More dates to come.
Interested in bringing an in-person seminar to your Tribe? Contact Sullivan at suswift@pdx.edu.
About the curriculum
The Introduction to Cybersecurity Seminar will be taught in collaboration with Cisco, an industry leader in cybersecurity, and tailored to current needs and challenges that tribes face. The base seminar curriculum provides a foundational overview of the cybersecurity landscape for beginners in an accessible and practical way. The course teaches how to identify common cyber threats and attacks and the implications for individuals, companies, and governments. A core focus is on personal data protection, developing cyber best practices, and organizational defense techniques. This curriculum is tailored to the needs of tribes in Oregon. No technical background or experience with cybersecurity is required to participate in the seminar.Learn more about
Learn more about
Tribal Cybersecurity Education Programs (https://www.pdx.edu/hatfield-school/tribal-cybersecurity-education)
Frequent Asked Questions (https://www.pdx.edu/hatfield-school/tribal-cybersecurity-education-frequently-asked-questions)
Oregon Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (https://www.occoe.org/)
Speaker and Organizer Bios
Sara Shreve
Dr. Margaret E. Banyan is a Research Professor at PSU and has been teaching for the last 25 years. She has a wide range of practical experience in governing organizations, including policy and organizational strategy and cybersecurity planning. She is the co-instructor for the Certificate in Building Cyber Resilience at PSU.
Dr. Rebecca Hawk is Director of Tribal Cybersecurity Education and a senior fellow in the Center for Public Service. She has served as co-facilitator and mentor in the Institute of Tribal Government’s Certificate in Tribal Relations Program, as regional environmental policy specialist for northwest tribes and as a tribal liaison in higher education on the east coast. Dr. Hawk is of Haudenosaunee descent.
Peter Chaillé, PhD is a Research Assistant Professor at the Center for Public Service in the Mark O. Hatfield School of Government at Portland State University. As a member of the research faculty at CPS, Peter leads projects that explore leadership development, climate governance, public policy, workforce development, sustainable industries, and innovation in higher education. He also works with organizations around the Pacific Northwest, helping build leadership and change management capacity.
Richard Rader is a seasoned technology executive with extensive experience in project management, cyber security, and IT leadership. Currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer at UIDC in Canyonville, Oregon, Richard has been instrumental in developing comprehensive cyber security plans for the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians, overseeing critical IT operations, and driving technological innovation to support organizational goals.
His career spans various roles, including Technical Support Engineer and Faculty at Umpqua Community College, where he teaches database concepts and project management. Richard's expertise is bolstered by his involvement in state-level advisory boards focused on cyber security and information sharing.
He holds a Master’s degree in Computer Information Systems and has several patents to his name related to marketing systems and smart card operations, showcasing his commitment to advancing technology solutions. With a proactive leadership style, Richard is dedicated to fostering talent and driving efficiency in IT practices.
Contact
If you have any questions about this program or would like more information, please contact Sullivan at suswift@pdx.edu.