TAMPA, FL. (March 24, 2010) – Sypris Electronics LLC, a subsidiary of Sypris Solutions, Inc., is partnering with Purdue University’s Center for Education and Research in Information Assurance and Security (CERIAS) to jointly focus on cyber security advancements for the protection of the U.S. Government’s networks and the Country’s critical infrastructure. Sypris Electronics will also sit on the External Advisory Board for CERIAS and advise on the future direction of information assurance, security and digital forensic research.
As part of the partnership agreement with CERIAS, Sypris Electronics plans to collaborate on information security research, specifically pertaining to trusted computing, critical infrastructure protection and cloud computing security. These elements are core in the United States Government’s pursuit to the continued protection of cyber security.
“We are committed to the advancement of cyber security to help mitigate current and future threats that challenge our national security,” stated John Walsh, President of Sypris Electronics. “Sypris is currently leading an initiative to bring together best practices, research and knowledge in cyber security from industry, academia and government to increase the protection of our Country, Warfighters and critical infrastructure. As cyber threats evolve, so does the need to protect critical infrastructure to maintain operations and complete their missions while under attack. This cyber resiliency will be a focus of our ongoing research with CERIAS.”
"We’re excited to partner with Sypris Electronics on issues of national cyber security,” expressed Eugene H. Spafford, Executive Director of CERIAS. “Our work together will not only lead to technology advances but will help us to continue to prepare students for the “real world” and the issues they’ll be tasked to address as the next generation of information security professions, researchers and policy makers. Our mission has been to build collaborative relationships with industry, government and other academic entities to advance the state of cyber security through basic and applied research while serving as a resource to the global community. We welcome this opportunity to partner with Sypris Electronics as we continue innovation at the forefront of information protection."
Sypris Electronics is a world-class, integrated systems solutions provider. Our ruggedized electronic products, advanced engineering services and complete electronic manufacturing capabilities are aligned to provide our customers the best people, practices and technologies to continually exceed expectations. We consistently promote an agile, innovative culture by strategically partnering with leading-edge technology companies, agencies and universities. With over 40 years of experience, Sypris Electronics is proud to develop, manufacture and integrate leading technologies into mission critical electronics systems that secure America’s interest. Visit www.sypriselectronics.com for additional company information.
Purdue’s CERIAS is regarded as one of the leading centers for research and education in information security and assurance. The Center’s core competencies are in the protection and security of critical computing and communication infrastructure. CERIAS is recognized throughout the world for its research and contributions in the field of cyber security both for the Government and commercial sectors.