Strengthening State and Local Cybersecurity Through Collaborative Strategies

Joe Dabrowski Vice President, SLED, Rubrik , Ryan Murray, Deputy State CISO, Deputy Director, Arizona Department of Homeland Security, State of Arizona • October 24, 2024

Whole-of-state cybersecurity represents a collaborative approach that brings together state governments and local entities to create a unified defense against cyber threats, while addressing the unique needs of various organizations. This session will feature insights from state IT leaders who will share their experiences in fostering collaboration to develop robust cyber strategies that span schools, municipalities, and state organizations, ensuring a comprehensive and effective response to evolving threats.

Key takeaways include:

Strategies for promoting collaboration among state and local entities to enhance cybersecurity efforts.
Insights into the development of tailored cyber strategies that address the diverse needs of different organizations.
Best practices for creating a cohesive cybersecurity framework that strengthens the overall resilience of state infrastructure.

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About the Author

Joe Dabrowski Vice President, SLED, Rubrik

Vice President, SLED, Rubrik

Ryan Murray, Deputy State CISO, Deputy Director, Arizona Department of Homeland Security, State of Arizona

Deputy State CISO, Deputy Director, Arizona Department of Homeland Security, State of Arizona

Ryan Murray joined the Arizona Department of Homeland Security in July 2021 and currently serves as the Deputy Director for Arizona Cyber Command and as the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer for the State of Arizona. He also previously served as the Chief Information Security Officer for the Arizona Department of Revenue for three and a half years. In his current role, Deputy Director Murray provides tactical and operational leadership for Cyber Command, and strategic advice to Director Roemer, the State CISO. Prior to joining the State in 2018, Ryan held several public sector positions throughout Arizona including with Maricopa County and the Crane School District. He has over 20 years experience in IT and Information Security, is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) and holds a Bachelors in Cyber Security and Information Assurance from Western Governors University. In the coming year, Mr. Murray looks forward to accomplishing several key initiatives, including a significant expansion of the Department’s Cyber Readiness Program for local cities and counties, and increased collaboration for cyber information sharing across the State.