NCW Cyber Meetup - Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency

430 Olds Station Road,Wenatchee WA 98801

01 March, 2023

Description

Join North Central Educational Service District and NCW Tech Alliance for monthly Cyber Meetup events. These events are designed for business, education, technology, and community partners to come together for collaborative learning and discussion on technology topics. Every event features a short presentation from a technology professional, discussion, and time for networking! Sign up for our mailing list to receive update emails on future meetings. Meetings are held on first Wednesday of every month at noon and lunch will be provided! About March's EventPresentation by: Ron Watters, Cybersecurity Advisor, Stakeholder Risk Assessment and Mitigation at Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency During this presentation, Ron will share information about the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency can support your organization or business. CISA offers a range of cybersecurity assessments that evaluate operational resilience, cybersecurity practices, organizational management of external dependencies, and other key elements of a robust and resilient cyber framework. These professional, no-cost assessments are provided upon request on a voluntary basis and can help any organization with managing risk and strengthening the cybersecurity of our Nation's critical infrastructure. Ron serves as the Region X (WA, OR, AK, ID) Cybersecurity Advisor for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. Based in Seattle, WA, he supports the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission of strengthening the security and resilience of the nation's critical infrastructure. His program coordinates cyber preparedness, risk mitigation and incident response, and provides cyber security resources, including assessments, to the nation’s sixteen critical infrastructure sectors and state, local, tribal, and territorial government entities. Prior to joining DHS, Ron served 27 years with the U.S. Navy and Naval Reserve as a Submarine Sonar Technician and Diver. Finding not much use for a Submarine Sonar Technician in the Surface reserve Ron utilized his talents as an Intelligence Analyst and was utilized accordingly. Ron retired from the US Navy in 2007. Ron’s computer certifications are numerous to include Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Certified Novell Administrator (CNA), GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC), CompTia Security+ CE, and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). In addition to the professional certifications Ron has been awarded numerous Commander’s Coins for excellence and received Two Commander’s Awards for his work at Fort Irwin. LocationsThis is a unique event where the presentation will be live-streamed to three locations across the region. After the presentation, each location will engage in in-person discussions and networking. Please make sure you reserve the correct ticket based on where you will be attending in-person. Chelan/Douglas Counties Location | North Central Educational Service District | 430 Olds Station Road, Wenatchee WAGrant County Location | Grant County Economic Development Council & Big Bend Community College | 6594 Patton Blvd. NE, Moses Lake, WAOkanogan County Location | TBD