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CMS Cybersecurity Community (C3) Forum

All CMS staff and contractors are welcome to attend the C3 Forum to hear about the latest cybersecurity initiatives and guidance. Learn from others, ask questions, and stay informed – the C3F is your go-to meeting for all things cybersecurity at CMS.

Last Reviewed: 7/9/2025

Contact: ISSO Support Team | ISSO@cms.hhs.gov

What is the C3 Forum?

The CMS Cybersecurity Community (C3) Forum is a monthly meeting open to all CMS staff and contractors. It is hosted by the Information Security and Privacy Group (ISPG).

Attending the Forum allows you to:

  • Hear the latest updates and initiatives for security and privacy at CMS
  • Learn about new security-related guidance, tools, and processes
  • Ask questions directly from those leading security and privacy work at CMS
  • Get advice from others facing common challenges and sharing lessons learned

When and where?

The Forum is typically held on the first Tuesday of each month at 1pm EST. It is a virtual meeting via Zoom, and lasts one hour. 

C3 Forum schedule for 2025:

  • January 7
  • February 4
  • March 4
  • April 1
  • May 6
  • June 3
  • July 1
  • August 5
  • September 2
  • October 7
  • November 4
  • December 2 

How can I attend?

The C3 Forum is open to all CMS staff and contractors. You can register in advance via Zoom. We also send an email notice about the meeting to all CMS staff and contractors every month.

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