Majority of Americans Say U.S. Is Ready for a Cyberattack
A recent Pew Research Center report shows that many Americans think the U.S. is prepared to handle a cyberattack, but recent federal reports show there’s work to be done.
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Minnesota CIO Talks Cybersecurity, Workforce Trends
Commissioner and State CIO Johanna Clyborne said that Minnesota’s workforce is critical to completing its cybersecurity and modernization goals.
Federal Cybersecurity Faces Setbacks Amid Shutdown
The partial federal shutdown has spurred furloughs at crucial agencies for cybersecurity, including the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), a Homeland Security Department component.
Enhanced Security Solutions Are Coming for Visitor Access to Government Facilities
Government agencies have done a lot to step up their cybersecurity systems, but with mass shootings in the news seemingly every week, physical building security needs to be a high priority too.
DOT CIO Shares Tech Goals, Progress in Exit Interview
Transportation Department Chief Information Officer Vicki Hildebrand recently sat down with GovLoop to talk about the IT progress her team has made thus far, including shrinking the IT footprint and strengthening the workforce.
How to Achieve FedRAMP Compliance
In a super-connected world with ubiquitous technology, agencies must have a well–defined yet agile program to address and respond to cyber risks. That usually means moving many processes and tools into the cloud, but how do agencies do that effectively? For most agencies, the answer lies in partnership with FedRAMP-authorized providers
Securing America’s Elections: 2019 and Beyond
With the start of the new year, the 2018 midterm elections may seem a long way behind us, but securing our elections is something that always must be in the forefront. It is a bipartisan issue that must be prioritized by our leaders to ensure our democracy is properly protected.
How Apps Add to Mobile Security
Mobile apps help governments protect their constituents by keeping them aware of their phone’s security and alerting users to cyberthreats.
Changes are Coming to Federal Network Security in 2019
New guidance is out for the Trusted Internet Connections (TIC) initative, which seeks to enhance the federal government’s network security.
Leveraging Fluid IT Management Solutions That Build on Each Other
Agencies can improve their modernization initiatives, and address concerns around security, by consolidating their IT solutions with the help of ITOM tools and the five-step process. Not only can consolidation help with modernization efforts and security, but it can also improve efficiency and cost-savings.
