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FEMA’s Latest National Preparedness Report

Recovery Diva

From HSToday: FEMAs National Preparedness Report Focuses on Mass Care, Cybersecurity, and Infrastructure Resilience The 2024 NPR addresses the work that needs to be done at all levels federal, state, local, tribal and territorial to strengthen national preparedness.

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The Role of Emergency Management in Cybersecurity

Disaster Zone Podcast

Emergency management has traditionally been dealing with natural disasters and sometimes human caused disasters like hazardous materials. In recent years the issue of cybersecurity has become much more prominent as an issue. In recent years the issue of cybersecurity has become much more prominent as an issue.

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CISA What is it. What does it Do?

Disaster Zone Podcast

We also achieve a better understanding of the challenges that came with starting from scratch, hiring staff and supporting states and local jurisdictions on the subject areas of cybersecurity and critical infrastructure security. Pat Massey is the guest. Region 10 encompasses the states of Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.

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Election Security

Disaster Zone Podcast

You will find that he is knowledgeable of the topic area and articulate in explaining all the tools used to protect the integrity of the elections system, both from a physical security and from a cybersecurity perspective. Hear first hand expert insights from Eric on his Podcast , Blog & EricHoldeman.com.

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Double trouble: When climate change and cyber crime collide

everbridge

At the same time, organizations in disaster zones may be forced to prioritize physical recovery over cybersecurity, leaving doors open for attackers to penetrate networks or systems. This is hazardous thinking. But government action alone is not enough. Think beyond single scenario planning.

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Risk Assessment vs Risk Analysis

Reciprocity

A risk assessment evaluates all the potential risks to your organization’s ability to do business. Security risk assessments are essential not just for cybersecurity but also for regulatory compliance. Various types of hazards must be considered. What Is a Risk Assessment? Here are some others: Financial risk.

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Crises On The Rise: 5 Focus Areas For Greater Resilience

everbridge

The global landscape has experienced an undeniable surge in hazards over the past decade. Natural disasters, pandemics, cybersecurity events, and other crises have wrought devastation on communities worldwide, leading many to question whether the hazard environment is changing for the worse.