Security Clearance, Cybersecurity Among GAO High Risk Areas

GAO released the 2019 High Risk List for this year. The report has led to savings of nearly $350 billion over the past 13 years, according to GAO.

Best Practices for Implementing a Cloud-Managed Network

Implementing a cloud-managed network is the solution for state and local government officials who believe their organizations lag behind the private sector in offering digital services to users. When executed properly, the cloud can help governments save money, increase security and improve citizen experiences.

Key IT, Workforce Allocations in 2019 Spending Bill

If you haven’t had a chance to look through the spending legislation for this fiscal year, we’ve highlighted some interesting points in the areas of IT and the federal workforce.

Best Practices for Dealing With Insider Threats

The common trait insider threats have is their access to an agency’s internal data, IT infrastructures and security practices.

The Challenge: Ineffective Networks

Without a modern network, it’s nearly impossible for state and local governments to meet growing citizen expectations, security standards, maintenance requirements and more.

Working Within a New Cyber Framework

What exactly does the CSF recommend and how can governments use it to tackle their own unique organizational concerns?

Bill Aims to Boost Federal Cybersecurity Workforce

In an environment where cyber knowledge is more valuable than ever, two lawmakers have proposed legislation that would allow skilled cyber workers concentrated in one agency to tackle problems at other agencies.

Do You Know CDM Phase 4?

In response to network security challenges, the Department of Homeland Security created the Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation, or CDM, program. The CDM Program is organized into four distinct phases designed to address each layer of agency cybersecurity. We’re tackling Phase 4.

How California’s Protecting the Internet of Things

California recently became America’s first with laws mandating basic security standards for IoT devices. The move may inspire similar legislation elsewhere.

NASCIO’s Top 3 Cybersecurity Priorities for 2019

CIOs and CISOs should take note of the federal advocacy priorities released by NASCIO, which include aligning federal cybersecurity regulations.