California State University at Sacramento

The university will hire seven faculty members in the Department of Computer Science, focusing on AI and quantum computing as part of the new initiative.

Thought leaders from industry, government and academia will gather online Tuesday and Wednesday to discuss the risks of cyber intrusion and ways the public and private sectors can work against those threats.

Individuals and teams in state government technology are eligible for the awards, which are given in a variety of areas. Nominations will be accepted until Sept. 17.