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An excellent article in U.S. Naval Institute's Proceedings this month by U.S. Naval War College scholars highlights some important lessons learned that can be applied to a future #USCyberForce. From the article: (1) expand the size of CyberCom’s active-duty offensive cyber force by shifting more defensive missions to the reserves; (2) establish the National Guard as the primary DoD entity responsible for DoD operations related to U.S. critical infrastructure defense; and (3) develop plans and build infrastructure that would enable it to operationalize a volunteer cyber force should the need arise. CyberCom needs the active-duty and reserve force generation capability to achieve that level of agility and coordination. DoD needs to extensively review the existing joint force model to determine if it's time for a U.S. Cyber Force as the newest armed forces branch. A recent report from Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) sets the stage for such a review (Lonergan & Montgomery, March 2024, "United States Cyber Force: A Defense Imperative"). #nationaldefense #criticalinfrastructure

Going to AFCEA's upcoming Mid-America Cyberspace Conference? Join government, military, industry, and academic leaders from across the country for an exchange of ideas focused on today's toughest #cybersecurity challenges facing our national defenses. Stop by our booth learn how @Tanium is empowering our #cyberdefenders with the tools to secure mission-critical networks with complete, accurate and real-time data. #AFCEA #AFCEAMidAmerica #cyberdefense #endpointsecurity

Are you interested in how the framework of the "7 Questions" used in military planning can be highly applicable and beneficial in the business world Then read our latest blog post https://lnkd.in/eyQtfnvF

Bringing back some old memories of the "7 Questions". Read how the combat estimate fits directly in to the management of Cyber Security within the business environment. #incidentresponse #incidentmanagement #threatintelligence #threathunting #threatdetection

South Korea is enhancing its defense capabilities by participating in a US-led international cyber military exercise with the Five Eyes alliance. On Sunday, South Korea’s Cyber Operations Command announced that nine of its personnel will take part in the “Cyber Flag” exercise, scheduled to run from May 5 to 11 in Virginia. According to the press release, 18 countries are participating in this year’s cyber military drill. The South Korean military has not disclosed the names of other participating countries beyond the Five Eyes member states: the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The Cyber Flag is an annual multinational exercise that has been hosted by the U.S. Cyber Command since 2011. Supported by the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing alliance, it seeks to strengthen cooperation and enhance response capabilities among its allies. This year marks South Korea’s third time participating in the exercise. The nation first joined in 2022, when 18 personnel from various military units participated in a drill alongside representatives from 24 countries. #CyberFlag #military #cyber #exercise #drill #US #FiveEyes https://lnkd.in/gjZkpVqS

How important are our alliances and partnerships in an open source era? Is it time for the Five Eyes to get a different view? And can or do we trust our alliances, and why does that matter? Be sure to register and join us for the conversation! https://lnkd.in/g3HbEnSF

In a world of significant geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important. We’re looking forward to this week’s Chief Disruptor - Army Counter-Intelligence and Security Conference, and the opportunity for collaboration and discussion with other industry leaders about the new challenges faced by the defence industry and how we address and mitigate these.

Very pleased to announce the release of the IIEA Handbook of Irish Security and Defence Terminology. This handbook is different from my other publications. It is designed to offer an entry-point into the increasingly complex and multifaceted world of security and defence which is couched in an Irish context. Intended for a more non-expert audience, but perhaps experts may enjoy it too, this handbook is designed to help unpack the terms and frameworks which are being used to understand our kaleidoscopic geostrategic landscape. #nationalsecurity #defence #defense #hybridwarfare #greyzone #iiea #irishsecurityanddefence

🔍 NATO's Cognitive Warfare Concept: A Critical Evolution for Modern Defense 🔍 The battleground of today is vastly different from what it once was. In our digitally-driven world, conflicts are increasingly fought in the #cognitive sphere, where #misinformation and #psychologicaltactics aim to distort #reality and undermine #trust. 🌟 What's New? NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT) has spearheaded the Cognitive Warfare Concept, a comprehensive response crafted with insights from over 20 member nations, academia, and industry. This initiative marks a pivotal shift toward addressing the nuanced threats of today's informational #conflicts. 🛡️ Why It Matters? This concept isn't just about understanding cognitive threats; it's about actively fortifying our defenses against them. It aims to protect NATO's decision-making processes and enhance the resilience of our military operations against disinformation campaigns. 💡 Strategic Enhancements: Strengthening public trust and safeguarding NATO's roles are at the forefront of this strategy. It's about maintaining operational integrity and ensuring the #alliance remains unshakeable in the face of cognitive #manipulation. 🌐 The Way Forward: The integration of this concept into NATO's defense planning and capability development underscores a commitment to proactive defense and strategic foresight. It's about shaping a future where information integrity and security are at the core of our collective defense strategy. As we adapt to these evolving challenges, supporting and understanding NATO's Cognitive Warfare Concept is crucial for everyone committed to maintaining #globalsecurity and #stability. more at the official page https://lnkd.in/dAckEZMi #NATO #CognitiveWarfare #DigitalAge #InformationSecurity #cognitiveresilience #CognitiveWarfare #cybersecurity #cyberspace #cyberwarfare #MilitaryStrategy 🌍💪

Akimbo Technologies Inc's DEFENSA: Elevating Naval Cybersecurity into the Future In an era where cyber threats loom large over naval operations, DEFENSA emerges as the vanguard of cybersecurity for military naval vessels. Tailored to meet the unique challenges faced by the Navy, DEFENSA represents a pivotal advancement in safeguarding our maritime assets. At its core, DEFENSA employs dynamic fault tolerance at the packet level—a capability that sets it apart. This means that it doesn't merely identify and block cyber threats; it possesses the unique ability to detect, correct, and heal these attacks in real-time, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of naval vessels. Picture a robust digital fortress—one that adapts seamlessly to the evolving threat landscape without false positives/negatives or missed vulnerabilities. DEFENSA embodies this vision, tailored specifically for the naval environment. But this is only the initial glimpse. In the posts to follow, we will delve deeper into DEFENSA's intricate workings, uncovering how it ensures the integrity of naval networks, upholds data confidentiality, and fortifies our naval forces against cyber adversaries. Stay tuned for our upcoming posts as we explore DEFENSA's role in redefining the future of naval cybersecurity. #DEFENSA #NavalCybersecurity #Innovation #usnavy #usmilitary #cybersecurity