CCICADA Seminar Series in Homeland Security-December 6, 2024
Cyber Threats in the Port of New York and New Jersey
FEATURED SPEAKER: Brendan Dolan, US Coast Guard
Date/Time: Friday, December 6, 2024, 1:30 to 2:30 pm
Online via Microsoft Teams:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZTJhM2JlMjYtY2Q3MC00ZThjLThmYjktMDBiNjk3NGZmNjdh%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b92d2b23-4d35-4470-93ff-69aca6632ffe%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22c639988b-7a97-47e8-bdff-8ea6f043b92a%22%7d
Abstract:
The Port of New York and New Jersey faces a complex landscape of cyber threats, posing significant risks to its critical infrastructure and operations. These threats include ransomware attacks targeting port systems and operations, phishing campaigns aiming to compromise employee credentials, and malware infections targeting vulnerable systems. Additionally, supply chain attacks targeting port-related software and hardware vendors pose a serious threat. The increasing sophistication of cyber threats necessitates a multi-layered approach to cybersecurity, including employee awareness training, and collaboration with government agencies to ensure the port’s resilience against these evolving challenges.
Bio: Brendan Dolan is a dedicated cybersecurity professional and U.S. Coast Guard veteran currently serving as the Marine Transportation System (MTS) Cybersecurity Specialist at Sector New York. With five years of active duty, Brendan was stationed on the USCGC Thetis and deployed to the Persian Gulf, where he developed critical skills in maritime security.
Before his current role, Brendan served as an Intelligence Specialist, focusing on gathering information to combat illegal fisheries, highlighting his commitment to sustainable marine practices. He holds a master’s degree in Cybersecurity from Southern New Hampshire University, which enhances his ability to address cybersecurity challenges in the maritime sector.
In his role as MTS Cybersecurity Specialist, Brendan reviews cybersecurity annexes for Marine Transportation Security Act (MTSA) regulated facilities and provides crucial training to port partners and stakeholders. His blend of military service, intelligence expertise, and advanced education makes him a vital asset to the U.S. Coast Guard and the maritime community.
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