If you must present a case to your supervisor, use this document as a starting point. Emphasize the immediate and long-term benefits of attending the Sunshine Cyber Conference for your team and organization. Investing in professional development today will help safeguard your organization tomorrow!
In this episode of chat:CYBR, hosts James Jacobs and Jordan Deiuliis are joined by Brian Langley from Cyber Florida to discuss the Critical Infrastructure Protection Program. They explore the importance of critical infrastructure, the findings from a comprehensive risk assessment, and the challenges faced by sectors in cybersecurity.
Cybersecurity has become a critical priority for organizations across public and private sectors. Recognizing this need, Cyber Florida has developed the Florida Cyber Risk Assessment (FCRA), a no-cost, confidential cybersecurity risk assessment aligned with NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0. The FCRA is designed to assist critical infrastructure (CI) organizations in identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks, complying with best practices outlined in the Florida Cyber Act (Statute 282.318), and building resilience against cyber threats.
The FCRA is a Florida-specific adaptation of the Cyber Security Evaluation Tool (CSET®) developed by Idaho National Lab. It incorporates 106 NIST CSF questions and 48 Ransomware Readiness Assessment (RRA) questions, providing a structured approach for organizations to strengthen their cybersecurity frameworks. Participants can generate customized reports to enhance their cyber defense strategies and align with legal and regulatory requirements.
Recent FCRA assessments have revealed significant cybersecurity gaps within Florida’s CI sectors:
To address these challenges, Cyber Florida has implemented or is developing several tools and initiatives:
Cyber Florida continues to innovate and expand its efforts to enhance cybersecurity across the state. Notable initiatives include:
With its comprehensive approach and cutting-edge tools, the Florida Cyber Risk Assessment is paving the way for a stronger cybersecurity posture across Florida’s critical infrastructure sectors. Organizations adopting the FCRA’s recommendations and utilizing its resources will be better equipped to protect themselves against evolving cyber threats and ensure compliance with industry standards and legal mandates.
Cyber Florida remains committed to fostering a secure, resilient, and innovative cyber environment for Florida. For more information or to participate in the FCRA, visit https://cyberflorida.org/cip/ today.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has created a sharp evolution, if not a revolution, in modern conflict and wartime strategy. Emerging technologies and innovative strategies such as drone employment, information operations, social media, and battlefield medical treatment have featured prominently and will impact how combatants around the world approach future conflict. How can we expect these lessons to be applied, and how should U.S. national policy address these changes?
In cooperation with the USF College of Arts and Sciences, the Institute for Russians, European, and Eurasian Studies and the United States Central Command, GNSI Tampa Summit 5 will bring together the country’s boldest scholars, subject matter experts, and policymakers to probe deeply into those questions and many more.
General (Ret) Frank Mckenzie
Executive Director, GNSI, University of South Florida and former commander of U.S. Central Command
John Kirby
White House National Security Communications Advisor
Olga Chiriac, PhD
Project Europe Director, Irregular Warfare Initiative
Ambassador (Ret) Bill Taylor
Vice President, Europe and Russia, USIP and former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine
David Kramer
Executive Director, George W. Bush Institute
Peter Pomerantsev
Senior Fellow, SNF Agora Institute, Johns Hopkins University
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In this episode of chat:CYBR, hosts James Jacobs and Jordan Deiuliis welcome Ernie Ferraresso, the Director of Cyber Florida, to discuss the organization’s achievements over the past year and plans for the future. They delve into the impact of Cyber Florida’s programs, including the Sunshine Cyber Conference and Cyber Launch events, and highlight the importance of the cybersecurity education and workforce development initiatives that Cyber Florida is engaged in.
In this episode of chat:CYBR, host James Jacobs and co-host Jordan Deiuliis engage with Frank Cilluffo, director of Auburn University’s McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security. They discuss the Cyberspace Solarium Commission’s role in shaping U.S. cybersecurity policy, the recent report ‘Securing America’s Digital Future,’ and the importance of viewing cybersecurity as integral to economic competitiveness.
