Type
Seminar
CIFAL Miami - Cybersecurity Seminar
Location
Miami, United States of America
Date
Duration
3 Hours
Programme Area
Decentralize Cooperation Programme
Registration
Invitation-only event
Mode of Delivery
Face-to-Face
Language(s)
English
Pillar
People
Partnership
CIFAL Miami, Florida International University
Background
As part of the CIFAL Miami Emergency Preparedness and Management Workshop (October 7–9, 2025), Florida International University (FIU) has designed and will deliver a 3-hour tailored cybersecurity training session on October 6, 2025. This Seminar provides participants with specialized knowledge on cyber risk management, response, and recovery strategies to strengthen organizational resilience. The training will focus on bridging the gap between traditional emergency preparedness and emerging cybersecurity challenges affecting public institutions, private entities, and critical infrastructure in the Caribbean and Southeast United States.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the session, participants will be able to: • Recognize and assess cyber risks relevant to their sector. • Apply best practices for cybersecurity hygiene and access control. • Design communication and response strategies for cyber incidents. • Develop actionable recovery plans to ensure operational continuity. • Identify opportunities for cross-sector collaboration in cyber resilience.
Content and Structure
Session Outline: • Risk Assessment & Preparation: Key cyber threats and vulnerabilities for airports, businesses, and public agencies. • Preventive Measures: Best practices for system protection and threat mitigation. • Incident Response: Effective communication and operational coordination during cyber events. • Recovery & Resilience: Ensuring continuity and integrating lessons learned. • Emerging Topics: Cyber-physical convergence, legal frameworks, and simulation exercises.
Methodology
The session will combine expert-led presentations, practical case studies, and interactive scenario-based discussions. Emphasis will be placed on actionable, real-world strategies applicable to both public and private sector participants.
Targeted Audience
Professionals from the Caribbean and Southeast United States, including: • Airports: Emergency, operations, IT, marketing, and security managers. • Government agencies: Emergency management officials, IT and public safety personnel. • Businesses and private sector: Corporate risk managers, logistics coordinators, critical infrastructure operators. • Community and NGOs: Representatives focused on disaster preparedness and information management.
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