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?? ? We are excited to announce that our team members, Greg Sisson and Cody Duffy, will travel to Houston to attend the 2025 Port of the Future Conference in April.? This event gathers leaders from over 60 seaports worldwide to address pressing challenges and share innovative solutions.? Our participation underscores our commitment to helping partners understand and mitigate cyber risks in the maritime industry. We look forward to engaging with industry experts and exploring collaborative opportunities to enhance cybersecurity resilience across critical infrastructure. If you’re attending and want to explore how we can be your trusted partner in understanding and mitigating cyber risks, connect with us through our webpage, linked in the comments, to schedule an introduction. #CyberSecurity?#CriticalInfrastructure #Resilience #ports #PortOfTheFuture #portsecurity #InfoSec #MaritimeIndustry #MaritimeSecurity

CI-Discern has joined Phase II at the DOD Cybersecurity Conference in Charleston, SC today and tomorrow. Come by and say hello at booth 401!

???CI-Discern Featured Team Member?? At CI-Discern we are fortunate to have experienced team members that have distinguished themselves across the critical infrastructure industry, both in the public and private sectors. We are excited to feature James Gibb, who joined our team as our lead OT security architect and in-house AI expert. His extensive experience in the US Navy, at the Idaho National Laboratory, and Ernst and Young’s Operational Technology Cybersecurity Team enhances our ability to provide expert cybersecurity capabilities and advisory services to our clients. We are honored to have James on our team and look forward to bringing his expertise and leadership to clients as we work to improve critical infrastructure cybersecurity and resilience. Check out James's story linked in the comments to learn more! #CriticalInfrastructure #Cybersecurity #Teamwork #Leadership #Energy #Veteran

New Cybersecurity Regulations for the United States Maritime Transportation System The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has released a final rule to establish baseline cybersecurity protections for the Marine Transportation System (MTS). Key Deadlines: ???July 16, 2025 – Cyber incident reporting to National Response Center ???Jan 12, 2026 – Mandatory cybersecurity training ?? July 16, 2027 – Cybersecurity assessments & plan approvals Why This Matters: The maritime sector is a high-value cyber target, and the USCG is taking bold action to harden OT & IT systems across ports, vessels, and offshore facilities. Critical Requirements: ?? ?Cybersecurity Officer (CySO) designation ???Incident Response Plan ???Cybersecurity Plan ???Cybersecurity Assessment and Penetration Testing The clock is ticking. Industry stakeholders must prepare now to meet compliance deadlines. Need guidance? Let’s talk! #CyberSecurity #MaritimeSecurity #OTSecurity #USCG #CriticalInfrastructure #CyberResilience #MTS #RiskManagement

Thank you Taylor Jackson and the Maritime Association of South Carolina (MASC) for inviting Cody and Greg to present a discussion on the basics of cybersecurity incident response. Special thanks to Bryan Johnson with the U.S. Coast Guard and Mark Lester at South Carolina Ports for providing feedback that helped us tailor the presentation to the Port of Charleston community. The presentation focused on what organizations should be doing to build a foundation for success when faced with cybersecurity incidents. At its core, success starts with a simple, well thought out plan, trusted stakeholders and practice to ensure your organization can enable decision-makers to make risk-informed decisions when it matters most. Please review the attached presentation and connect with us to continue the discussion. Incident response planning, strategy, and training are among our key capabilities. Visit our website (linked in comments) to learn more about our services and how to reach us. #CyberSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure #OperationalTechnology #RiskManagement #resilience #OTsecurity #IncidentResponse"

???CI-Discern Featured Team Member?? ? At CI-Discern we are fortunate to have experienced team members that have distinguished themselves across the critical infrastructure industry, both in the public and private sectors.? We are excited to feature Cody Duffy, who joined our team to provide cybersecurity consulting and insights by leveraging his experience in the US Navy, at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)'s Savannah River Site, and other critical infrastructure sectors. We are honored to have Cody on our team and look forward to bringing his expertise and leadership to clients as we work to improve critical infrastructure cybersecurity and resilience. Check out Cody's story linked in the comments to learn more! #CriticalInfrastructure #Cybersecurity #Teamwork #Leadership #Energy #Veteran

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???Strengthening OT Cybersecurity: Secure by Demand Essentials??? Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s?Secure by Demand?document represents a significant shift in how organizations approach the procurement of operational technology (OT) products. It lays out a comprehensive framework that prioritizes security from the ground up—addressing vulnerabilities that have historically plagued OT systems within critical infrastructure. Key priorities such as?configuration management,?logging in baseline products,?secure communications, and?vulnerability management?each address longstanding challenges in OT environments. Additionally, the document emphasizes?ownership and autonomy, empowering operators to maintain, patch, and secure systems without third-party dependencies. By encouraging manufacturers to adopt these principles, the guidance creates a blueprint for securing OT systems against evolving threats, fostering a shift in the marketplace toward products that inherently prioritize security. This document is not just a set of recommendations—it’s a call to action for systemic change in how OT systems are designed, implemented, and maintained. ???Is your organization ready to elevate its OT cybersecurity strategy? Contact us to explore how we can support your journey toward resilience through Secure by Demand principles. #CyberSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure #OperationalTechnology #SecureByDesign #RiskManagement #resilience #OTsecurity

????? Protecting critical infrastructure demands a new breed of CISO, one who contextualizes cyber risk and prescribes cost-effective mitigations.? Today's cyber threats to power grids, water systems, and transportation networks require strategic leadership with a broad understanding of risk management, budgets, people management, and how to effectively communicate cyber risks facing your organization. Facing these challenges?? ?? CI-Discern's CISO Advisory Services provides the expertise to navigate this landscape. We help you develop robust cybersecurity strategies, build resilient security programs, and communicate your program's value to stakeholders. Don't have a CISO?? ?? Your organization might lack visibility into its cyber risks. We can help build and mentor a team to identify and mitigate those risks. Elevate your cybersecurity posture. ?? A quick consult is a big step toward understanding your cyber risks and improving resilience. Learn more about our capabilities by visiting our website linked in the comment section. #CISO #cybersecurity #criticalinfrastructure #riskmanagement #leadership #cyberresilience #OTsecurity #strategicsecurity #cyberthreats #informationsecurity