NJ S205

Requires the New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell, Office of Information Technology, and New Jersey Big Data Alliance to jointly develop an advanced cyberinfrastructure strategic plan for the state

The plan must assess existing public and private cyberinfrastructure including high-performance computing, data storage systems, data centers, and the human expertise needed to operate these systems

Mandates creation of a roadmap for developing a shared data cloud with an open data repository to foster collaboration between academia, industry, and government, along with high-speed network infrastructure

The plan must include workforce development strategies, cybersecurity risk mitigation measures, and recommendations for using cyberinfrastructure to drive economic development and public-private partnerships

The strategic plan must be submitted to the Governor and Legislature within one year of the bill's effective date