Cybersecurity for Cities
Primary audience
City Staff, Public Utilities, Information Technology, Elected Officials
Course time
2 hours and 30 minutes (total for all eight courses)
Cybersecurity for Cities Course Series
Cybersecurity for Cities is an eight-part series of online cybersecurity courses designed for elected officials and city staff.
Whether you are looking to protect city infrastructure, enhance your knowledge of secure communication channels, or develop a robust incident response plan, these courses offer valuable insights and practical guidance to help you fortify your city’s cybersecurity defenses.
The Cybersecurity for Cities series of courses includes:
Why Cybersecurity Matters
20 mins.
Discover the significance of cybersecurity and its impact on your duties as an elected official or city staff member.
Types of Cybersecurity Threats
25 mins.
Learn how to identify and avoid some of the cybersecurity risks faced by cities.
Password Basics
10 mins.
Explore password creation, management, and best practices to fortify digital defenses against unauthorized access.
Security Settings for Devices
20 mins.
Learn how to safeguard your digital assets through effective configuration and protection measures.
Data Management and Creating Policies
15 mins.
Gain the skills to implement robust strategies for data protection, privacy, and regulatory compliance in the digital landscape.
Managing Vendors
20 mins.
Learn best practices for managing your city’s external cybersecurity partnerships and suppliers.
Incident Reporting and Response
25 mins.
Learn the essential skills for effective incident reporting and response.
Cybersecurity, Emotions and Behavior
15 mins.
Discover how human factors such as our emotional responses to common requests can impact the cyber risks in your city.
Subject Matter Expert
Christian Torkelson, Cybersecurity Loss Control Consultant – League of Minnesota Cities
Features
Interactives, videos, scenarios, and knowledge checks — learn more about MemberLearn.
Cost
This free course is only available to League of Minnesota Cities members and is included as part of your city’s LMC membership.