National Cyber Director

The National Cyber Director (NCD) is a US government position and office responsible for coordinating the nation's cybersecurity strategy and policy. In the space industry context, the NCD focuses on improving the cybersecurity of space systems, including ground infrastructure and on-orbit assets, by working with federal agencies and the private sector. The NCD inventories space ground systems, recommends improved cyber defenses, and addresses cybersecurity threats to commercial and government space systems. Associated keywords include space cybersecurity, cyber threat intelligence, and public-private collaboration.