Cybersecurity Symposium 2020
In recognition of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCAM), throughout the month of October the DOT Offices of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and Chief Information Security Officer will be hosting the 2020 Cybersecurity Symposium. This month-long event includes three learning tracks and a virtual vendor exhibit hall. Check in weekly for a finalized agenda of topics and exciting new education opportunities.
Track 1: Cyber Essentials (Information System Security Officers, System Owners, and Others)
Track 2: Cybersecurity Awareness and Solutions
Track 3: On Demand Sessions (Black Hat, Cyber Alliance and Other.)
Wednesday Speaker Sessions
Each Wednesday in Tracks 1 and 2, subject matter experts from within the Federal government and industry led training sessions and educational seminars. These sessions available via an online platform which provides a conference experience. Each session features a live chat with speaker immediately following the presentation.
On Demand Session Track
After initial presentation, speaker recordings are available through-out the month along with our Black Hat, Cyber Alliance and other videos.
If everyone does their part - implementing stronger security practices, raising community awareness, educating vulnerable audiences and training employees - our interconnected world will be safer and more resilient for everyone. You're encouraged to utilize this event and its numerous resources to help stay informed and #BeCyberSmart.
Registration is now open and is accepted through October 31st. Please use the Chrome browser for registration and for attending the sessions.
Join Our Symposium Cyber Challenge!
See if you can accumulate enough points to become a Cyber Champion! Your points will accumulate throughout the entire Symposium. The Component with the highest percentage of participation will be recognized by the DOT CIO. Attendees can accumulate points in any of the following ways:
· Visit an Exhibit Booth = 4 points per booth
· Download any material from an exhibit booth = 3 points/download
· Chat with an exhibitor representative = 2 points/chat
· Watch a speaking session = 2 points per session
200 Points = Cyber Champion
150 Points = Cyber Warrior
100 Points = Cyber Defender
50 Points = Cyber Sleuth
*To check your score on the event day, click on 'Help Center' and then on 'Giveaway Score'
Week of October 5 (Week 1): If You Connect It, Protect It
If you connect it, protect it. The line between our online and offline lives is indistinguishable. This network of connections creates both opportunities and challenges for individuals and organizations across the globe. The first week of Cybersecurity Awareness Month will highlight the ways in which internet-connected devices have impacted our lives and will empower all users to own their role in security by taking steps to reduce their risks.
Week of October 12 (Week 2):Securing Devices at Home and Work
2020 saw a major disruption in the way many work, learn, and socialize online. Our homes are more connected than ever. Our businesses and organizations are more connected than ever. With more people now working from home, these two internet-connected environments are colliding on a scale we’ve never seen before, introducing a whole new set of potential vulnerabilities that users must be conscious of. Week 2 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month will focus on steps users can take to protect internet connected devices for both personal and professional use.
Speaker series topic: Significant Multi-Domain Incidents against Critical Infrastructure (SMICI) for the Transportation Sector.
Week of October 19 (Week 3):Virtual Classroom General Online Safety
This fall as schools across the country opened, the global pandemic pushed many children into virtual classrooms and remote learning options. Our Nation’s schools are working hard to secure their virtual classrooms, stay engaged with their students, and provide a quality education without stepping into an actual classroom. As parents and family members, we have a responsibility to do our part. The third week of Cybersecurity Awareness Month will delve into this new normal and the implications of internet-connected device use in education, and what steps both can take to do their part and #BeCyberSmart.
Speaker series topic: Securing Internet Connected Devices.
Week of October 26 (Week 4): The Future of Connected Devices
The final week of Cybersecurity Awareness Month will look at the future of connected devices. This week will look at how technological innovations, such as 5G, might impact consumers’ and business’ online experiences (e.g. faster speeds and data transmission, larger attack surface for hackers), as well as how cybersecurity workforces can adapt to the continuous evolution of the connected devices moving forward. No matter what the future holds, however, every user needs to be empowered to do their part.
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Track 1: Cyber Essentials |
Track 2: Cyber Awareness |
Track 3: On Demand |
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09:00-09:45 |
Session 1: Privacy Threshold Assessment (PTA) Basics - Claire Barrett (DOT) |
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Black Hat Videos and Week 1 - 3 Presentations |
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Chat Lounge |
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Session 2: Privacy - Karyn Gorman (DOT) |
Black Hat Videos and Week 1 - 3 Presentations |
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Session 3: OST Records Management Program - LaVerne Ivey |
Session 3: The Move to AIOps - Dell Technologies |
Black Hat Videos and Week 1 - 3 Presentations |
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Lunch N Learn: How to Shift Security "To the Left" to Reduce Risk - GitLab |
Black Hat Videos and Week 1 - 3 Presentations |
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Speaker series topic: Privacy.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Will the event take place in-person, virtual, or a combination of the two?
ANSWER: This year's symposium will be held entirely virtually via the vConferenceOnline platform. Exact times for speaker presentations are still being coordinated, but registrants should plan for 2-3 hours of conference content each Wednesday.
2. Will I receive Continuous Learning Points (CLP) for attending this event?
ANSWER: Participants are encouraged to request CLPs for attendance at the conference; however, CLP certificates will not be issued by OST. Individuals seeking CLPs for attendance should coordinate directly with their supervisor(s) on requirements for submission and approval of CLPs.
3. How will I know I am registered successfully?
ANSWER: Upon completion of the online registration form, individuals will receive a system-generated email confirming registration. Additionally, all registered attendees will receive an Outlook Calendar invitation with full details to include the final agenda and remote participation information/links.
4. I have cybersecurity question/topic that I’d like to be addressed during a speaker session, how do I submit my question?
ANSWER: For most sessions, the speaker will interact with attendees using the platform’s chat function.
5. How much will registration cost?
ANSWER: The conference is free of charge and open to all DOT employees and contractors.
If you have general questions regarding the conference, please contact us at S83-Training@dot.gov.
We hope to see you there!