Cybersecurity 

Building a secure cyber future for Indiana's small businesses

Preparing for Cybersecurity Threats

Indiana’s small businesses need to be prepared for intensifying cybersecurity threats. With funding provided by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation is providing no-cost trainings, assessments, and one-on-one assistance that small businesses can utilize to protect themselves.  

These resources will aid Indiana’s small businesses in putting important cybersecurity defenses in place to grow their businesses confidently and safely.


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The IEDC offers free cybersecurity guides and toolkits through the Indiana Small Business Development Center. 

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Cybersecurity Resources

Applied Research Institute (ARI) - Cybersecurity Trainings and One-On-One Assistance

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Applied Research Institute (ARI) - Cybersecurity Trainings and One-On-One Assistance

Applied Research Institute (ARI) - Cybersecurity Trainings and One-On-One Assistance

The IEDC is partnering with the Applied Research Institute to host in-person and virtual cybersecurity trainings. These trainings will walk small businesses through basic cybersecurity practices as well as the NIST certification.

Applied Research Institute (ARI) is a non-partisan leader in technology innovation and strategy. As a neutral, third-party innovation ecosystem orchestrator, ARI collaborates with cross-sectional partners from state and federal government, industry, and academia, across a wide spectrum of technology focus areas. They specialize in creating robust ecosystems, facilitating partnerships, and managing complex technology projects from start to finish – all with the goal of transforming ideas into game-changing results.

ARI is offering complimentary cybersecurity implementation support to small businesses seeking to enhance their protective measures. These support hours encompass a wide range of cybersecurity needs, from basic protection plans to advanced, customized strategies that include risk mitigation. This valuable resource is available at no cost to small businesses until August 16, 2025, or until the allocated support hours are fully utilized.

Connect with ARI and sign up for their cybersecurity trainings today.

Applied Research Institute (ARI) - Cybersecurity Trainings and One-On-One Assistance
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Frequently Asked Question

Does my business qualify for these cybersecurity services?

This program is open to all for-profit small buinesses with under 500 employees.

What is CMMC?

CMMC is the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification. This is a program by the US Department of Defence (DoD) aimed at improving cybersecurity througout its supply chain. The DoD is beginning to require companies to obtain CMMC certification to be competitive for their contracting opportunities.

Is CMMC Level 1 assessment applicable to me?

If you are hoping to contract with the DoD or want to achieve a higher-than-normal cybersecurity standard, then CMMC Level 1 assessment is applicable to you.

How long does this program last?

The IEDC cybersecurity program will operate until August 2025 or until the funding runs out.