The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) awarded a $1,250,000 Project Grant under the Congressionally-Identified Projects program (CFDA 11.617) to the Research Foundation for the State University of New York (RF-SUNY). The purpose of this 24-month award, effective February 1, 2025, is to create a virtual reality-based training system to enhance cyber preparedness and address cybersecurity needs at the state and federal levels.
The key products and services to be delivered under this grant include: (1) designing a requirements document and prototype for a Virtual Reality Training Experience (VRTE) platform, (2) conducting internal functionality testing and developing a revised VRTE prototype, and (3) executing an external simulated cyber-incident response exercise to obtain feedback and finalize the VRTE platform for public release. This project aims to improve the cyber readiness of state governments and the private sector by providing an immersive training environment for cybersecurity professionals.
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