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Auto-ISAC Adds New Member – Renesas Electronics – Focused on the Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle
Auto-ISAC Adds New Member – Renesas Electronics – Focused on the Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle
Washington, DC – April 21, 2020 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) adds Renesas Electronics to its expanding membership base.
“The inclusion of Renesas Electronics increases the Auto-ISAC’s position as the voice of the global auto cybersecurity information sharing community,” said Kevin Tierney, General Motors’ Vice President of Global Cybersecurity and chairman of the Auto-ISAC. “Each of our member companies play a role in the design and engineering resiliency of our connected vehicles and their participation is key to the industry’s success to prevent cyber threats to the connected vehicle.”
The Auto-ISAC was formed by automakers in 2015 to promote collaboration between suppliers, commercial vehicle companies and automobile manufacturers around vehicle cybersecurity issues. It operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. The focus of the Auto-ISAC is to foster global collaboration for mitigating the risks of a cyber-attack and to create a safe, efficient, secure and resilient global connected vehicle ecosystem.
Additionally, the Auto-ISAC offers a strategic partner program that provides members the ability to collaborate with innovators who support the emerging complexity of the automotive cybersecurity environment.
A key function of the membership of the Auto-ISAC is publishing automotive cybersecurity best practice guides that cover organizational and technical aspects of vehicle cybersecurity. Guides on the following topics are available to the public: awareness and training; collaboration and engagement; governance; incident response; risk assessment and management; and threat detection, monitoring and analysis.
The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets and carriers and suppliers. For more information please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac. The Auto-ISAC 2020 Summit will be held October 14-15 in Detroit, MI.
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Renesas Electronics – A premier supplier of vehicle control microcontrollers and SoC products for the automotive industry, Renesas is committed to enabling customers to realize their vision for the future of the automobile. With billions of SoCs and MCUs supplied to the global automotive customers, Renesas is also a proven partner, true to its policy of “Quality First.” Renesas’ technologies address the latest trends in fuel economy, engine efficiency, driver assistance systems, body control, infotainment, connectivity, security and reliability.
ISO/SAE Releases DRAFT 21434: Road Vehicles – Cybersecurity Engineering for Download and Free Introductory Webinar Simulcast
The ISO/SAE DRAFT 21434: Road Vehicles – Cybersecurity Engineering document specifies requirements for cybersecurity risk management regarding engineering for concept, development, production, operation, maintenance, and decommissioning for road vehicle electrical and electronic (E/E) systems, including their components and interfaces. A framework is defined that includes requirements for cybersecurity processes and a common language for communicating and managing cybersecurity risk. Download at: https://www.sae.org/standards/content/ISO/SAE21434.D1
The free introductory webinar provides an introduction to the important new standard for automotive cyber security engineering. It is presented by key figures directly involved in developing the standard and its predecessor SAE J3061. Watch the simulcast at: https://event.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1283065&tp_key=95fd2af881
Auto-ISAC Adds Five Companies Focused on Cybersecurity
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Auto-ISAC Adds Five Companies Focused on Cybersecurity
Membership Advances the Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle
Washington, DC – December 5, 2019 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes four new members Google, Oshkosh Corp., Tokai Rika and Qualcomm and one strategic partner Saferide Technologies.
The inclusion of these five companies increases the strength of the Auto-ISAC’s position as the voice of the global auto cybersecurity information sharing community as it works to prevent cyber threats to the connected vehicle.
The Auto-ISAC was formed by automakers in 2015 to promote collaboration between suppliers, commercial vehicle companies and automobile manufacturers around vehicle cybersecurity issues. Additionally, the Auto-ISAC has a strategic partner program that brings great value to our membership collaborating with innovators who support learning and sharing tools and techniques in managing the emerging complexity of automotive cybersecurity.
“Google, Oshkosh Corp., Tokai Rika, Qualcomm and Saferide Technologies all play critical roles in building the resiliency of our connected vehicle ecosystem, and their contribution to the Auto-ISAC is key to our industry’s success,” said Jeff Massimilla of General Motors, who serves as the Auto-ISAC’s Chairman. “Collectively, these companies will contribute valuable information to drive the industry’s proactive work to incorporate strong security measures into every phase of the vehicle lifecycle.”
The Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. The focus of the Auto-ISAC is to foster global collaboration for mitigating the risks of a cyber-attack and to create a safe, efficient, secure and resilient global connected vehicle ecosystem.
Geoff Wood of Harman and chairman of the organization’s Affiliate Advisory Board, which represents non‑OEM members said, “We all play a key role in the cybersecurity of connected vehicles. Sharing and analyzing cyber risk information benefits everyone and it is an important step welcoming these companies to contribute to our intelligence gathering actions.”
A key action by the Auto-ISAC is the publishing of the automotive cybersecurity best practice guides that cover organizational and technical aspects of vehicle cybersecurity. Currently, six guides are available to the public: awareness and training; collaboration and engagement; governance; incident response; risk assessment and management; and, threat detection, monitoring and analysis.
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The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets and carriers and suppliers. For more information please visit https://automotiveisac.com/auto-isac-summit/ and follow us @autoisac.
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Google’s mission in automotive is to provide a safe and seamless connected experience in every car by bringing the familiarity of apps and services in a way that’s purpose-built for driving. Designed for both safety and usability, Android Auto™ and Android Automotive OS enable tasks to be performed through voice or on the car display. With the end-user top of mind, these platforms have applied best practices from Android security to help ensure data is protected. Google and Android Auto are trademarks of Google LLC.
SafeRide Technologies is a leading automotive cybersecurity company offering artificial intelligence (AI) based anomaly detection and threat prevention solutions. SafeRide Technologies will provide its expertise on the application of AI on automotive cybersecurity to the Auto-ISAC’s membership.
SafeRide’s expertise will help the Auto-ISAC achieve its key goal of preventing cyber threats in connected and autonomous vehicles. SafeRide’s technology can uncover unknown vulnerabilities before an attack happens. The AI learns the normal behavior of the vehicle and can then detect any anomaly or deviation from that behavior and send an alert of a potential attack. The company’s vSentry™ AI solution provides vehicle-level intrusion detection of zero-day attacks based on its vXRay™ machine learning and deep learning technology. SafeRide is the TU Automotive Awards winner for best AI/Data product for 2019.
TOKAI RIKA CO., LTD. : Tokai Rika is an auto parts supplier producing electronic function controllers and sensors to protect driver’s property with advanced security technology. Participation in Auto-ISAC enables us to reinforce the monitoring of vulnerability information for proactive incident response.
SafeRide Technologies Named Auto-ISAC Strategic Partner
SafeRide chosen to provide insights and education to Auto-ISAC community members on the role of AI in automotive cybersecurity.
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Auto-ISAC; SafeRide Technologies
Nov 11, 2019, 13:14 ET
WASHINGTON and TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The Automotive Information
Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) today announced SafeRide Technologies as a strategic partner. SafeRide is a leading automotive cybersecurity company offering artificial intelligence (AI) based anomaly detection and threat prevention solutions. SafeRide Technologies will provide its expertise on the application of AI on automotive cybersecurity to the Auto-ISAC’s membership.
The Auto-ISAC Strategic Partnership Program brings great value to members collaborating with innovators who support learning and sharing tools and techniques in managing the emerging complexity of automotive cybersecurity.
SafeRide’s expertise will help the Auto-ISAC achieve its key goal of preventing cyber threats in connected and autonomous vehicles. SafeRide’s technology can uncover unknown vulnerabilities before an attack happens. The AI learns the normal behavior of the vehicle and can then detect any anomaly or deviation from that behavior and send an alert of a potential attack. The company’s vSentry™ AI solution provides vehicle-level intrusion detection of zeroday attacks based on its vXRay™ machine learning and deep learning technology. SafeRide is the TU Automotive Awards winner for best AI/Data product for 2019.
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“We welcome SafeRide Technologies as a strategic partner,” said Jeff Massimilla of General Motors, who serves as the Auto-ISAC’s Chairman. “We look forward to them contributing to the continuous learnings of our membership.”
“We are honored to be chosen as an Auto-ISAC strategic partner,” said Gil Reiter, VP of product management and marketing of SafeRide Technologies. “We are seeing huge strides in connected and autonomous vehicles, but they need to be adequately secured before they can become more mainstream. Joining Auto-ISAC’s Strategic Partnership Program will allow us to collaborate with the community, sharing our knowledge and expertise, which will help enhance security and bring autonomous vehicles to the roads.”
The Auto-ISAC was established by automakers in 2015 to create a community in order to enhance automotive cybersecurity across the industry, including OEMs, suppliers and the commercial vehicle sector. It is a central hub that fosters global collaboration in order to reduce the incidence of cyber-attacks, creating a safe and resilient connected vehicle ecosystem.
About SafeRide Technologies
SafeRide Technologies is the provider of vSentry™, the industry-leading multi-layer cybersecurity solution for connected and autonomous vehicles that combines state-of-the-art deterministic security solution with a groundbreaking AI profiling and anomaly detection technology to provide future-proof security and unlock data driven services. SafeRide provides OEMs, fleet operators and automotive suppliers early detection and prevention of cyberattacks, and helps to improve operational efficiency, avoid financial damage, prevent reputation loss, and save lives. For more information, visit www.saferide.io
About Auto-ISAC
The Auto-ISAC facilitates sharing of timely and actionable information pertaining to cybersecurity threats affecting the automotive industry. It enhances the ability of the automotive industry to prepare for and respond to cyberthreats, deal with vulnerabilities and incidents, and raise awareness across the community to reduce business risks. For more information visit www.automotiveisac.com
Auto-ISAC’s Membership Adds Four Cybersecurity Companies
Advancing the Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle
Washington, DC – October 9, 2019 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes two members, TuSimple and Yamaha Motor Group and two strategic partners, ArmorText and Celerium.
The inclusion of these four companies increases the strength of the Auto-ISAC’s position as the voice of the global auto cybersecurity information sharing community as it works to prevent cyber threats to the connected vehicle.
The Auto-ISAC was formed by automakers in 2015 to promote collaboration between suppliers, commercial vehicle companies and automobile manufacturers around vehicle cybersecurity issues. Additionally, the Auto-ISAC has a strategic partner program that brings great value to our membership collaborating with innovators who support learning and sharing tools and techniques in managing the emerging complexity of automotive cybersecurity.
“ArmorText, Celerium, TuSimple and Yamaha Motor Group all play critical roles in building the resiliency of our connected vehicle ecosystem, and their contribution to the Auto-ISAC is key to our industry’s success,” said Jeff Massimilla of General Motors, who serves as the Auto-ISAC’s Chairman. “Collectively, these companies will contribute valuable information to drive the industry’s proactive work to incorporate strong security measures into every phase of the vehicle lifecycle.”
The Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. The focus of the Auto-ISAC is to foster global collaboration for mitigating the risks of a cyber-attack and to create a safe, efficient, secure and resilient global connected vehicle ecosystem.
Geoff Wood of Harman and chairman of the organization’s Affiliate Advisory Board, which represents non‑OEM members said, “We all play a key role in the cybersecurity of connected vehicles. Sharing and analyzing cyber risk information benefits everyone and it is an important step welcoming these companies to contribute to our intelligence gathering actions.”
A key action by the Auto-ISAC is the publishing of the automotive cybersecurity best practice guides that cover organizational and technical aspects of vehicle cybersecurity. Currently, six guides are available to the public: awareness and training; collaboration and engagement; governance; incident response; risk assessment and management; and, threat detection, monitoring and analysis.
The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets and carriers and suppliers. Its annual Summit is scheduled for October 23-24, 2019 and hosted by Toyota in Plano, TX. To register and become a sponsor of the Summit, please visit https://automotiveisac.com/auto-isac-summit/ and follow us @autoisac.
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ArmorText is the creator of ArmorText Secure Teams, a best-in-class collaboration (messaging, file sharing, voice, video, and screen sharing) platform built to meet the specific needs of critical infrastructure providers and regulated industries. ArmorText employs end-to-end encryption and Trust Relationships for secure information sharing, to provide a platform that delivers unrivaled functionality, governance, and information lifecycle controls.
ArmorText is currently working with automotive suppliers and manufacturers to secure research and development initiatives, existing intellectual property and sensitive communications. ArmorText is also providing education and awareness training to Auto-ISAC members on defenses that should be employed to stave off emerging threats to the automotive industry’s customers, workforce, and profits.
Media Contact: John Villanueva, VP, Strategy, Marketing and Business Development
Mobile: (202) 644-8777
Email: john@armortext.com
TuSimple is developing the world’s best autonomous driving solution for the long-hall trucking industry. They’re committed to improving safety, increasing efficiency and decreasing operating costs through the implementation of self-driving technologies to heavy duty trucks. Today TuSimple is the only company capable of transporting freight from depot-to-depot autonomously on both highways and surface streets.
Media Contact: Stacy Morris
Phone: 310.415.9188
Email:stacy.morris@tusimple.ai
YAMAHA MOTOR Group is taking measures covering both tangible and intangible aspects of cybersecurity to increase protection against external attacks, to detect an attack at an early stage, and to minimize the damage in the event an attack were to occur.
Media Contact: Naoto Horie
Phone : +81-3-5220-7211
Email : horien@yamaha-motor.co.jp
Celerium provides the Cyber Defense Network (CDN) for Supply Chains. CDN helps improve the cybersecurity posture for supply chains of automotive OEMs to mitigate business impacts such as compromised and delayed products. CDN solutions for supply chains include informational solutions to build awareness and to mobilize OEM suppliers as well as cyber threat sharing solutions. Celerium currently provides Auto-ISAC with secure information-sharing solutions for collaboration among Auto‑ISAC Members.
Media Contact: Lyndsi Stevens
Mobile: (850) 582-5351
Email: lstevens@celerium.com
Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) Joins Cyber Readiness Institute Champion Network
Leading Automotive Industry Organization To Provide Free Cyber Resources and Tools To Members and Partners
WASHINGTON, DC, April 30, 2019 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) today was named a Cyber Readiness Champion, enabling automobile manufacturers and thousands of businesses that provide parts, components and services for vehicle production to access free cyber resources and tools from the Cyber Readiness Institute (CRI).
As a Cyber Readiness Champion, Auto-ISAC members will now be able to access and implement cybersecurity best practices from senior executives at global companies as well as integrate cyber readiness programs into their corporate cultures to make their organizations safer, more secure and resilient in the face of cyber threats.
The Auto-ISAC has global representation with board members including General Motors, Toyota, Harman, Honda, Cummins, FCW, Continental and Bosch. Members also include heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers, suppliers and commercial fleets and carriers.
On average, the typical automobile is comprised of over 20,000 parts with roughly 1,000 key components that equate to thousands of manufacturing facilities and dozens of assembly operations.
“The nature of automobile manufacturing creates large and diverse supply chains that include companies of all sizes from global, multi-nationals to small, local businesses,” said Faye Francy, executive director of the Auto-ISAC. “We look forward to partnering with the Cyber Readiness Institute to ensure that all Auto-ISAC members and their business partners have access to the latest cybersecurity tools, resources and strategies.”
The CRI Cyber Readiness Program, convened by global enterprise leaders, is designed to educate and equip small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with tools and resources to address four primary cybersecurity issues: authentication, phishing, patching, and USB use. The Program focuses on making basic cyber policies and processes an integral part of a company’s operations to engage the entire workforce, create a culture of cyber readiness, and build a more cyber secure and resilient organization.
“Our global economy relies on the innovation of the automotive industry. The industry and the global economy are truly interdependent. It is important that we prioritize the cyber readiness of small and medium-sized enterprises that are critical components of the automotive supply chain,” said Kiersten Todt, managing director of the Cyber Readiness Institute. “We welcome the Auto-ISAC as a Cyber Readiness Champion and look forward to helping empower the industry to become more cyber aware and cyber secure.”
About the Cyber Readiness Institute
The Cyber Readiness Institute (CRI) convenes senior leaders of global companies—including Mastercard, Microsoft, ExxonMobil, Maersk, General Motors and others from around the world—to share best practices and resources to improve the cyber readiness of small and medium-sized enterprises.
The Institute’s co-chairs are Samuel J. Palmisano, retired president and CEO, IBM and current chairman, The Center for Global Enterprise; Ajay Banga, president and CEO, Mastercard; Satya Nadella, CEO, Microsoft; and Penny Pritzker, former U.S. Secretary of Commerce and current chairman, PSP Partners. The managing director of CRI is Kiersten Todt, former executive director of the Presidential Commission on Enhancing National Cybersecurity
About the Auto-ISAC
The Auto-ISAC was formed by automakers in 2015 to promote collaboration between suppliers, commercial vehicle companies and automobile manufacturers around vehicle cybersecurity issues. The Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. The focus of the Auto-ISAC is to foster global collaboration for mitigating the risks of a cyber-attack and to create a safe, efficient, secure and resilient global connected vehicle ecosystem.
For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.
Auto-ISAC Adds Four Additional Cybersecurity Companies Advancing the Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle
Washington, DC – April 25, 2019 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes two new members BlackBerry and Verizon and, two new strategic partners Pen Test Partners and Regulus.
The inclusion of these four companies increases the strength of the Auto-ISAC’s position as the voice of the global auto cybersecurity information sharing community that works to prevent cyber threats to the connected vehicle.
Delphi Technologies and Valeo Join the Auto-ISAC Advancing the Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle
The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes new members Delphi Technologies and Valeo.
The inclusion of these two companies exemplifies the Auto-ISAC’s continued efforts to promote collaboration between suppliers, commercial vehicle companies and automobile manufacturers around vehicle cybersecurity. The Auto-ISAC was formed by automakers in August 2015 to establish a global information sharing community to promote vehicle cybersecurity.
“Delphi Technologies and Valeo play critical roles in the design and engineering of secure connected vehicles, and we are pleased to have them join us to drive the industry’s proactive work to incorporate strong security measures into every phase of the vehicle lifecycle,” said Jeff Massimilla of General Motors, who serves as the Auto-ISAC’s Chairman.
The Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub to share and analyze intelligence about emerging cybersecurity risks. Its secure intelligence sharing portal allows members to anonymously submit and receive information that helps them more effectively respond to cyber threats.
Jeff Stewart of AT&T and chairman of the organization’s Affiliate Advisory Board, which represents non‑OEM members said, “We all play a key role in the cybersecurity of connected vehicles. Sharing and analyzing cyber risk information benefits everyone and it is important that Delphi Technologies and Valeo contribute to our intelligence gathering actions.”
A key action by the Auto-ISAC is the publishing of the Automotive Cybersecurity Best Practices Executive Summary which provides informational guides that cover organizational and technical aspects of vehicle cybersecurity. Currently, two of the guides are available to the public: incident response, governance and collaboration and engagement with appropriate third parties. Six additional guides being written include: risk management, security by design, threat detection and protection, and training and awareness.
The Auto-ISAC has global representation. Its members represent more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. Members also include heavy-duty vehicles, commercial fleets and carriers and suppliers. For more information, please visit www.automotiveisac.com and follow us @autoisac.
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Media inquiries
Delphi Technologies is a technology company focused on providing electric vehicle and internal combustion engine propulsion solutions, in addition to solving emissions and fuel economy challenges for the world’s leading automotive OEM’s. Delphi also provides leading aftermarket service solutions for the replacement market. With Headquarters in London, U.K., Delphi Technologies operates technical centers, manufacturing sites, and customer support services in 24 countries.
Media Contact:
Kristen Kinley
Director, Global Media Relations and Content Development, Marketing and Communications
Valeo is an automotive supplier, partner to all automakers worldwide. As a technology company, Valeo offers innovative products and systems that contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions and to the development of intuitive driving. In 2017, the Group generated sales of 18.5 billion euros and invested 12% of its original equipment sales in Research and Development. As of September 30, 2018, Valeo had 186 plants, 20 research centers, 36 development centers and 15 distribution platforms, and employed 115,000 people in 33 countries worldwide. Valeo is listed on the Paris stock exchange and is a member of the CAC 40 index. For more information visit www.valeo.com.
Media Contact:
Stephan Koller
Director of Communications, North America
Tel: 248-619-8377
stephan.koller@valeo.com
Women at the Annual Auto-ISAC Cybersecurity Summit
The second annual Auto-ISAC Summit welcomed a maturing global auto cybersecurity industry with 313 attendees representing 132 companies. Interestingly, 14 percent of those participating were women of the automotive cybersecurity industry whose roles include: presidents, vice presidents, analysts, threat intelligence directors, CISOs and director and managers of regulatory affairs.
The two-day member developed program was a comprehensive assessment by members, elected and government officials, industry experts and academia into the key issues impacting the auto cybersecurity sector addressing four quadrants:
Cybersecurity Legislative Policy Landscape: Participants were provided updates about the state of the cybersecurity legislative policy landscape impacting smart, connected and autonomous vehicles, privacy and cybersecurity.
Vulnerability Management and Incident Response: This section illustrated how Auto-ISAC members share vulnerabilities and respond to an incident while maintaining anonymity and collaborating across the industry.
Cyber Culture and Building an Organization: Attendees heard how to best build and staff a cyber organization and how to fill the pipeline and how academia and companies are working together to develop the future workforce for the industry. A program currently operating, The Global Future Workforce Program, demonstrated using students, ranging from high school, college and professional apprentices, how the industry is developing the next generation of cybersecurity specialists who will fill critical positions within the global auto industry.
Threat Intelligence: This section focused on the in-depth analysis of potential computer and network security threats to an organization. It was discussed that the goal is anticipating and defending against attacks rather than just reacting and that it is essential for professionals working to minimize threats to collaborate with each other and the broader industry to build resiliency across the global automotive industry.
As a compliment to the program content above, there were numerous keynote speakers from government and industry including:
Senator Gary Peters (MI)
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI 12th)
Derek Kan, DOT
Heidi King, NHTSA
Bill Evanina, National Counterintelligence and Security Center
Kathleen Nuccetelli, Office of Infrastructure Protection, DHS
Amy Chu, Harman
Ang Cui, Red Balloon Security
Jeff Shiner, Micron Technology
Ami Dotan, Karamba Security
Karl Heimer, Founder CyberAuto Challenge
Mike McConnell, Former Director of NSA, DNI and Booz Allen Hamilton Sr. Executive Advisor
David Nicol, DHS Critical Infrastructure Institute, University of Illinois
Sandip Ranjhan, Harman
Timo van Roermund, NXP
Shigeru Uehara, Toyota, Chairman Japan Auto-ISAC
The Auto-ISAC Summit is an annual event open to its members, partners and stakeholders of the auto cybersecurity industry.
The Auto-ISAC was established in 2015, when Global Automakers, Auto Alliance and 14 automakers joined forces to build this global community to foster collaboration that creates a safe, efficient, secure and resilient connected vehicle ecosystem.
Automotive Industry and Students Tackle Cyber Threats Together: Developing a Future Workforce
Detroit, MI, September 25, 2018 – Students are learning from industry leaders how to thwart security threats for automobiles, while at the same time the industry is grooming its future workforce.
At this year’s Auto-ISAC Annual Summit in Detroit (September 25-26), The Global Future Workforce Program was held to demonstrate the development of the next generation of cybersecurity specialists who will fill critical positions within the global auto industry.
An overwhelming number of companies were excited to offer internships and opportunity discussions with students who participated. One such discussion resulted in an actual job offer for a high school student by a notable cyber defense firm.
Vicky Rad of the Michigan Automotive and Defense Cyber Awareness Team (MADCAT) said, “The ability to train and exercise alongside a company representative is extremely valuable and confirms to me that this is the career direction for them to pursue.”
Faye Francy, executive director of the Auto-ISAC, noted, “One of the key issues addressed during the Summit was how to build a cybersecurity team and develop a future workforce including programs, like The Global Future Workforce Program, ranging from high school, college and professional apprenticeship programs.”
The strategic alliance of companies powering The Global Future Workforce Program includes The NEXT Education, GRIMM, GRIDSMART Technologies, Inc., Michigan Automotive and Defense Cyber Assurance Team (MADCAT), and NXP.
Elaina Farnsworth, CEO, The NEXT Education, the company who develops and manages the Global Future Workforce Program, stated, “We are empowered and committed to reaching as many students as possible.” She continued, “In addition, we applaud our corporate partners for their vision to support this program.”
Participants in the program were immersed in a live environment with demonstrations of in-vehicle and infrastructure cyber testing, illustration of career pathways and review of certification-based training. NXP Semiconductors demonstrated cybersecurity projects with students from the University of Michigan Dearborn and the University of Tulsa. GRIMM demonstrated their training and advanced capabilities in automotive cyber and penetration testing. The NEXT Education highlighted innovative certification programs and student work in self-driving vehicle programs. GRIDSMART Technologies, Inc. showcased infrastructure security and Intelligent Transportation Systems. Finally, MADCAT recruited K-12 student work from strategic career pathways for automotive/defense cybersecurity professionals.
Auto-ISAC was formed in July 2015 in a collective effort by the auto industry to establish a secure platform for sharing, tracking and analyzing intelligence about cyber threats and potential vulnerabilities. Auto-ISAC operates as a central hub that allows members to anonymously submit and receive information to help them more effectively counter cyber threats in real-time.
Currently, Auto-ISAC members account for more than 99 percent of light-duty vehicles on the road in North America. The Auto-ISAC members have developed a set of Best Practices Guidelines to address this evolving landscape and rising threat quickly. Auto-ISAC routinely conducts tabletop exercises to ensure that it is addressing what could be and how to mitigate this happening or at the very least, the impact of a hack. Through sharing, learning, and exercising best practices the industry can address the threat and continue to build resilience.
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