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OTCC AI Working Group Series, Part Two: Pressure-Testing Foundational Assumptions for OT Cybersecurity
On June 22, the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OTCC) convened the second session of its four-part AI Working Group Series, bringing together a diverse group of government leaders, international partners, critical infrastructure owners and operators, technology manufacturers, cybersecurity companies, and policy experts to examine one of the most pressing questions facing operational technology (OT) cybersecurity today: How is artificial intelligence changing t
Jun 265 min read
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Coalition Applauds Operational Technology Focus Within House Homeland Security Appropriations Bill Report
Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition, applauded Congressional interest in ensuring the mandatory inventory of federal operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) assets, and including them in the Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation program run by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency: “Congress’s engagement in oversight of these requirements sends a clear signal that securing our nation’s operational technology is a priority and represe
Jun 11, 20242 min read
Feedback on the proposed rule on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Program
February 26, 2024 Office of the Department of Defense Chief Information Officer Department of Defense 1000 Defense Pentagon Washington, DC 20301-1000 Submitted via regulations.gov RE: Feedback on the proposed rule on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certificatio n (CMMC) Program, docket number DoD–2023–OS–0063 The Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OTCC) appreciates the opportunity to submit feedback on the proposed rule updating requirements fo
Feb 28, 20243 min read
OT Cyber Coalition Submits Comments on Secure By Design Whitepaper
The OTCC supports policies that promote cybersecurity by design for safety, security, and reliability.
Feb 21, 20247 min read
How FAR Case 2021–017 Impacts Federal Contractors' Cybersecurity Measures
February 2, 2024 Re: FAR Case 2021–017 The Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OTCC) appreciates the opportunity to submit feedback on FAR Case 2021–017, which seeks to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to partially implement Executive Order 14028 on cyber threats and incident reporting and information sharing for Federal contractors and to implement related cybersecurity policies. The OTCC is a diverse group of leading industrial control system
Feb 2, 20247 min read
Understanding the Impact of FAR Case 2021-019 on Cybersecurity Contractual Requirements
February 2, 2024 Re: FAR Case 2021–019 The Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OTCC) appreciates the opportunity to submit feedback on FAR Case 2021–019, which seeks to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to partially implement Executive Order 14028 to standardize cybersecurity contractual requirements across Federal agencies for unclassified Federal information systems (FIS). The OTCC is a diverse group of leading industrial control systems (ICS)
Feb 2, 20243 min read
Coalition Celebrates Strategic Cybersecurity Program in 2024 National Defense Authorization Act
Washington, DC – Following passage of the U.S. Department of Defense Fiscal Year 2024 authorization bill, the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition released the following statement: “Section 1502 represents a huge milestone for our national cybersecurity posture. The Department of Defense is addressing existing ICS/OT cybersecurity risks that seriously threaten our military readiness and national security. Once the new Strategic Cybersecurity Program is in place, the
Dec 15, 20231 min read
Coalition Asks Congress to Protect Strategic Cybersecurity Program in National Defense Authorization
Washington, DC – As the House and Senate Armed Services Committees finalize their U.S. Department of Defense Fiscal Year 2024 authorization bill, the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition is calling on conferees to protect a provision focused on addressing the cybersecurity risks of DoD’s critical infrastructure. “Over the better part of the decade, Congress has directed DoD to address its ICS/OT cybersecurity risks across multiple NDAAs, with DoD making marginal
Nov 29, 20235 min read
OT Cyber Coalition Welcomes Armis as Newest Member
Washington, DC – Today, the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OT Cyber Coalition) announced that Armis will join the diverse group of leading cybersecurity vendors in support of the organization’s effort to enhance the resiliency of the nation’s critical infrastructure. Armis is the 17th company to join the OT Cyber Coalition since its launch in April 2022. “As we face an era of rapidly escalating cybersecurity threats, the need for a diverse range of interopera
Nov 13, 20232 min read
OT Cyber Coalition Submits Comments in Support of NIST CSF 2.0
November 6, 2023 National Institute of Standards and Technology 100 Bureau Drive Gaithersburg, MD 20899-2000 Email: cyberframework@nist.gov Re: Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition Support for NIST CSF 2.0 Thank you for the work that the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has put into its multi-year effort to update the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF or Framework) 2.0; especially as it applies to operational technology. The Operational Technolo
Nov 13, 20233 min read
The National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy is out!
On Monday, July 31, the Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD) released the National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy. This strategy builds upon both the broader National Cybersecurity Strategy and the National Cybersecurity Strategy Implementation Plan and includes four pillars: 1. Equip every American with foundational cyber skills; 2. Transform cyber education; 3. Expand and enhance America’s cyber workforce; and 4. Strengthen the feder
Aug 4, 20232 min read
OT Cyber Coalition Statement on National Cybersecurity Strategy Implementation Plan
Washington, DC – Following the release of the ONCD National Cybersecurity Strategy Implementation Plan , the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OT Cyber Coalition) released the following statement: “Without implementation, there is no meaningful change. This is a critical step forward in building our cyber resilience and taking a strategy from text to execution. “We also look forward to working with critical infrastructure stakeholders as cybersecurity requiremen
Jul 13, 20232 min read
OT Cyber Coalition Welcomes RMC Global as Newest Member
Washington, DC – Today, the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OT Cyber Coalition) announced that RMC Global will join the diverse group of leading cybersecurity vendors in support of the organization’s effort to enhance the resiliency of the nation’s critical infrastructure. RMC is the 16th company to join the OT Cyber Coalition since its launch in April 2022. “The addition of RMC further bolsters our coalition’s ability to inform federal policies in the most c
Jun 8, 20232 min read
Fortinet Joins the OT Cyber Coalition to Help Enhance Critical Infrastructure Resiliency in the U.S.
Washington, DC – Today, the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OT Cyber Coalition) announced that Fortinet , the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, will collaborate with other industry vendors and U.S. government organizations to enhance the resiliency of the nation’s critical infrastructure. “We are excited to welcome Fortinet to the OT Cyber Coalition and look forward to their contribution in pushing forward our miss
May 16, 20232 min read
One year of combining forces to secure our nation's critical infrastructure
Wednesday, April 12 marked the one-year anniversary of the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OT Coalition). Founded by Claroty, Forescout, Honeywell, Nozomi Networks, and Tenable for the purpose of helping to secure our nation’s critical infrastructure, over the course of the year the OT Coalition has tripled in size, broadening the expertise of the organization. We greatly value how our members, with their varying backgrounds, come together to advocate for stan
Apr 17, 20232 min read
OTCC Statement on the Biden Administration National Cybersecurity Strategy
Today, the Biden Administration released its National Cyber Strategy, as it works to tackle the many threats facing our digital world. The Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition strongly supports the U.S. government’s continued focus on protecting our digital ecosystem, with a clear understanding of the importance of defending our critical infrastructure in a world where cyber threats have a tangible impact on citizens’ everyday lives. By cultivating unity of purpose
Mar 2, 20231 min read
Industrial Defender and Shift5 Join Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition
February 13, 2023 Washington, DC – Today, the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OT Cyber Coalition) announced the addition of two new members – Industrial Defender and Shift5 – as it continues to serve as the leading voice for the OT community. “We are excited to have Industrial Defender and Shift5 join the OT Cyber Coalition,” said Andrew Howell, Executive Director, OT Cyber Coalition. “They bring a wealth of knowledge on OT cybersecurity that will enhance the
Feb 13, 20231 min read
OT Coalition Submits Comments to TSA on Enhancing Surface Cyber Risk Management
January 31, 2023 Transportation Security Administration U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140 Washington, DC 20590-0001 Submitted via electronic filing through www.regulations.gov RE: Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition’s Response to Docket No. TSA-2022-0001, Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Enhancing Surface Cyber Risk Management TSA Surface Transportation Policy Team: The Operational Technolo
Jan 31, 20236 min read
Celebrating Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month this November
President Biden proclaimed November 2022 as Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month, and we at the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition join the President in our commitment to improving the resilience of our nation’s critical infrastructure. Our critical infrastructure includes the systems that keep our nation running every day – from water and energy to hospitals and schools. And as information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) converge,
Nov 30, 20222 min read
OTCC Responds to CISA RFI on CIRCIA
November 14, 2022 Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Department of Homeland Security 245 Murray Lane Washington, D.C. 20528-0380 Submitted via Federal eRulemaking Portal, and via email to circia@cisa.dhs.gov CISA CIRCIA Team: The Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OT Cyber Coalition) appreciates the opportunity to submit feedback to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) Request for Information (RFI) [1] related to the Notice
Nov 14, 20224 min read
OTCC Responds to FERC NOPR on Advanced Cybersecurity Investments
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Establish Rules for Incentive-Based Rate Treatments for Certain Voluntary Cybersecurity Investments by Utilities. November 7, 2022 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Office of the Secretary 888 First Street NE Washington, DC 20426 Submitted via electronic filing through https://www.ferc.gov RE: Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition’s Response to Docket No. RM22–19– 000, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Establish Rules for Inc
Nov 7, 20224 min read
Interested in joining the OTCC?
We welcome organizations committed to advancing OT cybersecurity through collaboration and shared expertise. If you’re interested in becoming a member, please visit the Join the OTCC page. If you have any further questions, please reach out to info@otcybercoalition.org.
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