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Building a Culture of Security: Cybersecurity Basics for Transit in NC
September 16, 2026
Cyberattacks on transit systems and local governments are rising sharply across North Carolina — and they increasingly disrupt operations, not just paperwork. NCDOT's Integrated Mobility Division invites you to a 45-minute webinar that introduces Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity in plain language for agency leaders, county departments, and contracted operators.
No technical background required. Whether you're an FTA-direct agency or a small rural provider, you'll leave knowing what OT cybersecurity is, why it now matters for FTA-funded transit, how expectations differ by agency and funding source, and the practical first steps you can take today.
You'll be able to answer:
- What is OT cybersecurity, and why is it a service resilience issue?
- Which FTA cybersecurity expectations apply to my agency — and which don't?
- What should I protect first, and who needs to be in the room when something goes wrong?
Details
- Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
- Time: 1:00 – 1:45 PM ET, followed by live Q&A
- Where: Virtual (webinar link provided upon registration)
Presenter:
Christopher Crawford, Senior VP, OT Cybersecurity & Fleet Innovation, WSP
Christopher L. Crawford brings over 25 years of leadership in transportation technology, delivering innovative solutions in systems integration, predictive analytics, and cybersecurity across aerospace, government, telecom, and transportation. His roles at Bombardier Transportation (Head of Innovation, Director of Transit Security Solutions) and Ericsson (Chief Engineer, Secure Integrated Solutions) equipped him with deep expertise in transit systems, including predictive fleet monitoring and high-speed wireless communication.
As Head of Digital Systems for WSP’s Tel Aviv Redline Project, Mr. Crawford led the client-facing delivery of 23 communications-based systems for a hybrid autonomous metro rail, integrating sensor-driven technologies and broadband wireless. In this role he led the Cybersecurity Project and Design teams in navigating the National Cyber Directorate statutory requirements relating to the Permit-To-Operate certificate for the new metro in the city of Tel Aviv.
Christopher’s entrepreneurial ventures (founding Data Integrity Group and nTEG, launching SEKURFLO with $25M sales in 18 months) and global thought leadership (APTA BM Cybersecurity Committee Chair, frequent speaker at international events) demonstrate his ability to innovate and influence in emerging markets.
Bring your questions — part of the session is a live Q&A, and we're launching an ongoing channel for cybersecurity and FTA-review questions so you have support well beyond this webinar.
We hope you'll join us.
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Bike/Walk NC Presents Transit-Focused Friendly Driver Program to NC Transit Agencies
August 26, 2026
Inspired by similar efforts in other states and supported by the NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program, the NC Friendly Driver Program provides important information to help motorists safely co-exist with bicyclists and other vulnerable road users. This interactive (and even entertaining) workshop discusses:
- Motorist driving habits that impact people who bike and pedestrians;
- Explanation of common bicyclist practices;
- How to avoid common crashes between motorists and vulnerable road users;
- Active transportation infrastructure (like bike lanes); and
- Complete Streets concepts.
Friendly Driver Program info here: https://www.bikewalknc.org/safety-education/education-resources-for-motorists/
Target Audience:
Transit Directors, Trainers, Lead Drivers, and Safety positions.
Presenters:
Terry Lansdell, Executive Director, BikeWalkNC
Kylie Robinson, Community Outreach Coordinator, BikeWalkNC
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Advancing a Safety Culture Through Proactive Assault Prevention Strategies
July 15, 2026
NCDOT-IMD and The University of South Florida's Center for Urban Transportation Research (CUTR) team have partnered to provide the “Advancing a Safety Culture Through Proactive Assault Prevention Strategies" program. This program consists of a webinar and three in-person workshops across the state. Providing training sessions like these reinforces IMD's focus on safety for transit employees and the citizens that take transit every day.
On July 15, IMD hosted a webinar for North Carolina's 98 transit agencies titled “Enhancing Transit Safety Through De-Escalation and Assault Prevention in North Carolina". 99 people across transit agencies and NCDOT staff attended the session conducted by The University of South Florida's Center for Urban Transportation Research (CUTR).
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