Office of the National Cyber Director, The White House

Today, we released a blog from National Cyber Director Harry Coker Jr. “National security and economic prosperity are shared responsibilities. Because of the decentralized nature of the digital world, and because everyone is connected to it, we all need to work together.” Read more here https://lnkd.in/eUZx27KZ

ONCD’s next #FacesOfCyber spotlight is Dominic Ragghianti. Dominic is from Pittsburgh, PA and is passionate about improving digital defense in operational technology. In his role as a Cyber Analyst, he helps identify cyber vulnerabilities for industrial firms like manufacturers and utilities. He has a CySA+ certification in cyber incidence response and procedures and previously trained through an IT Registered Apprenticeship program.

Today, National Cyber Director Coker issued a blog to discuss the urgent need to combat cyber-enabled fraud that continues to impact the American public. Learn more here https://lnkd.in/ebC4E6vD

ONCD is honoring Rick Bruckner as part of #FacesOfCyber. Rick’s previous public service as a 911 dispatcher inspired him to continue protecting people, this time via a career in cyber. His unforgettable experiences with heartbreaking calls from cyber attack victims led him to go back to school to study cybersecurity. Rick is currently working to earn certifications through courses at the Pennsylvania Cybersecurity Center while also pursuing a bachelor’s degree through Full Sail University.

Today, Director Coker provided remarks and participated in a fireside chat with Mark Montgomery at Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD). He discussed the progress ONCD has made in cybersecurity over the last few years and underscored the key role partnership has played. Learn more here https://lnkd.in/eTR6XA42

Tune in to hear from National Cyber Director Harry Coker Jr.

Today, ONCD along with CISA, released the Playbook for Strengthening Cybersecurity in Federal Grant Programs for Critical Infrastructure. This will help grant-making agencies incorporate cybersecurity into their grant programs. The playbook will further the National Cybersecurity Strategy Implementation Plan by providing resources and tools for cybersecurity requirements into federal grant programs. This resource is aimed for federal agencies to use to foster cybersecurity resiliency in our critical infrastructure. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ebrEeVdQ

Today ONCD is highlighting Melissa Bryan from Madison, WI in our #FacesOfCyber campaign. Melissa’s own experience with identity theft motivated her to help others stay safe online. She is now using her skills by serving her country and community in a cybersecurity role with the state of Wisconsin. If helping others navigate an increasingly hostile digital landscape sounds fulfilling, consider a career in cyber.

Today, Director Coker was in Rhode Island alongside former Congressman Jim Langevin, Commissioner Infante-Green, Governor Dan McKee, Congressman Gabe Amo and additional local leaders to announce that Rhode Island is the first state to sign up every public school with a free federal resource to better protect students. He attended the Cybersecurity Education Summit hosted by Rhode Island Department of Education at Cranston High School East. This resource will bring an additional layer of security to approximately 136,000 students across Rhode Island. Learn more here https://lnkd.in/e9JGMcqd

After dozens of visits to communities across the nation, the White House National Cyber Director’s Office is proud to share the lessons learned for communities that want to build the next generation of cyber professionals. We are proud to share our new Cyber Workforce and Education Ecosystem Toolkit. The toolkit encourages everyone to connect and partner on existing initiatives to meet the unique cyber and workforce needs of their communities. We hope it will empower anyone who wants to develop or expand their local offerings and help people secure good-paying cyber jobs. Learn more here https://lnkd.in/eXzH4xaW