On December 9, 2024, Kate Davis, Ph.D. (Associate Professor at Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas A&M University (TAMU); Assistant Director for Education at TEES Smart Grid Center) organized the “Cyber Defense and Response Barn Raising Workshop” at the Center for Infrastructure Renewal (CIR) on the RELLIS campus. This invitation-only event brought together internal and external participants to discuss emerging challenges, practical solutions, and collaborative efforts in cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.
Key Topics & Highlights
- Cyber Defense and Response efforts focused on both campus-wide and external initiatives.
- Emphasis on research collaborations, practical security solutions, and workforce development in cybersecurity.
- Lab tours showcasing ongoing cyber research and advanced training facilities.
The workshop fostered valuable discussions on safeguarding critical infrastructure systems, next steps for joint research endeavors, and best practices for cyber defense and response.
Sponsors:
- TEES Smart Grid Center
- Texas A&M Global Cyber Research Institute