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On Information Sharing: This is a continuing challenge, in part
because of the way the federal government shares information. At
present, the federal government provides cyber threat information
to private sector organizations, but prohibits discussion between
those very organizations. His Office at DHS is working to address
this unintended siloing of information, so as to allow for greater
cooperation and collaboration.
On Research and Development: He views cyber security education
and training as essential, particularly because there is a rapidly
shrinking pipeline of qualified professionals. As the Baby Boomers
retire, they need to be replaced. Another speaker noted that hiring
in cyber security is growing at 14% per year. While Undersecretary
Weatherford did not propose any government solutions to increase
degree programs and students in cyber security, you have to believe
that they will be forthcoming.
On the Advanced Persistent Threat: The Undersecretary encouraged
executive leadership to make cyber security as a priority, to raise
awareness and create appropriate incentives. With regard to
prevention, he did not offer any sweeping solutions, but instead
suggested focusing on "basic hygiene" steps that all
businesses can undertake, to eliminate the low-hanging fruit and
get the greatest return on their data security investment.
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