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
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| 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. |
| 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!