The challenge of securing the nation\'s IT infrastructure has often been likened to building an airplane as it flies through the air -- or even herding cats.
Cybersecurity provisions stuffed in Defense Appropriations bill, Cyberattack hits Treasury Credit Union
When it comes to securing the nation\'s cybersecurity infrastructure, how do federal officials think of the future? One of the top cybersecurity officials at the Department of Homeland Security weighed in on the topic at the ISC2 SecureAmericas conference yesterday.
Special Agent Thomas Williamson is recognized by Cybersecurity Coordinator Howard Schmidt.
New White House guidance calls for agencies to submit data feeds to OMB\'s Cyberscope tool. Federal CIO Vivek Kundra hopes the information will give agencies a better idea of vulnerabilities and threats to computer networks. Agencies may have to shift money away from traditional reports to upgrade systems to meet new FISMA requirements.
Lt. Gen. Keith Alexander tells lawmakers that the organization \"will not militarize cyberspace.\" He also details how the Cyber Command will help DHS protect .gov and .com networks. Senate Armed Services Members say Alexander is well-qualified to lead the command.
Hackers exploit new Java zero-day bug, Cyberwar Nominee Sees Gaps in Law
Federal Security Spotlight this week recorded a speech given by White House Cyber Security Coordinator Howard Schmidt. April 15, 2010
My guest panel includes veteran OMB official Frank Reeder & former USPS CIO Bob Otto