Organizations can substantially lower vulnerabilities with secure-by-design practices, report finds

Ex-National Cyber Director Inglis says “quantitative data” in Secure Code Warrior’s report shows the importance of the cybersecurity practice.

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Coker tells Senate committee that he’d follow ONCD’s current path if confirmed to top cyber position

Former NSA executive director says that as national cyber director, he would “continue the good work ONCD has done with its partners.”

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CISA advisory committee urges action on cyber alerts and corporate boards

The advisory committee delivered a lengthy list of recommendations to CISA Director Jen Easterly on Wednesday.

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CISA advisory committee urges action on cyber alerts and corporate boards

The advisory committee delivered a lengthy list of recommendations to CISA Director Jen Easterly on Wednesday.

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Industry groups urge White House to nominate a National Cyber Director

The groups say the lack of a permanent cyber director will hinder efforts to implement the recently released National Cybersecurity Strategy.

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King, Gallagher urge Biden to nominate Walden as national cyber director

The co-chairs of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission say a permanent director is needed to implement the national cybersecurity strategy.

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Chris Inglis to resign as national cyber director

A 30-year veteran of the NSA, Inglis has helped stand up a new office aimed to bring unity of effort to U.S. cybersecurity policy.

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US National Cyber Director plans Japan trip to bolster digital cooperation

Inglis’s trip reflects Japan’s status as an increasingly important ally on cybersecurity, particularly as the administration focuses more on China.

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White House cyber director defends ‘tough’ national cybersecurity strategy ahead of release

National Cyber Director Chris Inglis defended the need for a “tough” strategy that compels industry to enhance cybersecurity protocols.

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CISA to formally solicit industry feedback on cybersecurity incident reporting rules

CISA Director Jen Easterly will meet with executives to craft a framework for cybersecurity incident reporting that doesn’t “burden industry.”

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