Cybersecurity 2019: Confronting the threat – sharing information and spreading the risk

Class 5 in the series will address cyber threats within the organization as well as programs for sharing information on cyber threats and spreading cyber risk. We will delve into issues related to insider threat, including requirements applicable to government contractors and best practices for developing an insider threat plan. We also will discuss cyber insurance and factors to consider when determining which plan may be best for an organization. Additionally, this class will explore information sharing programs, including the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act (CISA), as well as the risks and benefits associated with participation in such programs. Finally, we will review recent legislation and the President’s Executive Order relating to cybersecurity. We will be joined by Special Guest Matt Slowik, Senior Counsel for Cybersecurity at DHS’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).