New York Joins Forces Against Cyber Threats
New York State has launched a Joint Security Operations Center (JSOC) to bring together local, state and federal cyber efforts, including data collection, response efforts and information sharing.
Posts Tagged: cybersecurity
Only You Can Prevent Ransomware
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the theme for this year is “See Yourself in Cyber.” This personalized theme is designed to help us see our role in making sure not only our systems and information remain secure, but see how our actions can impact the systems we and others rely on each day.
How One State Advances Cyber Protection
The everyday functions of government — and the services that agencies provide constituents — depend on strong cybersecurity protections. One state’s plan for disaster recovery helped it respond effectively to 23 simultaneous ransomware attacks. But the state has more in mind than that.
How to Lay a Solid Foundation for Modernizations
The cloud is recognized as a critical element of IT modernization. But it can’t solve problems alone; it needs to work in conjunction with on-site systems.
To Increase Agility, Reduce the Complexity of IT Services
Agencies need to provide services more quickly and effectively to meet constituent expectations. But sometimes, “solutions” make things more complex.
Cloud Considerations for Cities, Towns and Villages
Investing in the cloud can present opportunities and obstacles. Here are the two big cloud considerations for city leaders.
To Increase Agility, Reduce the Complexity of IT Services
These days, agencies must provide services more quickly, effectively and securely, using a zero-trust approach. Strong cybersecurity doesn’t have to be complicated, though.
The New Mindset: A Dynamic Approach to Security
Government technology leaders need to know about new cybersecurity threats, opportunities, executive orders, and other challenges. Here’s how one government expert sees the landscape taking shape.
Why You Can’t Kill Off Passwords
Authentication factors don’t govern security; the authentication infrastructure determines security. So what’s with all the “killing passwords” talk?
Protecting Your Personal Data
Government agencies have a responsibility to protect our personally identifiable information, but that’s easier said than done. Strong data management and cultural mindsets are important, and there’s a role for automation as well.