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In this National Cybersecurity Institute podcast, Derek A. Smith provides a brief overview of cyber risk insurance. He describes what cyber risk insurance is, talks about a few problems with this type of insurance and offers five considerations should you decide to purchase cyber risk insurance. Derek A. Smith Biography Derek A. Smith is the Director of Cyber Security Initiatives at the National Cyber Security Institute at Excelsior College. Mr. Smith has years of government and military leadership experience and holds an MBA, Master of Science in Information Assurance, Master in Information Technology Project Management, and B.S in Education. He also holds the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator, Computer Network Defense Architect, Certified EC-Council Instructor, Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA), and Security+.

In this National Cybersecurity Institute podcast, Deanne Cranford-Wesley discusses the importance of secure code in the protection of data. Dr. Deanne Cranford-Wesley Dr. Deanne Cranford-Wesley is a fellow at the National Cybersecurity Institute (NCI) and is the Department Coordinator of the Information System Security Program at Forsyth Technical Community College. Dr. Cranford -Wesley is a cybersecurity professional and has appeared as a subject matter expert on Fox8 and Time Warner News discussing recent advances in cyber security vulnerability. She holds a PhD in Education Leadership with a focus in Instructional Technology and a Master of Art in Administration. Furthermore, she has obtained the following certifications; Security +, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP®), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA®), and Cisco Certified Instructor (CCAI).

In this National Cybersecurity Institute podcast, Derek A. Smith discusses zero day attacks, attack vectors utilized to exploit zero day vulnerabilities, and steps to protect against such attacks. Derek A. Smith Biography Derek A. Smith is the Director of Cyber Security Initiatives at the National Cyber Security Institute at Excelsior College. Mr. Smith has years of government and military leadership experience and holds an MBA, Master of Science in Information Assurance, Master in Information Technology Project Management, and B.S in Education. He also holds the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator, Computer Network Defense Architect, Certified EC-Council Instructor, Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA), and Security+.

In this National Cybersecurity Institute Podcast, Derek Smith provides a brief overview of Botnets – what they are, what can they do and how to protect against them. Derek A. Smith Biography Derek A. Smith is the Director of Cyber Security Initiatives at the National Cyber Security Institute at Excelsior College. Mr. Smith has years of government and military leadership experience and holds an MBA, Master of Science in Information Assurance, Master in Information Technology Project Management, and B.S in Education. He also holds the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator, Computer Network Defense Architect, Certified EC-Council Instructor, Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA), and Security+.

In this National Cybersecurity Institute podcast, Derek Smith discusses the possibility of medical devices being hacked and the FDAs guidance on how to deal with such a threat. Derek A. Smith Biography Derek A. Smith is the Director of Cyber Security Initiatives at the National Cyber Security Institute at Excelsior College. Mr. Smith has years of government and military leadership experience and holds an MBA, Master of Science in Information Assurance, Master in Information Technology Project Management, and B.S in Education. He also holds the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator, Computer Network Defense Architect, Certified EC-Council Instructor, Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA), and Security+.

Social Media is a great way to stay connected with others, but caution is essential when building a personal internet presence. In this National Cybersecurity Institute podcast, Deanne Cranford-Wesley discusses social media safety and tricks and tips to protect your online presence. Dr. Deanne Cranford-Wesley Biography Dr. Deanne Cranford-Wesley is a National Cybersecurity Institute fellow, and is the Department Coordinator of the Information System Security Program at Forsyth Technical Community College. Dr. Cranford-Wesley is a cybersecurity professional and has appeared as a subject matter expert on Fox8 and Time Warner News discussing recent advances in cyber security vulnerability. She holds a PhD in Education Leadership with a focus in Instructional Technology, and an MA in Administration. Furthermore, she has obtained the following certifications: Security +, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP®), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA®), and Cisco Certified Instructor (CCAI).

In this National Cybersecurity Institute podcast, Derek Smith offers an introduction to ransomware, a type of malware that restricts access to an infected computer system and demands a ransom for the restriction to be removed. This podcast provides a brief introduction to ransomware, including specific programs like CryptoLocker, and steps organizations can take to combat an attack. Derek A. Smith Biography Derek A. Smith is the Director of Cyber Security Initiatives at the National Cyber Security Institute at Excelsior College. Mr. Smith has years of government and military leadership experience and holds an MBA, Master of Science in Information Assurance, Master in Information Technology Project Management, and B.S in Education. He also holds the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator, Computer Network Defense Architect, Certified EC-Council Instructor, Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA), and Security+.

In recognition of National Careers in Energy Week, Dr. Michael Johnson, faculty member, School of Business and Technology discusses recent developments in the energy industry, in-demand energy career pathways, and the importance of a degree to career advancement. Before arriving in academia, Dr. Johnson served in the U.S. Navy and worked for more than two decades in the nuclear industry. 2:20 Current in-demand energy careers. 3:25 How has the nuclear industry evolved over past decade? 4: 05 Career advancement in the energy industry. 4:25 Common questions nuclear plant workers have concerning higher education? 5:53 Energy-related degree offerings at Excelsior. Show Notes Excelsior College School of Business and Technology ABET

In this National Cybersecurity Institute podcast, Deanne Cranford-Wesley discusses networks and the importance of instant communicating to our personal and business lives. The conversation touches upon the most common attacks conducted on networks as well as steps organizations can take to protect them, including access controls, management controls, and segregation of duties. Dr. Deanne Cranford-Wesley Dr. Deanne Cranford-Wesley is a fellow at the National Cybersecurity Institute (NCI) and is the Department Coordinator of the Information System Security Program at Forsyth Technical Community College. Dr. Cranford -Wesley is a cybersecurity professional and has appeared as a subject matter expert on Fox8 and Time Warner News discussing recent advances in cyber security vulnerability. She holds a PhD in Education Leadership with a focus in Instructional Technology and a Master of Art in Administration. Furthermore, she has obtained the following certifications; Security +, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP®), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA®), and Cisco Certified Instructor (CCAI).

In this National Cybersecurity Institute podcast, Dr. Deanne Cranford-Wesley discusses the Cybersecurity Framework, which was completed in February, 2014 by the National Institute of Standards and Technology in collaboration with law enforcement, federal agencies and industry. The Cybersecurity Framework is a set of industry standards and best practices to help organizations manage cybersecurity risks. This podcast discusses possible implementations of the cybersecurity framework. Dr. Deanne Cranford-Wesley Biography Dr. Deanne Cranford-Wesley is a National Cybersecurity Institute fellow, and is the Department Coordinator of the Information System Security Program at Forsyth Technical Community College. Dr. Cranford -Wesley is a cybersecurity professional and has appeared as a subject matter expert on Fox8 and Time Warner News discussing recent advances in cyber security vulnerability. She holds a PhD in Education Leadership with a focus in Instructional Technology, and an MA in Administration. Furthermore, she has obtained the following certifications; Security +, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP®), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA®), and Cisco Certified Instructor (CCAI).