National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, 2013

Proclamation 9029 of September 30, 2013

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, 2013

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

In an increasingly interconnected world, many Americans
rely on the Internet and digital tools every day--from
communicating with colleagues, friends, and family
across the globe to banking and shopping without
leaving our homes. Technology is reshaping every aspect
of our lives, and protecting our digital infrastructure
from cyber threats is one of our highest security
priorities. This month, we expand public awareness
about cybersecurity, and we recommit to enhancing the
security and resilience of our Nation's infrastructure
while maintaining an environment that encourages
efficiency and innovation.

Incredible advances in technology also bring increased
risk of disruptive cyber incidents. My Administration
is dedicated to building a system of protections in
both the private and public sectors to keep out
malicious forces while preserving the openness and
extraordinary power of the Internet. Our national and
economic security depend on a reliable digital
infrastructure in the face of threats, which is why
earlier this year, I signed an Executive Order and
issued a Presidential Policy Directive to strengthen
this critical infrastructure. In tandem, these actions
will enable us to develop and implement a framework of
best practices for cybersecurity, increase information
sharing between the Federal Government and industry
partners, and build collaborative partnerships.

All of us have a role to play in safeguarding the
networks we use in our daily lives. Understanding the
risks associated with being online can help secure
personal information and prevent identity theft and
fraud. The Department of Homeland Security's
``Stop.Think.Connect.'' campaign empowers digital
citizens with the tools to make smart decisions as they
navigate cyberspace. For more information on computing
practices, visit www.DHS.gov/StopThinkConnect.

Our digital infrastructure is a strategic national
asset, and my Administration is committed to
strengthening this vital resource. As we mark the 10th
anniversary of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, let us
welcome the great possibilities cyberspace provides and
continue to invest in the security measures and
innovation that will enable us to safely and fully
realize those possibilities.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the
United States of America, by virtue of the authority
vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the
United States, do hereby proclaim October 2013 as
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. I call upon the
people of the United States to recognize the importance
of cybersecurity and to observe this month with
activities, events, and training that will enhance our
national security and resilience.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
thirtieth day of September, in the year of our Lord two
thousand thirteen, and of the Independence of the
United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
eighth.