Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026

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Join the Commonwealth Office of Technology in celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness Month! In October 2026, the COT welcomes state staff to join us in this four-part engagement to elevate our perception and understanding of cybersecurity.​

CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS PRESENTATIONS

COT and collaborating agencies will provide presentations throughout the month of October on the latest cybersecurity threats, technologies, and tactics.

Your Role in Keepin​g the Commonwealth Data Safe, with Elwyn Rainer II (CHFS OATS DADS)
Why Should I Care About Identity Management? with Steven Moody (Louisville Metro)
October 15, 2026 from 2:00p.m. ET until 3:00p.m. | Register Here
 
How Attackers Are Using AI, and How to Counter It, with Hayden Covington (Black Hills Information Security)
October 22, 2026 from 2:00p.m. ET until 3:00p.m. | Register Here
 
COT Town Hall: Keeping the Commonwealth Secure, with Deputy CIO David Carter
October 29, 2026 from 2:00p.m. ET until 3:00p.m. | Register Here​

NOTE to Attendees: If you are unable to join using the provided links, please email COTSecurityFeedback@ky.gov from your state-issued email address to gain the Meeting ID and Passcode for the dates you wish to attend.

Automatically generated closed captions available through Microsoft Teams options menu. A sign language interpreter will be provided. If additional accommodations are required, please email us with details at COTSecurityFeedback@ky.gov​.​

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