CISA Launches International Strategic Plan Amidst US Election Cybersecurity Concerns

• •CISA's International Strategic Plan aims to enhance global cybersecurity collaboration.
• •The plan focuses on resilience, integrated defenses, and international coordination.
• •The ANCHOR-CI advisory body supports critical infrastructure security efforts.

On September 11, 2026, CISA announced its first International Strategic Plan, aimed at enhancing global cybersecurity collaboration as the US election season begins. This two-year plan focuses on improving the resilience of global infrastructure, strengthening cyber defenses, and unifying agency coordination internationally. CISA director Jen Easterly emphasized the need for cooperation with global partners to address complex cyber threats that transcend borders. The plan aims to prevent incidents, disrupt threats, and reduce systemic risks while fostering better understanding of interdependencies in the cyber ecosystem. Emily Phelps from Cyware highlighted the urgency of collective defense in securing critical infrastructure. The establishment of the ANCHOR-CI advisory body in June 2026 further supports these efforts by facilitating collaboration and information exchange among stakeholders in critical infrastructure.