cybersecurity

Office of Information Technology releases update on May 2025 cybersecurity event

Alabama’s OIT is working with experts to contain the breach, secure systems and restore services after employee credentials were compromised.

Alex Jobin

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May 13, 2025

Sen. Britt reintroduces Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act

"Food security is national security and recognizing that requires our farmland be protected from foreign adversaries," Britt said.

Alex Jobin

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March 13, 2025

Innovate Alabama expands cybersecurity, entrepreneurship programs statewide

Innovate Alabama is launching two pilot programs aimed at developing workforce talent in cybersecurity and entrepreneurship.

February 26, 2025

Fellowship program to address cybersecurity talent gap in Alabama

Funded by Innovate Alabama, the program aims to address the growing cybersecurity talent gap in Alabama.

January 20, 2025

McCrary Institute leads in cybersecurity innovation, collaboration

The institute is poised to have a significant influence over the direction of cybersecurity for the future.

Bill Britt

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February 28, 2024

Auburn’s McCrary Institute to bring together leading public, private cybersecurity experts

Six of the nation’s most senior cybersecurity officials will gather Tuesday, Oct. 19.

October 19, 2021

Rogers, Carl and Sewell vote to pass National Defense Authorization Act

The vote split the Alabama Congressional delegation with Reps. Mike Rogers, Jerry Carl and Terri Sewell voting in favor.

Brandon Moseley

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September 24, 2021

UA partners with Alabama Power and Techstars on energy-focused accelerator

The EnergyTech accelerator organization will support startups in energy technology and advance the University of Alabama’s educational and research mission.

Brandon Moseley

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October 12, 2020

Merrill works with leaders in Israel to increase cybersecurity efforts in America

Just five days into his visit to Jerusalem, Israel, Secretary Merrill has been exposed to a variety of challenges, perspectives, and preventative measures in the world of cybersecurity. “Israel’s cybersecurity efforts are leading the world, and I am grateful for the opportunity to study and learn from their practices. After meeting with key leaders from … Continued

December 19, 2019