BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Contractor Academy - ECPv6.13.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Contractor Academy X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Contractor Academy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20210314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20211107T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220323T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220323T120000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20220308T000401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T000802Z UID:1876-1648029600-1648036800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:The Certification Process & Benefits DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/the-certification-process-benefits/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220318T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220318T200000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20211220T220854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T191104Z UID:1693-1647622800-1647633600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Scaling Graduation DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/scaling-graduation/ LOCATION:Blue Bonnet Restaurant\, 457 S Broadway\, Denver\, CO\, 80209\, United States CATEGORIES:Events List END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220305T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220305T120000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20211206T171351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220216T190019Z UID:1476-1646467200-1646481600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Contracts and Subcontracts DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/contracts-and-subcontracts/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220205T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220205T120000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20211206T170438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T174406Z UID:1468-1644048000-1644062400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Operations Planning DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/operations-planning/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220115T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220115T120000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20211206T163025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T221103Z UID:1442-1642233600-1642248000@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Company Finance and Accounting Systems DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/company-finance-and-accounting-systems/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211215T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211215T200000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20211112T191214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T175606Z UID:1419-1639589400-1639598400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:HCC GMM Dinner and Cake Auction + Annual Holiday Social DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/hcc-gmm-dinner-and-cake-auction-annual-holiday-social/ LOCATION:City Park Golf Course\, 3181 E 23rd Ave\, Denver\, CO\, 80205\, United States CATEGORIES:Events List END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211026T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211026T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210816T204543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210816T205435Z UID:1371-1635267600-1635274800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:BidNet Master Class: Learn How To Do Business with Agencies that Utilize BidNet Direct DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/bidnet-master-class-learn-how-to-do-business-with-agencies-that-utilize-bidnet-direct/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210921T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210921T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210728T011818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T210731Z UID:1330-1632243600-1632250800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Understanding Plans & Specs (Part II) DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/understanding-plans-specs-part-ii/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210914T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210914T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210527T200214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210728T011748Z UID:1041-1631638800-1631646000@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Understanding Plans & Specs (Part I) DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/understanding-plans-specs-part-i/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210824T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210824T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210728T183456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210802T163036Z UID:1339-1629824400-1629831600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Are You Ready for Design-Build? DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/design-build/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210727T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210727T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210708T155324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T155704Z UID:1100-1627405200-1627412400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Understanding Hiring Goals & Workforce Resources DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/understanding-hiring-goals-workforce-resources/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210525T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210525T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210503T174429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T152053Z UID:981-1621962000-1621969200@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Denver General Conditions: A Review of the “Yellow Book” DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/denver-general-conditions-a-review-of-the-yellow-book/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/jonathan-tribo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210504T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210504T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210412T225055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T225055Z UID:920-1620147600-1620154800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:TalenTrust (Recruiting & Retention) DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/talentrust-recruiting-retention/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/Kathleen-Quinn-Votaw.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210427T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210427T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210323T015702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T074609Z UID:900-1619542800-1619550000@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Invoicing: How To Get Paid DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/invoicing-how-to-get-paid/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210413T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210413T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210406T040702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T232220Z UID:913-1618335000-1618340400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Change Management with Tanya Davis: A Scaling Presentation DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/change-management-with-tayna-davis-a-scaling-presentation/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/tanya-davis-min-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210320T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210320T120000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210211T022836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T073749Z UID:724-1616227200-1616241600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Estimating Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/estimating-bootcamp/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/events-estimating-bootcamp.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210223T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210223T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210211T002506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T035827Z UID:711-1614099600-1614106800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Contract Review DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/contract-review/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/courses-contract-review-feb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210126T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210126T190000 DTSTAMP:20261016T100637 CREATED:20210209T060043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T002857Z UID:705-1611680400-1611687600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Construction 101 DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \n \n \n \n The title of this class might sound alarming\, but it highlights the importance of being prepared and proactive in the face of cybersecurity risks. In today’s interconnected digital landscape\, understanding the attack process is crucial for organizations and individuals alike. This class aims to explore the attack process and shed light on the steps involved\, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. By understanding a real-world example\, we can gain valuable insights into how cyber attackers exploit vulnerabilities and the countermeasures that can be implemented to prevent and mitigate such attacks. \nThe instructor will teach participants how to understand the “attack process:” \n\nReconnaissance and information gathering\nExploiting vulnerabilities\nGaining unauthorized access\nMaintaining persistence\nCovering tracks\n\nAs well as cover strategies to prevent cyber attacks: \n\nStrong passwords and authentication\nRegular software updates and patch management\nAnti-malware and firewall protection\nSafe web browsing and email practices\nSocial media privacy settings and awareness\nBackup and recovery procedures\nEmployee awareness and training\n\nThe instructor will offer practical exercises and hands-on demonstrations throughout the class\, including: \n\nSimulating phishing attacks and educating on red flags\nConducting vulnerability assessments and patching exercises\nSetting up secure networks and firewalls\nDeveloping incident response plans\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner\, Cynthetic Systems \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greg Tanner is currently the CEO at Cynthetic Systems. At Cynthetic Systems he works as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and works for his clients as a virtual chief information security officer (VCISO). He is an expert in assisting smaller and mid-size companies understand the complex and sometimes daunting process of developing a cyber security program.\n\nGreg trained in cybersecurity as a contractor at the US Department of Defense where developed hands-on experience employing security tasks on network\, server\, desktop\, and mobile devices. As a contractor Greg developed an extensive understanding of NIST\, HIPAA\, FISMA rules standards and guidelines.\n\nGreg was the founder of Jupiternetwork which became one of the most recognized technology companies in the Rocky Mountains. He sold the company to Accenture in 2008. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/construction-101/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/course-constrcution-101.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR