Since launching in 2021, the Mississippi State University-led Mississippi Cyber Initiative has built a strong network of collaborators that works to identify and address cybersecurity needs.
The accomplishments of the initiative to date include direct support to law enforcement for digital device investigations, the establishment of a cyber training range, and outreach to raise cybersecurity awareness and capabilities among groups like K-12 students and small business owners. That momentum was on full display during MCI’s Quarterly Cyber Summit, held Oct. 12 at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi.
“The success of this initiative is based on collaboration,” said Jim Martin, MSU associate vice president for corporate engagement and economic development and MCI lead. “I am very proud of the way this collaboration has resulted in all of us working together to leverage our unique strengths to solve critical problems.”
The summit brought together representatives from approximately 50 institutions representing academia, state government, federal government, defense and private industry. Participants were able to tour Keesler and learn more about its training mission, which includes preparing personnel for 34 different career fields and graduating approximately 6,000 cyber professionals every year.
Source : Djournal
