b'CYBERSECURITY ECOSYSTEMSTHE BUSINESS CASE FOR CYBERSECURITY NECESSARY TO ENSUREAccordingtoanational2018Deloittestudyon cybersecurity, at least one state reported an average of TECH SECURITY300 million attacks per day. To develop proactive strategies to prevent cyberattacks, Michigan launched the cybersecurity initiative in 2011, the worlds first comprehensive state-level approach to BY SARAH TENNANT, STRATEGIC ADVISOR OF CYBER INITIATIVES, MICHIGAN ECONOMICcybersecurity. This program has effectively improved DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (MEDC) the states cybersecurity defenses and fosters rapidly growing talent and business environments. As the world becomes increasingly connected throughThere is more data in vehicles than ever before. With advancements in technology, ensuring the safety andsensorsconnectingdriverlessvehiclestoacitysMichigan now ranks third for cybersecurity growth potential securityofautomobiles,drones,electronicdevices,infrastructure, cameras, radar, and lidar to navigate theand has experienced a 17% growth in occupations like and our cities is a top priority.vehicles surrounding, and in-cabin technologies thatcomputer science, web development, etc. that are core toofferingITandcybersecurityserviceshaveroughly monitor the drowsiness of a driver to alert in instancesthe IT and cybersecurity industry over the past five years.20,000 sites throughout Michigan.Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool thats beingwhereatakeoverisneeded,someworrythesameThese roles are crucial to a subject that touches all industries. usedtoimprovenearlyeveryindustry.FromdigitaltechnologythatwascreatedtomitigatesafetyrisksThe state is also home to the Michigan Cyber Range, farming tools used to help growers optimize and sustaincould actually pose a threat. CREATING CYBERSECURITY ECOSYSTEMS the nations largest unclassified, network-accessible their crops to driverless shuttles that aim to improvecybersecurity training platform. Run by Merit Network, mobility solutions in cities worldwide, AI technology isWho owns the data thats being collected on a dailyCyber Range provides students and IT professionals with rapidly transforming business models across the globe.basisinourvehicles?AndwhereexactlyisitbeingEffectivecybersecurityrequirescollaboration,thea foundation through hands-on coursework, exercises, stored?Doesavirtualcloudexistforeverysinglecurrent workforce, and higher education institutions. Asand labs, plus more than 40 professional certifications, Although the industries may be different, the goalvehicle on the road? And if so, is that cloud secure? we combat these challenges, the main crisis is talentdevelopingtalentandsettingaframeworkforother remains the same: to use machine learning to createacquisition in the cybersecurity space. states. While network cybersecurity has been around for efficiencies and improve operations to produce safer,These are questions consuming cyber sectors.a long time, an industry focus on the security of cyber-more effective products for consumers. Michigan has developed robust cybersecurity communitiesphysical systems is a new and emerging market. Asautomakershaverisentothechallengetofocused on connecting people, educational institutions, If the end game is increased safety, cybersecurity needsmeet consumer demand for improved mobility andemployers,andlocalgovernmentstodevelopWe need input from experts on what their needs are to be a large part of the conversation.accessibilitythroughdriverlessvehicles,mobilecybersecurity ecosystems. The state is home to theso that we can train the existing and future workforce connectivity runs an inherent risk on privacy and safety.SAE CyberAuto and CyberTruck Challenges, as well astomeetthecybersecurityindustrysgrowingneeds. COMBATING THE PERILS OF CONNECTEDnew innovative programs addressing industry needs,Cybersecurityshouldnolongerbetheindustrys CONVENIENCEAtleast1.4millionvehicleshavebeenimpactedbylikeWayneStateUniversityscertificateprograminbiggest threat, but rather newest safety feature. cybersecurity-related recalls since 2015. As a result, thecyber-physical systems. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regularly Its no secret that AI is disrupting our everyday lives.collaborates with other government agencies, vehicleAs of 2016, there were nearly 140,000 people working FromAmazonAlexatoWaymosdriverlesstaximanufacturers, suppliers, and the public to further industryintheITandcybersecurityrealminMichigan,more service, the way we live, work, and play are changingefforts in addressing vehicle cybersecurity challenges.than half of whom are in the Detroit region. Companies forever, with many of these advances providing more convenience to consumers. This technology definitely makes life easier, but just how safe is it from a data-breaching standpoint?SARAHTENNANTistheStrategicAdvisorCyberInitiativesattheMichiganEconomic Takedriverlessvehicles,forinstance.WithseveralDevelopment Corporation. Serving as the States program expert and advisor to the Michigan incidents making the news over the last year, many ofEconomic Development Corporation (MEDC), Sarah collaborates with other government agencies, the big players in driverless car development pressedacademia, and industry on raising awareness and promoting the growth of the cyber ecosystem pause to evaluate algorithms, systems, and hardware. within the State of Michigan. Sarahs focus is on cultivating cybersecurity talent through statewide education, with an emphasis on the emerging embedded systems security space, while promoting They also posed the question of whether cyber attacksa collaborative statewide approach to cybersecurity.play a role in the dysfunction of AV technology. 31'