cyber Security Innovator
- Cyber Security Best Practice/Implementation
Nomination forms and guidelines can be found on our website. Submit your nominations for a leader, innovator, or implementation by tomorrow, May 10, 2013 at 5 p.m. ET. The awards will be presented at the Cyber Security Brainstorm on July 24 at the luncheon ceremony. Please email submissions to Kaila Brosey at kbrosey@meritalk.com. Cyber Security News and Resources What's Happening with the Other Exchanges? |
