Innovative Cybersecurity Technology and Policy Solutions
Center for Assurance Research and Engineering, or CARE is a research center focusing on cybersecurity, housed in the Volgenau School of Engineering, George Mason University. CARE's research has the following unique approaches:
• Research to Practice Orientation - We transform our research into innovative technology and policy solutions to increase security in real-world settings including through research spinoffs and corporate startups.
•Multi-disciplinary Approach - Cybersecurity is multidisciplinary by nature and CARE expertise and approach to cybersecurity challenges spans technology, business and governance and policy.
• Wide Ranging Perspective - With engagement at the city and county level and internationally with governments, companies and universities in Asia, Europe, Africa and South America, CARE has perspectives and insights into cybersecurity issues in widely varying contexts and circumstances.
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CARE – SNL Partnership on Messaging’s Social Effects
Sandia National Laboratories, the engineering science and technology laboratory for the U.S. Department of Energy, has been collaborating with the Cyber Policy Studies at a the Center for Assurance Research and Engineering (CARE) at George Mason University. The intent is to produce capabilities that enable the U.S. government to better understand and anticipate the effect Read more about CARE – SNL Partnership on Messaging’s Social Effects[…]
Speakers Announced for Next Mason Cybersecurity Forum
The George Mason University Cybersecurity Innovation Forum Series is set for Tuesday, April 28, 2020, 7-9pm at the Country Club of Fairfax, 5110 Ox Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030, close to the George Mason University’s Fairfax campus. Please RSVP Here –https://april2020masoncyberforum.eventbrite.com The speakers are: -Aaron Faulkner, U.S. Public Sector Cybersecurity Practice Lead, Accenture -Mohamoud Jibrell, CEO Read more about Speakers Announced for Next Mason Cybersecurity Forum[…]
Apache Roadshow/DC – CARE, GMU Cohosting Apache Roadshow 2020
What: CARE, GMU Cohosting Apache Roadshow 2020 When: March 25th, 2020 Where: Atomicorp HQ Auditorium, 15049 Conference Center Dr., Chantilly, VA 20151. The Apache Software Foundation is again partnering with George Mason University through the Center for Assurance Research & Engineering (CARE) and the GMU Volgenau School of Engineering to host a 1-day Apache Roadshow Read more about Apache Roadshow/DC – CARE, GMU Cohosting Apache Roadshow 2020[…]
CIOs and IT Executive Leadership – From Engineering Education to Innovations in ICT and Technology Webinar with Dr. J.P. Auffret
This article comes from The International Federation of Engineering Education Societies Webinar Series. The rapid development and adoption of mobiles and Internet have had major impacts on society and ICT is now a key component of national development in healthcare, education, financial services, smart cities and poverty reduction. Newer technologies including AI, robotics and blockchain Read more about CIOs and IT Executive Leadership – From Engineering Education to Innovations in ICT and Technology Webinar with Dr. J.P. Auffret[…]
Call for Papers Open Now for 15th Annual IAC Conference on Sept. 28-30, 2020, at GMU in Arlington, VA, U.S.
Technology Leadership and Policy in the Age of AI, Blockchain, Robotics and 5G The 15th International Academy of CIO Annual Conference on September 28th to 30th, 2020 in Arlington, VA U.S.A. is being held at a time of great technology related opportunity and risk. With AI, Blockchain and 5G, there is opportunity in new product Read more about Call for Papers Open Now for 15th Annual IAC Conference on Sept. 28-30, 2020, at GMU in Arlington, VA, U.S.[…]
15th Annual International Academy of CIO (IAC) Conference Date Announced for September 28-30, 2020 at George Mason University’s Arlington, VA Campus
Announced today, the 15th Annual International Academy of CIO (IAC) Conference is set for September 28-30, 2020 at George Mason University’s Arlington, VA Campus. The IAC Annual Conference brings together government, private sector and academia participants to discuss and exchange ideas and best practices on ICT leadership and governance in light of rapidly changing technology. Read more about 15th Annual International Academy of CIO (IAC) Conference Date Announced for September 28-30, 2020 at George Mason University’s Arlington, VA Campus[…]
Scaling Local Government Cybersecurity Article Written by Marissa Da Silva on September 26th, 2019
Scaling Local Government Cybersecurity – Written by Marissa Da Silva on September 26th, 2019 With the increasing reliance upon information technology, cybersecurity is strategic imperative for communities across the United States. Unfortunately, many cities don’t have sufficient budgets or expertise when it comes to addressing the cybersecurity challenge. Jean-Pierre (J.P) Auffret, director, research partnerships, School Read more about Scaling Local Government Cybersecurity Article Written by Marissa Da Silva on September 26th, 2019[…]
14th Annual IAC Conference, “Driving Digital Government Transformation by Innovative Technologies,” to be Held in Taiwan on September 25 -27, 2019, hosted by Taiwan National Development Council, Taiwan E-Governance Research Center and the International Academy of CIO
The International Academy of CIO (IAC) announces the topic of “Driving Digital Government Transformation by Innovative Technologies,” for the 14th Annual IAC Conference to be held on September 25 -27, 2019 in Taipei, Taiwan, hosted by Taiwan National Development Council and Taiwan E-Governance Research Center. The conference’s speakers will include Dr. Mei-ling Chen, Minister, National Read more about 14th Annual IAC Conference, “Driving Digital Government Transformation by Innovative Technologies,” to be Held in Taiwan on September 25 -27, 2019, hosted by Taiwan National Development Council, Taiwan E-Governance Research Center and the International Academy of CIO[…]
Chih Ho Chou, Section Chief, The Department of Cyber Security, Executive Yuan, Government of Taiwan Visits Mason; Researches Similarities and Differences in Approach to Cyber Security Legislation and Policy Between Taiwan and the U.S. with JP Auffret
On January 1, 2019, Taiwan’s executive branch of government began implementing the Cyber Security Management Act which was enacted by the President on June 6, 2018 and passed by the Legislative Yuan in May 2018. Chih Ho Chou’s time at Mason will contribute to his work on this task force implementing the Act. He will Read more about Chih Ho Chou, Section Chief, The Department of Cyber Security, Executive Yuan, Government of Taiwan Visits Mason; Researches Similarities and Differences in Approach to Cyber Security Legislation and Policy Between Taiwan and the U.S. with JP Auffret[…]
Humphrey Fellow from Central African Republic Visiting Mason to Explore ICT for Development and Cybersecurity Policy
Humphrey Fellow, Serge Adouaka-Ngoimale is visiting George Mason University for six weeks and working with Professor J.P. Auffret, director, Research Partnerships in the School of Business and associate director of the Center for Assurance Research and Engineering in the Volgenau School of Engineering at Mason on the topics of ICT for Development and Cybersecurity Policy Read more about Humphrey Fellow from Central African Republic Visiting Mason to Explore ICT for Development and Cybersecurity Policy[…]