Cory Williams: NCSR - A Quick Guide Through the Maturity Levels

Description

In this introductory course on the NCSR maturity levels, we’ll explore the stages of cybersecurity maturity through a fun and relatable analogy: building a cake. Starting with basic ingredients to more complex layers, we'll break down each maturity level and how it represents the development of a stronger cybersecurity framework. Cory will be guiding you through the process step by step, using the cake-building metaphor to make the concepts easier to digest and apply in real-world scenarios. 

Speaker

Cory Williams
Compliance & Risk Assessment Analyst
WaTech

Cory Williams is a Compliance and Risk Assessment Analyst with Washington Technology Solutions, where he has been making a significant impact for over a year. With a solid foundation in both law and technology, his unique expertise bridges the gap between criminal justice and information technology.

Cory holds a BA in Law and Justice from Central Washington University, followed by an MS in Information Technology with a concentration in Data Science. His dedication to staying at the forefront of the industry is evident in his further achievements, having earned two certificates in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics and Incident Response.

Cory’s professional journey began in the criminal justice field, where he spent five years working in various roles, including law enforcement, juvenile corrections, CPS investigation, and private fraud and abuse investigations. This diverse background has provided him with a deep understanding of the intersection between legal frameworks and technological solutions.