Keywords

cybersecurity, Cyber Space Solarium Commission, economic competitiveness, regulatory framework, defend forward, cyber diplomacy, state-level cybersecurity, regional cybersecurity, McCrary Institute, digital future

Summary

In this episode of chat:CYBR, host James Jacobs and co-host Jordan Deiuliis engage with Frank Cilluffo, director of Auburn University's McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security. They discuss the Cyber Space Solarium Commission's role in shaping U.S. cybersecurity policy, the recent report 'Securing America's Digital Future,' and the importance of viewing cybersecurity as integral to economic competitiveness. Cilluffo emphasizes the need for harmonized regulations, a proactive 'defend forward' strategy, and the role of cybersecurity in U.S. foreign policy. The conversation also touches on best practices for state-level cybersecurity and the importance of regional collaboration.

Takeaways

• Cybersecurity is a national security issue and an economic issue.
• The Cyber Space Solarium Commission has made significant recommendations.
• Harmonizing regulations is crucial for effective cybersecurity.
• Defend forward is a proactive approach to cybersecurity.
• Cybersecurity must be integrated into U.S. foreign policy.
• Trust and collaboration are essential in cybersecurity efforts.
• State and local agencies face the same threats as larger organizations.
• Regional approaches can enhance cybersecurity effectiveness.
• Empowering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals is vital.
• Cybersecurity is a societal problem that requires collective action.

Titles

• Securing America's Digital Future: Insights from Frank Salufo
• The Role of Cybersecurity in National and Economic Security
• Harmonizing Cyber Regulations: A Path Forward

Sound Bites

• "We need to impose costs on bad actors."
• "Defend forward is a proactive strategy."
• "Trust is everything in cybersecurity."
• "It's everyone's problem."
• "We need strong women in cybersecurity."
• "It's a societal problem, not just IT."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and the Guests

02:32 The Cyber Space Solarium Commission: Purpose and Impact

06:55 Securing America's Digital Future: The New Report

10:31 Cybersecurity as Economic Competitiveness

12:21 Harmonizing Cybersecurity Regulations

15:45 Defend Forward: A New Cybersecurity Strategy

19:39 Cybersecurity in U.S. Foreign Policy

23:45 Best Practices for State-Level Cybersecurity

27:26 Regional Approaches to Cybersecurity

30:11 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions