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Our increasingly digital society is quite fragile... "A study published by the Department of Homeland Security in 2017 estimated that 97% of all intercontinental electronic communications took place using undersea fiber optic cables, which are routed beneath the world’s oceans." We need to make security and resilience a top priority, especially for #criticalinfrastructure, or there will eventually be a catastrophe as attacks like this ramp up in frequency and impact. “Cybersecurity is national security” - NSA Director General Paul Nakasone #cyberwar #cybercrime #cybersecurity #infosec https://lnkd.in/e4GS9jzJ

MITRE has identified critical infrastructure as the U.S. Federal Government's top priority to focus on, calling for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to update recovery plans for the sector within six months and large-scale critical infrastructure attacks to its National Preparedness System. The organization also cited that legacy systems should be upgraded as part of those efforts to handle zero-trust principles, such as microsegmentation, and to enforce the use of software bills of material (SBOMs), even expanding them to list out "cryptographic details." (via Dark Reading) #criticalinfrastructure #SBOM #zerotrust #nationalsecurity #natsec

🚢 Navigating Unauthorized IT Solutions: A Lesson from the USS Manchester When reading this article about the crew of the USS Manchester secretly installing a Starlink dish to create their own Wi-Fi network—dubbed "STINKY"(fantastic pun and ref to its less than "clean" nature)—it’s a reminder of how desperate people can get when trying to solve connectivity issues and of one particularly fitting story from my time in uniform. While in AIT to become a 25U in the Army we had some enterprising young PVTs who wanted unfettered internet access in the upper floors of the barracks. So what did they do you ask? Why of course what any young signal (solider) PVT would. They went to the PX bought a couple of WiFi routers plugged them into the network ports and started running their very own barracks ISP, charging $5 an hour for access. Needless to say this wasn't well received and was incredibly short lived given we were literally in the home of the Signal Corp & Army's Signal Center School.... To say there were consequences would be putting it lightly, though not as severe as those from the story given our still nascent TRADOC status but, punishment none the less was had for those involved. A very small degree of praise could even be gleaned depending on your proximity to leadership and your view of their actions. In my years since I have gone on to manage highly complex telecom and mobility services, both in the private sector and for the U.S. government, I’ve seen firsthand the need for reliable, secure communication is crucial—especially in high-stakes environments like this. We live in a world where the demand for connectivity is insatiable, but taking shortcuts, particularly in sensitive environments like the military on an active duty warship no less, come with some serious security risks. This crew may have thought they were enhancing life on board by installing their own satellite solution, but they overlooked key cybersecurity concerns and operational protocols—ultimately leading to courts-martial. This story highlights why a clear understanding of regulations and collaboration with IT teams is essential to success. It’s not just about access; it’s about balancing that access with security. Whether leading telecom efforts at the Pentagon or consulting with private enterprises, I've always emphasized that short-term convenience is never worth long-term vulnerability. Pay for it now or pay for it later either way you're going to pay... #TelecomConsulting #MobilitySolutions #SecureCommunications #LessonsLearned #GovernmentIT #Starlink #Cybersecurity #5G #Riskmanagement #Technology #Telecom #Privacy #IoT #DigitalTransformation

AT&T Restores Service after more than 10 hours of Outage in the U.S.  U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency - No indication of a #cyberattack. https://lnkd.in/gdVpyeh6 #ATTOutage #ATTNetworkOutage #Phoneoutage #ATTCellularOutage #ATTdown #ATTserviceoutage #cellularoutage #attnetworkdown

The Future of European Security: How SATCOM Is Leading the Way

More exciting news for the Defence IT sector! 📢 Under Chris Crozier's leadership, and following the Defence Strategic Review (where most technical details were redacted from public records), Defence have announced the 2024 National Defence Strategy and 2024 Integrated Investment Program. ✅ Here's some highlights: -Defence is investing up to $11b in enterprise data and ICT infrastructure by 2034, with $1.5b already approved. 💲 -Defence aims to strengthen network security and agility, with investments split between networks ($790m) and enterprise systems ($660m) over the next decade. 📈 -The 2024 investment program focuses on enhancing network security, advancing the Single Information Environment, and consolidating enterprise systems. 🔒 -Cybersecurity gets a $3.3b boost, funding will support projects like REDSPICE, with additional funding directed towards improving warfighting capabilities and modernizing Defence's cryptography. 👨💻 ☕ I'm always up for a chat about the program and what it forecasts for the IT sector in Canberra. If you want to know how you can get involved with one of the many exciting projects coming in the next few months, get in touch! 📩: Riley.Kelly@EmanateTechnology.com.au 📞: 0481 468 355

We are proud to join forces with Genesis Systems® (USA) - Water Your Way, their expertise in addressing water scarcity, supply-side water issues, and green energy solutions with our post-quantum cybersecurity solution, which utilizes #cryptoagility. Our joint efforts will create versatile and secure systems to safeguard the critical nexus of water, energy, and food. The director of the National Security Agency (NSA) has noted bad actors attacking and preparing for attacks on U.S. domestic water systems. These are not military targets, the will of the civilian population is becoming the target. “We are proud to integrate our #postquantumcryptography (PQC) solution that enables crypto-agility, which is fast becoming the new Department of Defense benchmark for encryption management, into Genesis Systems’ technology formats. As state and non-state actors increasingly target water systems and critical infrastructure, security and sustainability are paramount.” - Dave Krauthamer, Co-Founder and CEO at QuSecure. Read more about our Strategic Alliance with Genesis - https://lnkd.in/gMhjm5Qa

Is redundancy a bad thing ? According to the redundant department of redundancy, IT is mostly loved by the security, networking and energy sectors (good in some instances, bad in others). Redundancy is like an emergency exit when your primary system fails. The Army could teach you a lesson or two about that. :)

The success of military and intelligence operations relies on the ability to control the electromagnetic spectrum. In the face of adversaries' rapidly evolving tactics, Athenix moves swiftly with “middleweight speed” to empower warfighters and stay ahead of emerging threats. With a product and technology agnostic approach, we break free from legacy systems and preconceived ideas to deliver impactful RF-spectrum solutions. Our vendor-neutral proven processes allow us to select, develop, and deploy the best solutions, regardless of the source of the threat. Embrace innovation with Athenix: https://lnkd.in/gepZEWU6 #Cyber #SIGINT #SignalIntelligence #Athenix #IntelligenceCommunity #DoD #NationalSecurity #ComplianceJobs #govcon #FederalContracting #FederalIT #Cyber #Cybersolutions 

Troubleshooting Private 5G Network Issues: Backdoor Access is not the only option Telecom providers are rolling out private 5G networks for airports, hospitals, and more. But what happens when they need to troubleshoot issues after initial deployment? The traditional method - backdoor access points - creates huge security risks. Exposed ports and uncontrolled access undermine the entire concept of a "private" network. There's a better way! Our latest blog post explores how NoPorts offers a secure & controlled solution for remote access to private 5G network transmitters: ✅ Zero Trust Access: Ensures only authorized devices can connect. ✅ No Exposed Ports: Drastically reduces attack surfaces for hackers. ✅ Granular Control: Facilities maintain complete access control. Read more and discover how NoPorts empowers both telecom providers and facilities! https://lnkd.in/gaCBspPA #5G #Cybersecurity #RemoteAccess #Telecom #NetworkSecurity P.S.  Have you encountered challenges with securing remote access in your private network deployments? Share your thoughts in the comments!