Cybersecurity
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The hackers were likely mapping the unidentified agency's network, but "no evidence is available to confirm successful data exfiltration or lateral movement during either incident," CISA says.
December 06, 2023 -
In today's Federal Newscast: Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) has lifted his abortion-driven hold on military promotions. Job satisfaction at the Homeland Security Department has increased. And GAO blames staffing shortages for the failure of federal agencies to battle cyber attacks.
December 06, 2023 -
In the hopes of boosting employee retention, the Office of Personnel Management launched a new platform for agencies to advertise openings in a cyber workforce rotation program.
December 05, 2023 -
Herb Kelsey, the Project Fort Zero Team Leader at Dell Technologies, said agencies have the opportunity to focus on the policy and process side and not the technology piece of the zero trust architecture.
December 04, 2023 -
Federal Government agencies are now at an inflection point — there is no turning back when it comes to hybrid work environments and employees doing their jobs from anywhere. “Agencies need to make sure their employees have the technology solutions they need wherever they are working,” said Tony Wellen, vice president of federal at Spectrum Enterprise.
December 04, 2023 -
Tony Wellen, vice president of federal at Spectrum Enterprise said that the government is making strides in prioritizing digital infrastructure and network evolution.
December 04, 2023 -
“Moving from traditional networks to more secure infrastructure is the driver for network modernization, with cybersecurity being a core focus” said Tony Wellen, vice president of federal at Spectrum Enterprise.
December 04, 2023 -
Starting sometime next year, companies that want to sell software to the government will need to sign new attestations – certifying that they have taken certain steps to make sure their software is secure. Earlier this month, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency released its latest draft of the form companies will need to submit. One of the biggest changes is the attestations will have to be signed by a company’s CEO. But there are several other updates, too. For more about them and get an industry perspective, Federal News Network Deputy Editor Jared Serbu talked with Leopold Wildenauer, the Senior Manager for Public Sector Policy at the Information Technology Industry Council.
November 30, 2023 -
Ramping up security for today and tomorrow – how to navigate the cyber landscape safely
November 28, 2023 -
A proactive system of action aligns with the principles of good cyber hygiene. It ensures that organizations are not merely responsive but anticipatory, staying one step ahead of cyber adversaries. The dynamics of cyberspace dictate that agility is the need of the hour, and a comprehensive system that enables swift responses to emerging threats embodies this agility.
November 27, 2023 -
The head of the IRS' cybersecurity operations says the Treasury agency is making progress on logging, multifactor authentication, and other aspects of "zero trust" security to help protect taxpayer data.
November 23, 2023 -
With nearly 50% of the government’s roughly two million civilian employees teleworking, the federal government continues to embrace digital transformation. And, just like organizations in the private sector, web browsers have emerged as essential tools…
November 22, 2023 -
Join us for a discussion with the Commerce Department's André Mendes and Apptio's Nick Roughan as we discuss cloud, CX and cybersecurity at the Commerce Department.
November 20, 2023 -
CISA has released a new secure software attestation form, and it will require the attention at the highest levels of a company.
November 17, 2023 -
The Office of Personnel Management faces a tight deadline to set up a new health insurance marketplace for Postal Service employees and retirees to enroll in new plans, starting next year.
November 17, 2023
