An annual CMS-wide event to promote knowledge sharing and awareness in the ever-changing digital security landscape
What is CyberWorks?
CMS CyberWorks is an annual cybersecurity event that brings together industry experts, thought leaders, and CMS staff to explore the latest trends and best practices in the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity. With a focus on safeguarding digital privacy, managing cyber risks, and promoting secure online behavior, CyberWorks is designed to engage CMS privacy and cyber professionals across the enterprise.
Attendees can expect engaging sessions covering important topics such as privacy protection in the age of data breaches, advanced risk management strategies to combat cyber threats, innovative approaches to password management, and the importance of safe browsing habits in today's interconnected digital landscape.
Whether you're a seasoned cybersecurity professional or just looking to expand your knowledge and awareness in your daily work, CyberWorks will equip you to stay ahead of cyber adversaries and protect your organization's digital assets.
You can participate in CMS CyberWorks every October during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
When is the next CyberWorks?
When: October 15, 2024
Where: In-person (CMS HQ) and virtual
Follow along in CMS Slack: #cyberworks2024
CyberWorks 2024 schedule
Here's what you can expect on October 15, 2024 at CMS CyberWorks!
Registration (8:00 - 9:00 AM)
Session: Registration and Continental Breakfast
Location: Exhibit Area
Speaker: —
Opening remarks (9:00 - 9:10 AM)
Session: Opening Remarks
Location: Auditorium
Speaker: Don Bartley – CMS OIT
Keynote (9:10 - 9:45 AM)
Session: Keynote
Location: Auditorium
Speaker: TBD – CMS
Break (9:45 - 10:00 AM)
Session: Break
Location: Exhibit Area
Session tracks (10:00 - 10:45 AM)
Cybersecurity Track
Session: A Deep Dive into Phishing: Still the Biggest Security Threat
Location: Auditorium
Speaker: Mr. Chris Hadnagy
Privacy Track
Session: An Update on Zero Trust at CMS
Location: Media Room
Speaker: Ms. Elizabeth Schweinsberg
Virtual Track
Session: Security Awareness Reimagined
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
Speaker: Ms. Mindy Baird
Break (10:45 am - 11:30 am)
Session: Break
Location: Exhibit Area
Session tracks (11:30 AM - 12:15 PM)
Cybersecurity Track
Session: The Human Firewall: Your Role in the Cybersecurity Ecosystem
Location: Auditorium
Speaker: Mr. Michael Teske
Privacy Track
Session: Threat Modeling? What the Heck is That?
Location: Media Room
Speaker: Mr. Greg Scheidel
Virtual Track
Session: Cybersecurity – Even You Can Do It
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
Speaker: Ms. Lorraine Doo
Lunch (12:15 - 1:00 PM)
Session: Lunch
Location: Exhibit Area
Session tracks (1:00 - 1:45 PM)
Cybersecurity Track
Session: How Healthcare Practitioners are Safeguarding Health Information When Collaborating with Third Parties
Location: Auditorium
Speaker: MBL Technologies Panel
Privacy Track
Session: Cyber Safety Tips for Travelers
Location: Media Room
Speaker: Mr. Andrae M.
Virtual Track
Session: Threat Modeling: Stay Ahead of the Attackers
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
Speaker: Mr. Robert Hurlbut
Closing remarks (1:45 - 2:00 PM)
Session: Closing Remarks
Location: Auditorium
Speaker: Ms. Shawnte Singletary – CMS DSPC