NCCS portal is the Nation’s one-stop-shop for cybersecurity careers and studies. It connects the pubic with information on cybersecurity awareness, degree programs, training, careers, and talent management.
Lab capability: Computer and internet crime investigations
National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework
The National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework classifies the typical duties and skill requirements of cybersecurity workers. The Framework is meant to define professional requirements in cybersecurity, much as other professions, such as medicine and law, have done.
United States Secret Service (USSS) National computer Forensics Institute (NCFI)
The USSS NCFI is a partnership between the USSS, DHS, State of Alabama, and the Alabama District Attorney’s Association to train state and local law enforcement, judges and prosecutors in digital evidence, network intrusion, and computer/mobile device forensic issues. NCFI training courses are offered for free for state, local, tribal and territorial (SLTT) government attendees, through funding from the federal government.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Business Center
The FTC Business Center provides information on scams and frauds targeting businesses.
Better Business Bureau
Each BBB is a private entity that provides information businesses and consumers with information regarding the local business community, including current cyber scams and frauds.
Carnegie Mellon University – Computer emergency Response Team (CERT) & Software Engineering Institute (SEI)
CERT and SEI are part of Carnegie Mellon university. CERT provides a variety of resources, including papers, webcasts, and an extremely large insider threat knowledge base. SEI provides a free podcast series and for-pay training. Discounts may be available through bulk purchase agreements.
National Fusion Center Alliance (NFCA)
The NFCA has a members-only cyber threat intelligence list that fusion center members may access.
Research and Education Network ISAC (REN-ISAC)
REN-ISAC aids and promotes cyber security operational protection and response within the higher education and resesarch communities. REN-ISAC also serves as the R&E trusted partner for served networks, the formal US ISAC community, and in other commercial, governmental, and private security information sharing relationships. It also publishes a weekly training list to which fusion centers may be added.
Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX)
Supported by DHS and the FEMA, TEEX offers ten courses in three discipline-specific tracks: Non-Technical for End-users; Technical for IT Professional; and Business Manager and Professionals.
Regional Information Sharing Systems (RISS) – Middle Atlantic-Great Lakes Organized Crime Law Enforcement Network (MAGLOCLEN)
RISS offers secure information sharing and communications capabilities, critical analytical and investigative support services, and event deconfliction to enhance officer safety. RISS supports efforts against organized and violent crime, gang activity, drug activity, terrorism, human trafficking, identity theft, and other regional priorities.
