Cybersecurity Lessons Learned from the Last Day of the TAGITM Annual Conference

By James O’Brien, CISSP, CGCIO, Director of Information Technology, City of Friendswood

A simple lesson learned from the annual TAGITM conference is DO NOT MISS THE LAST SESSION. "Wow, I thought this was only in the movies," is about the best way I can describe my response to the content shared from Devalle and Chris from TEEX. The information shared about "Hacking the Human Mind" was material that everyone needed to hear. I have never been so concerned with watching body language of someone checking their pulse to match mine to build confidence I am in sync with them which leads to trusting them and potentially making myself vulnerable to social engineering. Again, you should have been there!

TEEX, which stands for Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service, offers a variety of cybersecurity training programs for individuals and organizations. Here are some reasons why an organization might choose to use TEEX cybersecurity training:

1. Comprehensive curriculum: TEEX offers a range of cybersecurity courses that cover a wide variety of topics, from basic cybersecurity principles to advanced techniques for defending against cyber-attacks.
2. Experienced instructors: TEEX instructors are cybersecurity experts with years of experience in the field. They are knowledgeable about the latest threats and techniques and can provide practical, real-world insights into how to defend against them.
3. Flexible delivery options: TEEX offers both online and in-person training, as well as customized training solutions that can be tailored to an organization's specific needs.
4. Recognized certifications: TEEX offers several certification programs, such as the Certified Cybersecurity Specialist (CCS) and the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), which are widely recognized and respected in the industry.
5. Cost-effective: TEEX offers competitive pricing for its cybersecurity training programs, making it an affordable option for organizations of all sizes. Some of the content is free as paid for federally, so why not use this platform as an opportunity to further your organization’s cybersecurity posture?

Overall, TEEX cybersecurity training can help organizations improve their cybersecurity posture and protect themselves against the growing threat of cyber-attacks. With training for senior staff and elected officials “in the trenches” of protecting the organization, and paid for Cybersecurity Service solution options, you can find your “All Systems Go” with this valuable resource. Never underestimate the last day session, as this was a homerun for cybersecurity awareness.