How CISA Supports Cybersecurity from Critical Infrastructure to Elections

Chris Cockburn, Cybersecurity Advisor at CISA, shares his insights on how CISA supports industrial cybersecurity from critical infrastructure to elections.

We explore the impact of state-sponsored cyber threats, the importance of securing emerging technologies like AI through the "Secure by Design" initiative, and the role of government-private sector partnerships in building a resilient cybersecurity posture.

He shares the free resources available to support industrial cybersecurity including Fusion Centers. Whether it's defending against sophisticated cyber attacks or ensuring the integrity of our election systems, this episode provides essential guidance for securing the future of critical infrastructure.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Introduction to AI security concerns in critical infrastructure
• 00:00:59 - Meet Chris Cockburn, cybersecurity expert from CISA
• 00:01:10 - Chris Cockburn’s journey from DoD to CISA
• 00:02:21 - Overview of global industrial cybersecurity challenges
• 00:03:35 - How CISA collaborates to strengthen cybersecurity
• 00:04:52 - Regional cybersecurity support for critical sectors
• 00:05:49 - Tackling resource challenges in cybersecurity
• 00:08:03 - Continuous efforts to secure election systems
• 00:09:26 - Navigating the complexities of IT/OT convergence
• 00:12:36 - Making the most of cybersecurity insurance
• 00:15:08 - Ensuring AI is secure by design
• 00:19:06 - CISA’s partnership with Idaho National Lab for cybersecurity training
• 00:20:48 - Key strategies for building cyber resilience
• 00:22:09 - Fusion Centers: Enhancing collaboration in cybersecurity
• 00:23:53 - Final thoughts on the future of cybersecurity

Links And Resources:

• Chris Cockburn on LinkedIn
• CISA Cybersecurity Resources and Tools
• Dino Busalachi on LinkedIn

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