The Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI) in Southwest Virginia gave a set of ambitious cybersecurity projects a big boost with awards of up to $75,000 each for the current fiscal year.
Such projects are one way CCI Southwest Virginia concentrates talent to further the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative’s mission to advance Virginia as a global cybersecurity leader. Researchers working in data, security, and related areas can learn more about upcoming opportunities at the annual CCI regional meeting on Oct. 3 from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
“What’s your field? If there’s a technological component involved, cybersecurity issues are likely,” said Gretchen Matthews, director of the Southwest Virginia node. “We are here to ensure that researchers have the resources and expertise they need to infuse security into their efforts.”
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