President Biden Launches New National Cybersecurity Strategy 

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May 2023

At the start of March 2023, a new National Cybersecurity Strategy was launched by the Biden administration. And it promises big things. 

The previous National Cybersecurity Strategy was released by the Trump administration in 2018. However, since then, the world and the internet has changed significantly. An updated strategy makes sense. But what exactly does it seek to change about the way in which we access and navigate our way through the internet? Well, for one thing, it starts by stating that the Biden administration will be investing $65 million in order to provide every American with access to high-speed internet. 

In terms of cybersecurity, however, the 2023 strategy tackles a much broader range of problems

The Ins and Outs of the 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy 

The paper which outlines the 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy is 35 pages long. It’s also a complex read. But this doesn’t mean the main takeaways are exclusive to high-level IT experts. This is why we’ve decided to help you by breaking down the five pillars that the paper covers: 

  1. One of the major priorities of the 2023 strategy is to secure our critical infrastructures. This means that essential systems and networks – such as energy grids and water supply systems – are at risk from cyberattacks. And, just imagine, if a group of threat actors disrupted power supplies, it would result in a major catastrophe. Therefore, the Biden administration is aiming to foster collaboration between government agencies and other stakeholders to identify and protect against any vulnerabilities. 
  1. Strengthening our cyber defenses and disrupting threat actors has been identified as a major area for the 2023 strategy to cover. This involves developing strong cybersecurity policies, ones which can quickly detect and respond to cyber-attacks. Once developed, these policies need to be implemented as seamlessly as possible to protect our networks. Naturally, investment in technology and skilled staff will feature heavily in the success of this second pillar. 
  1. The third pillar of the new National Cybersecurity Strategy seeks to make market forces drive security and resilience. This means that companies which own personal data will be expected to develop more secure storage systems, and existing laws will be updated to protect users against the risk of software vulnerabilities. The aim of this pillar is to ensure that developers need to foster higher standards of care. The result will be a safer digital landscape. 
  1. Investment is crucial in any area seeking to make improvements, and the internet always needs improvements. Accordingly, the Biden administration is seeking to improve three key areas: computing technology, clean energy technology and biotechnology/biomanufacturing. This pillar is also concerned with strengthening the US cyber workforce through enhanced education and digital awareness. 
  1. The final pillar in the 2023 strategy focusses on the importance of international partnerships to pursue shared goals. After all, the US alone cannot stop the rise of cybercrime. Common threats need to be addressed by sharing resources and pooling knowledge. The end objective is to deliver higher levels of assurance that digital systems and platforms are safe and secure. 

The latest National Cybersecurity Strategy continues the excellent foundations put in place over the last two decades. It’s a responsible step for the Biden administration to take and, at the very least, will provide peace of mind that the internet remains, on the whole, safe to use. 

For more ways to secure and optimize your business technology, contact your local IT professionals. 

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Ophtek CEO Presenting at 3 Conferences in 2022 on Cyber Security

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19
Apr 2022

Ophtek’s expertise and authority within the world of cybersecurity will be demonstrated at three cyber security conferences in 2022.

Every modern organization should prioritize IT as one of the most crucial elements of their day-to-day operations. Without suitable IT infrastructures in place, an organization’s scope for communication, productivity and security will be severely limited. Accordingly, Ophtek strives to turn these business aspirations into a reality for their clients. Ophtek’s success in this field has been the result of investing in talented employees and the careful stewardship of CEO Arash Shokouh.

The experience and knowledge that Ophtek has amassed over the last decade is invaluable. It’s a commodity which is severely in demand as, now more than ever, businesses need help navigating their way through cyber security issues and understanding the best IT practices to maximize productivity. And that’s why Arash Shokouh has been asked to present at three conferences in 2022 on cyber security.

Statement by President Biden on our Nation’s Cybersecurity.

A recent announcement from President Biden on the importance of Cyber Security highlights these issues:

“This is a critical moment to accelerate our work to improve domestic cybersecurity and bolster our national resilience.  I have previously warned about the potential that Russia could conduct malicious cyber activity against the United States, including as a response to the unprecedented economic costs we’ve imposed on Russia alongside our allies and partners. It’s part of Russia’s playbook. Today, my Administration is reiterating those warnings based on evolving intelligence that the Russian Government is exploring options for potential cyberattacks.” Read his full statement here..

Cybersecurity and Infrasctucture Security Agency.

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could impact organizations both within and beyond the region, to include malicious cyber activity against the U.S. homeland, including as a response to the unprecedented economic costs imposed on Russia by the U.S. and our allies and partners. Evolving intelligence indicates that the Russian Government is exploring options for potential cyberattacks.  For more information..

Where Will Arash Be Presenting?

Arash is due to speak at the following three conferences in 2022:

Given Arash’s diverse background as an inventor, holder of BS and MS degrees in computer engineering, status as a part-time professor in computer engineering and, of course, ownership of Ophtek, he is perfectly placed to share his wealth of cyber security knowledge.

Given the current landscape of cyber security, where ransomware and malware represent major, significant threats, Arash’s presentations will focus on addressing these issues and pointing towards a safer, more secure future for organizations. In particular, the content will be focused on:

  • Protecting your business from modern cyber threats and technology
  • Cyber security best practices for individuals and businesses
  • The future of IT best practices
  • Addressing cyber security compliance

The cumulative insights provided by these presentations promise to impart a strong understanding of cyber security to forward thinking businesses and Arash cannot wait to share his knowledge.

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