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SUMMARY:4th Annual NC Cybersecurity Symposium 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nMORE INFORMATION\n\n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/4th-annual-nc-cybersecurity-symposium-2025/
LOCATION:McKimmon Conference and Training Center\, 1101 Gorman Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Cybersecurity
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SUMMARY:Lunch + Learn: Cybersecurity Awareness and CMMC Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturers are a key part of the North Carolina economy and should be aware of the growing cyber-attack threat. A single cyber breach can cause loss of confidential data\, disruption of production\, revenue loss\, impact of up and downstream partners\, and even put a company out of business. In this lunch & learn\, we will discuss the current threats\, how to create a culture of cybersecurity\, and some basic defense tactics you can implement today.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nManufacturers operating in the DoD supply chain are responsible for safeguarding data\, especially Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). A new requirement for all DoD contractors went into effect in 2025\, CMMC. The mandate has been in the works for years and is designed to ensure that all companies working in the DoD supply chain have adequate cybersecurity controls to defend against cyber attacks. \nWith an estimated 200\,000 companies currently in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB)\, this change will seriously impact businesses of all sizes. Begin the journey towards compliance today instead of delaying and potentially losing DoD work due to non-compliance. In this Lunch & Learn\, you will hear about the CMMC program\, requirements for manufacturers\, how to get started with compliance and more. \nAgenda\n\n\n11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.\nTop cyber threats to manufacturers and benefit of cyber investment- people\, policy\, procedure presentation by Brian Vigna\, Cybersecurity Awareness Expert\, Industry Extension Services\n\n\n12:30-1:00 p.m.\nNetworking and Lunch\n\n\n  \n\n\nMore resources available: ies.ncsu.edu/cybersecurity\n\n\n  \nPresenter\nBrian Vigna\nInstructional Designer and Security Awareness Training Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: brian_vigna@ncsu.edu | Phone: 904.742.2225\n \nBrian is an instructional designer in the professional learning and instructional design unit for NC State University Industry Extension Services (IES)\, plus he manages all cyber security-related projects. Brian has been an adult educator\, trainer and instructional designer for over ten years. Brian has taught a variety of certification and professional development courses at the collegiate level and in collaboration with the United States government. Brian is certified in CISSP\, CompTIA Security+\, CompTIA A+\, CompTIA Network+\, CompTIA Cloud Essentials and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) – Registered Practitioner. He is a Microsoft Certified Professional\, AWS Solutions Architect and an AWS Cloud Practitioner. Brian is also currently pursuing a M.S. in education from NC State University. Outside of work\, Brian enjoys hiking\, sports and spending time with his family.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/lunch-learn-cybersecurity-awareness-and-cmmc-compliance/
LOCATION:Global Transpark Training Center\, 2780 Jetport Rd\, Kinston\, NC\, 28504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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SUMMARY:4th Annual North Carolina Cybersecurity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The annual North Carolina Cybersecurity Symposium sponsored by the North Carolina Partnership for Cybersecurity Excellence [NC PACE]\, is a community-driven event that encourages collaboration and creates a spirit of innovation among participants\, presenters\, and our sponsors.\n \nThe event will bring together the brightest minds in cybersecurity to share knowledge\, exchange ideas\, and discuss the latest advancements in the field.\n \nThe symposium will feature an amazing line-up of cybersecurity sessions and workshops\, a student research track\, an Education Showcase\, and much more!\n \nThere is something for everyone at this year’s event!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/4th-annual-north-carolina-cybersecurity-symposium/
LOCATION:McKimmon Conference and Training Center\, 1101 Gorman Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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SUMMARY:CMMC Implementation: Your Path to Cybersecurity Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Carolina Military Business Center and North Carolina State University for a “CMMC Implementation Workshop: Your Path to Cybersecurity Compliance” on December 3 in Raleigh\, North Carolina.\n \nCMMC Day is designed to prepare NC defense contractors for their Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification assessments by providing them with the latest information about CMMC 2.0 and the associated DFARS clauses\, and how to implement them. The goal of the event is for defense contractors and their IT/cyber staff and/or IT managed service providers to gain a thorough understanding of the requirements in CMMC and have a plan to get started or continue with their cybersecurity program. By the end of the day\, attendees should know what the next steps are and what resources are available to help them develop their cybersecurity programs.\n \nSponsored by NC State University Industry Extension Services\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nParking is available in lot D. Campus Map.\n  \nAgenda\n \nLeadership Track>\nWill include a high-level overview of what is being discussed in the technical track\, with the goal being to reduce the friction between leadership and technical professionals. We will also discuss the topics below. \n\n\nCybersecurity Overview\nHow to build a culture of cybersecurity/tone at the top\nThings to do now: DoD CUI training\, Medium Assurance Certificate\, awareness training\nCyber risks\nCMMC Scope\nCompliance documentation\nQuestions to ask your MSP/MSSP/Consultant\nShare responsibility matrices for “inherited” cybersecurity controls\nWhat cybersecurity information to include in service level agreements\nSupply chain risk management\nCMMC implementation strategies\nCost of implementation\n\n\n \nTechnical Track \n\n\nAsset and data inventories\nNetwork diagrams\nData flow diagrams\nPhysical security\nCMMC Scope\nSystem Security Plan\nHow to perform a gap assessment\nHow to put a score in the Supplier Performance Risk System\nNIST controls – where to start\n\n\n \nWho Should Attend:\nDefense contractors- Leadership and those responsible for implementing CMMC AND their Managed Service/Security Providers (MSP/MSSP) or consultants. The new CMMC rule requires MSP/MSSPs to be CMMC Level 2 certified if they store\, process\, or transmit controlled unclassified information (CUI) on behalf of their defense contractor clients. MSP/MSSPs that provide security protection for their clients will be considered in-scope to their client’s CMMC assessment. The content of the workshop will be geared toward preparing attendees for a CMMC Level 2 assessment\, however contractors preparing for CMMC Level 1 will benefit from attending.\n \nWhy attend:\nThe CMMC Program rule is final and was published in the Federal Register on October 15th\, with an effective date of Dec. 14th. CMMC third party assessments can begin\, but the DoD will not put CMMC in contracts until the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) has been changed to include a CMMC clause. We expect the DFARS clause rule to be final by the end of the second quarter in 2025 with an effective date in the late summer or early fall of 2025. If you wait until the new DFARS rule is final\, you will be behind. It takes most contractors 18 – 24 months to develop a secure\, compliant cybersecurity program.\n \nRegistration. Registration is open!\nEarly Bird Registration (prior to November 10\, 2024): $115/person\nRegistration (on or after November 10\, 2024): $130/person\nRegistration includes access to the full program\, materials and catering throughout the day.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/cmmc-implementation-your-path-to-cybersecurity-compliance/
LOCATION:McKimmon Conference and Training Center\, 1101 Gorman Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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SUMMARY:Industry Extension Services: Cyber Awareness Month Lunch & Learn – Charlotte\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturers are a key part of the North Carolina economy and should be aware of the growing threat of cyber-attacks. A single cyber breach can cause loss of confidential data\, disruption of production\, revenue loss\, impact of up and downstream partners\, and even put a company out of business. In this lunch & learn we will discuss the current threats\, how to create a culture of cybersecurity\, and some basic defense tactics you can implement today.\n \nCost: $20 includes lunch.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nLunch & Learn Agenda\n\n\n\n11:30 a.m.\nIntroductions: Phil Mintz Director of NC State University Industry Extension Services\n\n\n11:40 a.m.- Noon\nTop cyber threats to manufacturers and benefit of cyber investment- people\, policy\, procedure presentation by Brian Vigna\, Cybersecurity Awareness Expert\, Industry Extension Services\n\n\nNoon-12:15 p.m.\nIdentity and account protection\, web and email security presentation by Richard Hayes\, Sr. Engineer Cybersecurity\, Infranet Technologies\n\n\n12:15-12:30 p.m.\nTabletop exercises\, Myriam Batista\, Chief Information and Compliance Officer\, Reef Systems\n\n\n12:30-1 p.m.\nNetworking and Lunch\n\n\n1-1:30 p.m.\nTour of Polymers Center\n\n\n\n  \nPresenters\nBrian Vigna\nInstructional Designer and Security Awareness Training Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: brian_vigna@ncsu.edu  |  Phone: 904.742.2225\nBrian is an instructional designer in the professional learning and instructional design unit for NC State Univeristy Industry Extension Services (IES). plus he manages all cyber security-related projects. Brian has been an adult educator\, trainer and instructional designer for over ten years. Brian has taught a variety of certification and professional development courses at the collegiate level and in collaboration with the United States government. Brian is certified in CISSP\, Comp TIA Security+\, Comp TIA A+\, Comp TIA Network+\, Comp TIA Cloud Essentials and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) -Registered Practitioner. He is a Microsoft Certified Professional\, AWS Solutions Architect and an AWS Cloud Practitioner. Brian is also currently pursuing a M.S. in education from NC State University.\n  \nRichard Hayes\nSenior Engineer in Cybersecurity\, Infranet Technologies Group\nWith over eight years of dedicated experience in IT security and technology solutions\, Richard serves as a Senior Engineer in Cybersecurity at Infranet Technologies Group\, based in Wilmington\, North Carolina. In this role\, Richard excels in identifying and implementing tailored IT security solutions and technology enhancements that boost business efficiency across diverse sectors. \nSince joining Infranet Technologies in January 2016\, Richard has been instrumental in crafting and deploying comprehensive security strategies that address a broad spectrum of client needs. Prior to this\, Richard worked as a Tier 3 Support Engineer\, where he provided expert support in various applications\, operating systems\, virtualization\, and networking technologies. This role involved managing and executing infrastructure projects spanning network\, server\, virtualization\, and Active Directory environments\, supporting clients in healthcare\, construction\, manufacturing\, SLED\, and retail industries.Richard holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology with a concentration in Information and Computer Technology from East Carolina University\, where he graduated with a 4.0 GPA. \nCertified across multiple disciplines\, Richard possesses a robust portfolio of credentials\, including CompTIA CySA+\, Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security)\, and VMware Certified Professional 6 – Data Center Virtualization. These certifications underpin his expertise in network security\, system administration\, and virtualization\, equipping him to handle complex security and technology challenges.\n  \nMyriam Batista\nChief Information and Compliance Officer\, Reef Systems\nMyriam is the Chief Information and Compliance officer at Reef Systems\, which is headquartered in Cary\, North Carolina. She works with companies to understand their security posture and help them comply with Federal Government requirements and commercial frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171\, NIST SP 800-53\, ISO 27001\, and CMMC. Myriam has over 20 years of experience leading the implementation of cybersecurity and technology solutions in support of commercial customers\, educational institutions\, and government agencies\, as well as expertise in conducting independent assessments and audits. Myriam’s credentials include Project Management Professional (PMP)\, Certified CMMC Assessor\, CMMC Provisional Instructor\, ISO Lead Auditor and Cloud Security Alliance CCSK Authorized Instructor.\n \nFor questions please contact:\nJennifer Fielder (704.380.0063)\nJDFielde@NCSU.edu\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/industry-expansion-solutions-cyber-awareness-month-lunch-learn-charlotte-nc/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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