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Expel Unveils Updated NIST CSF 2.0 Getting Started Toolkit to Help Companies on their Security Maturity Journey

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Expel , the leading managed detection and response (MDR) provider, today unveiled the updated version of its National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) Getting Started toolkit .

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  • Expel , the leading managed detection and response (MDR) provider, today unveiled the updated version of its National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) Getting Started toolkit .
  • The kit, which includes a “getting started” guide and a self-scoring spreadsheet, helps security leaders and operators assess their cybersecurity postures, aligned with the recently released version 2.0 of the NIST CSF.
  • “Over the last decade, the NIST CSF has been a critical tool for companies in determining their cybersecurity readiness and assessing where they can improve—and version 2.0 expands on that foundation,” said Greg Notch, Chief Information Security Officer, Expel.
  • Expel’s NIST CSF guide helps security leaders and operators understand how to approach the framework and make sense of its functions, categories, subcategories, and tiers.

Cisco Sponsors SANS Institute Cohort to Close Cybersecurity Skills Gap

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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BETHESDA, Md., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Cisco, the worldwide technology leader that securely connects everything to make anything possible, is working with the SANS Institute, the world's leading cybersecurity training and certification organization, to provide scholarships for 20 women to attend the SANS Women's Cyber Academy. This effort aims to bridge the cyber talent gap by empowering women with the skills and certifications needed to thrive in the cybersecurity field.

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  • This effort aims to bridge the cyber talent gap by empowering women with the skills and certifications needed to thrive in the cybersecurity field.
  • "The generous support of Cisco represents a key step forward in addressing the critical shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals," said Heather Mahalik-Barnhart, SANS Fellow.
  • Participants will start by building a solid foundation in cybersecurity, including core computer and security concepts, along with programming skills.
  • Learn more about the SANS Women's Cyber Academy at https://www.sans.org/cyber-academy/womens-academy with applications for the next cohort opening in June 2024.

Celebrating Three and a Half Decades of Cybersecurity Leadership: SANS Institute Unveils Next-Generation Training Portfolio

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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BETHESDA, Md., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Commemorating 35 years in cybersecurity training innovation and excellence, SANS Institute is pleased to announce the launch of new and improved training solutions. This milestone honors SANS's legacy and demonstrates our dedication to advancing cybersecurity to continuously confront and overcome the latest digital threats.

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  • BETHESDA, Md., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Commemorating 35 years in cybersecurity training innovation and excellence, SANS Institute is pleased to announce the launch of new and improved training solutions.
  • "For 35 years, SANS has been the cornerstone in the advancement of the cybersecurity industry.
  • From pioneering the earliest cybersecurity curricula to today's advanced training environments, our journey reflects a relentless commitment to defending the cyber landscape," said SANS Technology Institute President & SANS Fellow, Ed Skoudis.
  • Explore our entire portfolio of new and improved cybersecurity training and certifications designed for today's digital challenges.

BlackBerry Officially Opens Cybersecurity Center of Excellence in Malaysia

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) officially opened a world-class Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) in Kuala Lumpur today at a ceremony officiated by Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Dato' Seri Anwar bin Ibrahim, Canada's Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, The Honorable Mary Ng, and BlackBerry CEO, John Giamatteo. The new CCoE will deliver exceptional cybersecurity training and cyber threat intelligence to help Malaysia and partners in the region better prevent, deter, and respond to cyber threats facing governments and organizations in the Indo-Pacific region.

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  • New BlackBerry Cybersecurity Curriculum marks major milestone in the company's long-term deal with the Government of Malaysia, establishing the nation as a regional hub of excellence
    CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) officially opened a world-class Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) in Kuala Lumpur today at a ceremony officiated by Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Dato' Seri Anwar bin Ibrahim, Canada's Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, The Honorable Mary Ng, and BlackBerry CEO, John Giamatteo.
  • The company also announced its new BlackBerry Cybersecurity Curriculum is now available for the first time through the new facility, offering a wide range of globally recognized course offerings and certifications to help grow a skilled cybersecurity workforce and ecosystem in Malaysia and the region.
  • The new Cybersecurity Center of Excellence stands as a testament to how nations and technology leaders can work together to address the dual challenge of cybercrime and skills shortages.
  • For more information on the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence and the courses available, please visit here .

BlackBerry Partners with Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University To Bolster Cybersecurity Skills in Malaysia

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, March 19, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst ("the Catalyst"), Toronto Metropolitan University's national center for training, research  and innovation, announced today a new partnership that, for the first time, will offer the Catalyst's world-class CLIC (Certifications for Leadership in Cybersecurity)  program in Malaysia.  To help close the gender gap in the Malaysian cyber industry and support career growth for Malaysian women, the Catalyst is also teaming up with SANS Institute to provide full CLIC scholarships to three qualified Malaysian women candidates. The CLIC Malaysia program will commence in May 2024, with registration now open.

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  • CLIC is an intensive, six-month cybersecurity training and certification program designed to provide the skills needed to launch or elevate a career in cybersecurity.
  • "Toronto Metropolitan University is thrilled to support its national cybersecurity center, the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, as it expands its cutting-edge training programs to Malaysia," said Mohamed Lachemi, President and Vice-Chancellor, Toronto Metropolitan University.
  • BlackBerry also recently partnered with SANS Institute to offer a range of SANS courses at the BlackBerry Malaysia CCoE, which have already commenced.
  • To register interest in Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst's CLIC training program in Malaysia, visit here .

Keynote Speakers and Agenda Confirmed for 2024 Retail and Hospitality ISAC Cyber Intelligence Summit

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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VIENNA, Va., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Retail and Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC) announced that Rich Agostino, senior vice president and CISO at Target, Jayson E. Street, renowned social engineering expert, and Andy Greenberg, senior writer for WIRED, will be keynote speakers at the 2024 RH-ISAC Cyber Intelligence Summit.

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  • VIENNA, Va., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Retail and Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC) announced that Rich Agostino, senior vice president and CISO at Target, Jayson E. Street, renowned social engineering expert, and Andy Greenberg, senior writer for WIRED, will be keynote speakers at the 2024 RH-ISAC Cyber Intelligence Summit.
  • The annual event is the premier cybersecurity conference in the retail and hospitality sector and will take place April 9-11 in Denver.
  • "Together, we are not just sharing information; we're building a stronger, more resilient future for the retail and hospitality industries."
  • Registration for the 2024 Retail & Hospitality ISAC Cyber Intelligence Summit is now open.

JFrog and Carahsoft Partner to Better Secure the Public Sector’s Software Supply Chain

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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JFrog Ltd. (Nasdaq: FROG), the Liquid Software company and creators of the JFrog Software Supply Chain Platform , and Carahsoft Technology Corp. , the Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, today announced a partnership that empowers U.S. Government organizations to safeguard their software supply chains with automated DevSecOps workflows to secure software services consumed by citizens.

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  • JFrog Ltd. (Nasdaq: FROG), the Liquid Software company and creators of the JFrog Software Supply Chain Platform , and Carahsoft Technology Corp. , the Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, today announced a partnership that empowers U.S. Government organizations to safeguard their software supply chains with automated DevSecOps workflows to secure software services consumed by citizens.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240220801804/en/
    New partnership empowers U.S. Government organizations to safeguard their software supply chains with automated DevSecOps workflows to secure software services consumed by citizens.
  • Gartner predicts that 45 percent of organizations worldwide will experience a software supply chain attack by 2025 (a three-fold increase from 2021).
  • “JFrog’s platform provides agencies with unparalleled security, agility and peace of mind for their software supply chain.

Bridging the Gender Gap in Cybersecurity: SANS Institute and Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Unveil International Women's Day Scholarship for Cutting-Edge AI Course

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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BETHESDA, Md., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In celebration of International Women's Day, the SANS Institute is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) to offer an exclusive giveaway of 20 seats in the AIS247: AI Security Essentials for Business Leaders course. This initiative underscores both organizations' commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the cybersecurity industry by addressing the underrepresentation of women in cyber.

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  • The partnership aims to address the underrepresentation of women in cybersecurity by providing free access to cutting-edge AI security training.
  • This initiative underscores both organizations' commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the cybersecurity industry by addressing the underrepresentation of women in cyber.
  • "It's our belief that through this initiative, women will not just participate but will help lead in the evolving AI landscape.
  • - Heather Mahalik-Barnhart, SANS Fellow
    Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of WiCyS, emphasizes the importance of this initiative: "Partnering with SANS Institute for a course giveaway on International Women's Day supports our mission to help bridge the gender gap in cybersecurity.

Cyber Workforce Development: Maryland's Thriving Partnership with SANS Institute Drives Career Growth and Bridges Cyber Skills Gap

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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BETHESDA, Md., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The SANS Institute, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Labor, celebrates the continued success of the SANS Cyber Workforce Academy Maryland and its immediate expansion. This initiative, partially supported by the EARN Maryland program alongside the SANS Institute, has been pivotal in training residents to enter the cybersecurity workforce since 2018, with a particular focus on U.S. military veterans, women, and underrepresented communities. The Cyber Workforce Academy - Maryland is specifically designed for local residents earning less than $80,000 annually, aiming to launch their careers as highly-skilled cybersecurity professionals. By providing intensive, accelerated training, the program prepares individuals with little to no prior experience in the field to become top-notch practitioners capable of making a substantial impact in their roles from day one.

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  • BETHESDA, Md., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The SANS Institute, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Labor, celebrates the continued success of the SANS Cyber Workforce Academy Maryland and its immediate expansion.
  • The Cyber Workforce Academy - Maryland is specifically designed for local residents earning less than $80,000 annually, aiming to launch their careers as highly-skilled cybersecurity professionals.
  • The SANS training courses and GIAC certifications are critical for launching a successful career in cybersecurity and validating skills to employers.
  • For more information and to apply, please visit SANS Cyber Workforce Academy Maryland .

BlackBerry and SANS Institute Partner to Bolster Cybersecurity Skills in Malaysia

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) and the SANS Institute (SANS) today announced a new partnership in Malaysia, offering SANS training courses through the soon-to-be-opened BlackBerry Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) in Kuala Lumpur. In an effort to help bolster national cybersecurity capacity in Malaysia, the partnership will offer advanced technology and training to help upskill Malaysia's cyber-defenders, with a particular focus in critical areas like forensics and incident response. Now open for registrations, the SANS Secure Malaysia 2024 inaugural training will take place from March 11 – 16, and the first featured course will be "SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling."

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  • KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) and the SANS Institute (SANS) today announced a new partnership in Malaysia, offering SANS training courses through the soon-to-be-opened BlackBerry Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) in Kuala Lumpur.
  • We are pleased to announce SANS Institute's training courses will be offered through our BlackBerry Cybersecurity Center of Excellence in Malaysia, delivering upon our shared goal to establish a globally competitive skills and learning ecosystem in Malaysia and the Indo-Pacific region for years to come."
  • For more information about the new BlackBerry CCoE and to register interest for the SANS courses, please visit here .
  • For more information about SANS Institute's training, table top exercises, cyber ranges and security awareness, please reach out to: [email protected] or register interest for SANS Secure Malaysia 2024 courses here .