Providing Resiliency and End-to-End Security For Your Networks
The need for an end-to-end solution is overwhelming, because as recent data breaches show, security is everyone’s problem — not just IT’s.
The need for an end-to-end solution is overwhelming, because as recent data breaches show, security is everyone’s problem — not just IT’s.
The best approach for government is to engage vendors early in the process when considering cloud and to reuse FedRAMP authorizations where possible.
“Governed visual analytics is essential,” said Heather Gittings, Director of Public Sector Market Development at Qlik. “Unfortunately, people hear governance and assume a heavy burden will be placed on the IT department. But that’s not the case.”
A primary responsibility of DHS is maintaining and securing the assets, systems, and networks comprising the 16 critical infrastructure sectors. That’s no easy task and it’s only getting more difficult.
Because so much money has been put into maintaining those old systems, it can be hard to convince your superiors that cloud-based technology is actually more cost-efficient in the long run.
If you’re a federal IT decision maker, it’s worth taking time to analyze your defenses and question your readiness to tackle new age cyberthreats.
“Agencies must keep in mind that applying security measures to digital content must be easy, and that’s where automation helps.” —John Landwehr
Like all technology, web browsers constantly evolve. Using an outdated web browser not only makes you vulnerable to viruses and other security risks—it also gives you a subpar internet experience, not unlike watching TV in black and white.
I would argue that one of the most interesting reasons this election will be viewed as a tipping point is because of the role of technology in making voters’ experiences even better.
More than anything, FCC CIO David Bray wants employees who exude empathy. In an interview with GovLoop, he shared how empathy bridged a divide within his agency and how it guides the way he interacts with his team.