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Civilian Cyber Corps: Protecting Underfunded Organizations

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20K views 3 months ago Data Security Decoded | A Podcast Series from Rubrik Zero Labs
Welcome to the Data Security Decoded podcast by Rubrik Zero Labs. In this episode, our host, Caleb Tolin, is joined by Michael Razeeq, a cybersecurity policy researcher specializing in advocating for Civilian Cyber Corps (C3s). Michael shares insights into how these volunteer forces, C3s, are transforming community cyber defense, addressing workforce shortages, and providing both preventive and reactive cybersecurity services to underfunded organizations. Michael's research provides a unique perspective on the emergence of the Civilian Cyber Corps across various models, from university cyber clinics to state-level programs. These task forces address gaps in cybersecurity defense where resource constraints leave organizations vulnerable. As a 2024 #ShareTheMicInCyber Fellow at New America and 2025 Fellow at UC Berkeley CLTC, he advocates for a "whole society" approach to cybersecurity, highlighting successful implementations in states like Ohio …...more
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Intro: Understanding Civilian Cyber Corps with Michael

0:00

What are Civilian Cyber Corps? Core Concepts and Objectives

1:30

The Whole Society Approach: Success Stories from Ohio and Estonia

6:51

State vs Federal Efforts: Why C3s Work at the State Level

10:08

Different Models for Establishing C3 Programs: From Universities to Nonprofits

13:11

Volunteer Requirements: Skills, Training, and Getting Involved

16:38

Left of Boom vs Right of Boom: Prevention and Response Services

19:47

Measuring Success: Beyond Cost Savings to Community Impact

23:55

Scaling Challenges: Recruitment, Liability, and Legal Frameworks

26:49
Civilian Cyber Corps: Protecting Underfunded Organizations
Welcome to the Data Security Decoded podcast by Rubrik Zero Labs. In this episode, our host, Caleb Tolin, is joined by Michael Razeeq, a cybersecurity policy researcher specializing in advocating for Civilian Cyber Corps (C3s). Michael shares insights into how these volunteer forces, C3s, are transforming community cyber defense, addressing workforce shortages, and providing both preventive and reactive cybersecurity services to underfunded organizations. Michael's research provides a unique perspective on the emergence of the Civilian Cyber Corps across various models, from university cyber clinics to state-level programs. These task forces address gaps in cybersecurity defense where resource constraints leave organizations vulnerable. As a 2024 #ShareTheMicInCyber Fellow at New America and 2025 Fellow at UC Berkeley CLTC, he advocates for a "whole society" approach to cybersecurity, highlighting successful implementations in states like Ohio and drawing inspiration from Estonia's cyber defense unit. Join Caleb and Michael as they explore the operational frameworks of C3s, discuss the challenges of recruiting and vetting volunteers, examine legal considerations for establishing programs, and share insights on measuring both quantitative and qualitative impacts of these initiatives. They also look at the future of C3s through increased collaboration and partnerships like the Cyber Resilience Core. Chapters: [0:00] Intro: Understanding Civilian Cyber Corps with Michael [01:30] What are Civilian Cyber Corps? Core Concepts and Objectives [06:51] The Whole Society Approach: Success Stories from Ohio and Estonia [10:08] State vs Federal Efforts: Why C3s Work at the State Level [13:11] Different Models for Establishing C3 Programs: From Universities to Nonprofits [16:38] Volunteer Requirements: Skills, Training, and Getting Involved [19:47] Left of Boom vs Right of Boom: Prevention and Response Services [23:55] Measuring Success: Beyond Cost Savings to Community Impact [26:49] Scaling Challenges: Recruitment, Liability, and Legal Frameworks [30:38] Future of C3s: Collaboration and Growth Through Partnerships [24:01] Future Outlook for Cybersecurity 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: Apple: https://tinyurl.com/29sr4v4z Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/3xj6h2nn 👉 Subscribe here: https://rbrk.co/4cVWzno #DataSecurityDecoded #CyberSecurityPodcast #CyberSecurity
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