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Curious about election security? Ever wonder how automated systems are secured? Want to learn how to keep ports safe from cyberattacks? Would you like to prevent another attack on a Florida water treatment facility? These 1-day cyber skills exercises offer an opportunity to gain knowledge and skills to address such issues.

📚 A great deep dive into U.S. cyber operations and the need for a #USCyberForce (with counterarguments). "Resolving these issues requires the creation of a new independent armed service — a U.S. Cyber Force — alongside the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Space Force. There is ample precedent for this approach; battlefield evolutions led to the establishment of the Air Force in 1947 and the Space Force in 2019." "An independent cyber service would naturally prioritize the creation of a uniform approach to recruitment, training, promotion, and retention of qualified personnel whose skills correspond to CYBERCOM’s needs. In addition to a single, dedicated cyber training and development schoolhouse, an independent service could establish a cyber war college for advanced research and training, akin to the Army War College and its peers. Without the responsibility for procuring planes, tanks, or ships, a Cyber Force could also prioritize the rapid acquisition of new cyber warfare systems." #cyber #cyberoperations #cyberops #defensenews #cybernews #DoD Erica Lonergan Mark Montgomery U.S. Cyber Command United States Air Force United States Space Force US ArmyUS Navy U.S. Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command (MARFORCYBER) United States Strategic Command Special Operations Command North US Government Accountability Office

Check out these Cyber Skills Exercises, FREE for eligible transitioning military members, first responders, veterans, military spouses, underrepresented minorities, and government employees! #cybercoast #cybersecurity #cybersecurityjobs #cybersecuritytraining UWF Center for Cybersecurity

🛡️ Army Gen. Paul Nakasone emphasizes the importance of enhancing U.S. Cyber Command (CYBERCOM). 🔄 He calls for addressing the rapid rotation of military forces in and out of CYBERCOM, advocating for consistent engagement and longer "dwell time" for personnel in the cyber domain. 💪 Nakasone envisions a "bold move forward" to strengthen CYBERCOM's capabilities. ⚓ Stabilizing personnel movement is crucial for future improvements and maintaining an experienced workforce. 📖 Learn more about Gen. Nakasone's perspective in the informative Federal News Network article. #CYBERCOM #Nakasone [Link to article]

As we enter this new year, the Defense Intelligence Memorial Foundation is finding new avenues to support the educational growth of kids across #intelligence and the military services. Please pass the announcement below along to anyone you think may qualify! #stem #engineering #mathematics #technology #science

For those still serving on Active Duty, I cannot emphasize enough the importance of continuous learning and certification. The DoD Credentialling Opportunities Online (COOL) program offers a pathway for both service members and DoD civilians to advance their skills within their profession. For our military personnel, tailored funding supports this journey: Army and Navy COOL programs provide $4,000 annually, the Air Force offers a $4,500 lifetime cap, and the Marines and Coast Guard each offer $4,000 annually, facilitating a culture of continuous improvement and readiness. Expanding this, the DoD Civilian COOL program bridges the gap for civilian personnel, offering resources to gain certifications vital for fulfilling critical roles within the Defense Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) and enhancing our collective defense capabilities. This initiative not only underscores the commitment to professional development but also strengthens our national security posture by ensuring that our civilian workforce is equally equipped to meet evolving cyber threats. These programs underscore a strategic investment in our defense infrastructure—arming both uniformed and civilian members of the DoD community with the knowledge and certifications necessary to navigate the complexities of modern warfare and cybersecurity. Embracing these opportunities, we can enhance one's career trajectories and make a tangible contribution to our nation's security. Leverage these resources for you and your troops professional growth and to help fortify our national defense. #DoDCOOL #CyberDefense https://www.cool.osd.mil/

If I haven't said it enough ... #GoGuard ... this #NationalGuard cyber team rocks! // rant start While not a formal service, the National Guard is fundamental to our national security and considered one of the primary military forces of the United States (https://lnkd.in/eiVwjjxi). In cyber, the National Guard brings a unique mix of military and civilian expertise that is unmatched in ANY US Military Service. How awesome would it be if our nation solved the ongoing challenge of rapidly moving back-and-forth between Active Duty and the Reserve Component? Imagine a time when an airman could move from Active Duty to National Guard for family reasons and then, 5 years later, switch back to Active Duty to complete an active-duty retirement (with the entire process taking a month and without being penalized in any way). Imagine a time when active duty retention NCOs were "compensated" in the same way for retaining someone in the active duty as they were for retaining them in the Reserve Component. // rant end

Honored to be interviewed by #Techtransforms. As new technology continues to evolve, we need to understand the benefits and risks of adoption. AI is just one of many new technologies that are improving lives and business, but also creating vulnerabilities into our fragile cyber ecosystem. Turning our back on tools is not an option, instead we need to explore how to use new tools safely and educate the next generation of future leaders.

Did you know that in 1969, SEM became the standard for the US Navy? Back then, the US Navy had installed SEM disintegrator systems in all their vessels where cryptologic material was generated. The more you know! #semshred #SEMhistory #disintegrators #USNavy #Navy #history #trivia #funfact #dataprotection #datadestruction #datasecurity #cybersecurity

This is the #1 question I get asked. How do I get fill in the blank certification? My answer: Check out these free resources.