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It’s well past time to expand our notion of cybersecurity to the extended cyber terrain, which includes the onboard operational technology that powers our weapon systems and military aircraft. Read this blog from DAFITC that includes key takeaways on operational technology cybersecurity and more.
Jeff Zacuto, Director of Product Marketing, Commercial Aviation, at Shift5, shares a few important takeaways from DEF CON 30 about the state of cybersecurity in the aerospace industry and how space now plays a larger role in our overall critical infrastructure protection.
Shift5 Named Public Sector Emerging Partner of the Year Award Winner for Outstanding Public Sector Performance in 2022 Splunk Partner Awards
For more on why Shift5 pursued the AMBS ID/IQ award and what it will contribute, read this Q&A with Shift5 co-founder and CEO Josh Lospinoso.
“Any new opportunity should benefit you personally, professionally, and financially. If it’s only one, pass. If it’s two out of three, consider it. If it’s all three, go for it.” I still remember this as one of the best pieces of career advice I’ve ever received.
The imminent threat of cyber attacks within transportation only continues to grow. With this in mind, rail owners and operators should have completed the following by now…
Millions of people use transportation for work and personal purposes, and today’s complex weapon systems are technological feats. It’s in the best interest of national security to harden these systems at their weakest points, and that’s where Shift5 enters. There are many reasons I chose to join Shift5, this post outlines the most significant.
The invasion of Ukraine and the sanctions imposed by the West on Russia has raised international tensions to levels not seen in a generation. And although the specter of escalation into a full-scale conventional war looms large, intelligence sources say retaliation will more likely come from state-sponsored cyberattacks on our critical infrastructure.
This global award recognizes cyber security and information technology vendors with advanced, ground-breaking products, solutions, and services that set the bar higher for others in all areas of cybersecurity.
It’s a big day at Shift5, as we announce our $50M Series B round of funding. Insight Partners is leading the round, and we’re thrilled to announce that Nick Sinai, Senior Adviser at Insight will join our board.
In December, Shift5 attended The Reagan National Defense Forum (RNDF), an annual event that brought together leaders across the defense community to assess America’s national defense policies in the context of the global threat environment.
By November 2021, 37% of rail organizations were recruiting for cybersecurity talent, an increase from the year before, according to GlobalData. This increasing demand for talent may be indicative of greater focus on cybersecurity, following a year marked by digital attacks such as those targeting New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority, CSX, and global railroads.