San Diego Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE)

Congratulations to the outstanding leaders recognized in the 2024 San Diego Business Journal’s #SD500, including all of #CCOE’s members, partners, and our very own President & CEO, Lisa Easterly! ?? These remarkable individuals are shaping the future of the San Diego business community and making a profound impact on the cyber industry at large. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the invaluable contributions they continue to make in our region! #SDBJAwards #MostInfluential #SanDiegoBusinessLeaders ?? https://lnkd.in/gy6-5fWV ??

Continuing our #Gratefuls this week, we’re excited to recognize the incredibly talented graphic designer, Melissa Wicklund, the founder and lead designer of WM Designs!???Melissa is an #SDSU alum with a passion for graphic design, and she brings a wealth of expertise and creative vision to every project. For #CCOE, Melissa took our vision for our 10-year anniversary and brand relaunch and turned it into a design that perfectly embodies our mission to strengthen the regional cyber economy and build a safer digital community for all.??????If you’re looking to create or revamp your own brand identity, we highly recommend checking out her portfolio at WM Designs! ?? https://lnkd.in/eXHDP7fm

In the spirit of this month of gratitude, we're taking a moment to shine a spotlight on our incredible partners who have made the #CCOE magic happen behind the scenes over the past 10 years!???This week, we’re sending a huge thank you to Stephane Deuvaert, our brilliant website developer and the President of TECHAROUND, a local San Diego tech powerhouse. Since day one, TECHAROUND has been our trusted webmaster and IT support partner, and they've played an essential role in bringing #CCOE's digital vision to life. Most recently, they led the redevelopment of our website, giving it a fresh, new look just in time for our 10-year anniversary celebration!????If you're looking for top-notch app development, digital marketing services, or custom website design, we highly recommend the team at TECHAROUND. Check out their work here ?? https://lnkd.in/e4pZyXbW #SanDiego #Gratitude #Thankful #CyberPartners

#CCOE is excited to welcome Accenture Federal Services—a leading provider of innovative solutions to U.S. federal agencies and a subsidiary of Accenture LLP—into our growing network of members! Accenture Federal Services empowers federal agencies to tackle complex challenges, drive transformative outcomes, and build agile, secure, and intelligent digital infrastructures. We are thrilled to have them on board and look forward to collaborating to grow our cyber economy and create a more secure digital community for all. Learn more about their work here: ?? https://lnkd.in/ehVvFbdK

Honoring our heroes this Veterans Day???????Thank you for your resilience and bravery, which inspire us all to strive for greatness. #VeteransDay

?? Join Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)'s San Diego chapter for their monthly meeting on November 13 at National University. Hear from a panel of experts, including #CCOE Board member Jim Skeen, Jr., as they delve into the current state of cyber insurance, a rapidly evolving field that has become crucial in today's compliance landscape. Whether you're a business leader, cybersecurity professional, or insurance expert, this discussion will equip you with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of cyber insurance effectively ??

??? Happy Election Day! Thank you to Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, Office of the Director of National Intelligence, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and all our nation’s election officials and poll workers for working diligently to ensure the security and resilience of our nation’s elections. #SecureOurWorld #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

?? Calling all veteran-owned businesses, Grow with Google is teaming up with Blue Star Families to host the National Veterans Small Business Week Summit on?Wednesday, November 13th at 1pm ET. This free livestream on YouTube will feature an AI workshop to help veteran small businesses get started with AI followed by a panel discussion with veteran entrepreneurs who are using digital tools to grow.?Check it out to learn more and register ?? #BlueStarFamilies #NVSBW

#CCOE is proud to sign on to?Center for Long-Term Cybersecurity's open letter strongly urging the next administration, regardless of political affiliation, to prioritize strengthening the?#cybersecurity?of under-resourced community orgs.????? ??Read the letter ??

??? Calling all San Diego employers, help build our regions talent pipeline on November 13 at San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation's Advancing San Diego flagship event "Reaching Tomorrow’s Talent!" You’ll join other leading regional employers in an interactive experience?that will connect you with the skilled talent of tomorrow—and influence their training today. Check out the details and register ?? #cyberworkforce #cybersecurity #sandiego #talentpipeline