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OpK12 Virtual Session – April 17, 2025 @ 5pm EST
Join us on April 17, 2025 at 5:00 pm EST
Virtual CyberLaunch debrief: Exploring trends and takeaways from the 2025 Capture the Flag competition
Did you bring students to CyberLaunch and/or want to learn more? Join Cyber Florida and EC Council as we review the results and takeaways from CyberLaunch, the nation’s largest state-wide cybersecurity competition. Together, we will review general results/trends, examine individual scores, answer questions about the competition, and explore future teaching/learning opportunities for your classroom.
OpK12 Virtual Session – March 27, 2025 @ 5pm EST
Join us on March 27, 2025 at 5:00 pm EST for a virtual session just for cyber teachers.
Are you teaching high school cybersecurity in Florida next year? Join Cyber Florida and UTeach to explore instructional resources and an exciting scholarship available for summer professional development. Potential teacher scholarship includes: $500 stipend, professional development ($1,000 value), curriculum licenses ($950 value), on-demand support, and Codio platform accounts!
Pinellas County Tabletop Exercise
Registration is closed for this event. If you would like to participate in a future event, please reach out to us – https://cyberflorida.org/connect
April 10, 2025 cybersecurity tabletop exercise tailored for Pinellas County
Participants will engage in an exciting tabletop exercise hosted by the NUARI, offering hands-on experience in responding to cyber incidents. A free lunch will be provided, along with opportunities to network with cybersecurity experts and industry peers.
Don’t miss this chance to improve your cybersecurity posture and resilience!
Key Requirements & Resources for Cybersecurity Compliance
Florida Statute 282.3185 outlines important cybersecurity requirements for local governments. The table below highlights key focus areas and provides valuable resources to support compliance efforts.
| Florida Statue | Requirement | Resources |
|---|---|---|
| 282.3185(3)(a)1 | Develop a basic cybersecurity training curriculum for local government employees. All employees with access to the local network must complete training within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter. | Florida Digital Service Locals-Resource-Packet-2023v1.1.pdf
Cyber Florida’s FirstLine Flexible No-Cost Training Options |
| 282.3185(4) | Adopt cybersecurity standards consistent with best practices, such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. | Cyber Florida’s NIST CSF 2.0 Risk Assessment If your organization doesn’t have on-staff expertise, Cyber Florida will connect you with an expert who can help you complete the assessment. Attend a Cyber Florida virtual or in-person workshop. Email [email protected] for upcoming dates and times.Attend a Cyber Florida virtual or in-person workshop. |
| 282.3185(4)(d) | Notify the Florida Digital Service of your progress on cybersecurity standards. | Florida Digital Service Attestation Form |
These resources are designed to make meeting the requirements straightforward and achievable. Cyber Florida’s expertise and tools can help you identify opportunities, develop strong practices, and ensure your cybersecurity goals are aligned with our state’s cybersecurity goals.
If you have any questions or need further support, please don’t hesitate to contact Cyber Florida at https://cyberflorida.org/connect/ or email [email protected].
Thank you for your ongoing efforts to strengthen cybersecurity!
Cyber Workshop for Critical Infrastructure, March 14, 2025
Cybersecurity Workshop for Critical Infrastructure
We are at capacity! If you want information on future events, please complete the form below.
Our current event includes the following subject areas:
- Receive actionable recommendations for enhancing compliance with Florida Statute 282.318
- See an overview of Cyber Florida’s no-cost solutions and services to strengthen your organization’s cyber defenses.
- Engage in an exciting tabletop exercise hosted by the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium (NUARI), offering hands-on experience in responding to cyber incidents.
If you have requests beyond these areas, please let us know.
Virtual Cyber Workshop for Critical Infrastructure on Feb 18th
Cybersecurity Virtual Workshop for Critical Infrastructure
February 18th
Join us for a dynamic cybersecurity workshop tailored to Florida’s critical infrastructure sectors.
- Receive actionable recommendations for enhancing compliance with Florida Statute 282.318
- See an overview of Cyber Florida’s no-cost solutions and services to strengthen your organization’s cyber defenses.
- Engage in an exciting tabletop exercise hosted by the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium (NUARI), offering hands-on experience in responding to cyber incidents.
Don’t miss this chance to improve your cybersecurity posture and resilience!