Managing vast amounts of data, reducing alert fatigue, and improving threat detection can all be accomplished with automation. This week on Feds At the Edge, we have three experts in automating cybersecurity response to provide guidance on best practices to deploy automation. They highlighted the need to establish a valid baseline for expected network behavior to identify deviations effectively, [...]
SaaS (Software as a Service) applications, due to their ease of launch and proliferation, have created a “perfect storm” for attackers, and a significant challenge for cybersecurity professionals. Organizations with over 1,000 employees typically use 150+ SaaS applications, often unmanaged, which expands the attack surface and poses a unique threat to entities like the federal government.This week on Feds At [...]
This week on Feds At the Edge, we are revisiting our conversation on looking at the protection of Operational Technology (OT), critical hardware on premises. Traditionally separated from IT systems by air gaps, OT is now increasingly managed by IT departments due to the convergence of IT and OT. Few realize that OT has federal compliance regulations, just like [...]
This week on Feds-At-The Edge we explore AI used as a strategic tool, focused on risk mitigation, applications, and continuous user feedback. Risk Mitigation: Risks vary by application. Luke Keller, Chief Innovation Officer at US Census bureau, highlighted using NIST guidelines, including bias reduction frameworks, to ensure ethical and accurate AI deployment. High-quality, diverse datasets are essential. [...]
AI is just another tool in the technology market, only becoming a powerful resource when agencies learn how to best utilize it to reach mission goals. This week on Feds-At-The Edge we explore several insights on deploying AI effectively for the federal government landscape. Caroline Carusone, Deputy CIO for NRC, discusses AI’s potential in identifying security risks and solving [...]
Software as a Service (SaaS) is incredibly enticing with its ease and affordability, however despite the heavy lifting being done for you, the responsibility of protecting your data and network remains in your hands. This week on Feds-At-The Edge we sit down with Eoghan Casey, VP of Cybersecurity Strategy & Product Development for Own Company, who highlights essential security practices [...]
If you’ve tuned before then you’ve heard the three magic words; People, process, technology. While technology often takes the spotlight, there’s a reason why “people” come first. This week on Feds-At-The Edge we explore the cultural shifts agencies are prioritizing to achieve zero trust. Jothi Dugar, CISO at NIH’s Center for Information Technology emphasizes the age-old advice, communication is [...]
In today’s data-driven world, network systems are under immense pressure to handle increasing loads of data while staying compliant in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can agencies effectively secure their systems when every little nook and cranny requires oversight? This week on Feds-At-The Edge we explore how microsegmentation is emerging as a vital strategy for agencies working toward a [...]
The concept of "continuous" protection, inspired by continuous software development, is gaining traction among federal tech leaders in response to rising cyber-attacks.This week on Feds At the Edge, we sit down with subject matter experts who provide guidance for transitioning from the basic “Authority to Operate” snapshot in time to a “Continuous Authority to Operate.”Col Bryan A Eovito, Commanding Officer, [...]
Are you ready for the next cyber-attack? With federal agencies facing what we know is a conservative estimate of over 32,000 cyber-attacks in 2023 alone, only one conclusion can be made: it’s not if, it’s when. This week on Feds At the Edge, we sit down with three experienced cyber professionals who know how to stay ahead in the [...]
This week on Feds At the Edge, sit down with an industry expert and state election officials from Pennsylvania, Florida, and Georgia to focus on election security challenges and solutions. Challenges: Traditional threats like disinformation and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks continue to be significant. There is also a growing concern about the physical threats faced by election officials, leading to [...]
In a world of rapid change and threat, organizations need to be ready and waiting with a plan. One good approach some are taking to navigate an ever-evolving landscape is to lean on a “digital playbook.” Customized to each situation and the unique and individual needs agencies big and small have, these playbooks could make the difference between a [...]
The 2021 Colonial Pipeline incident has stood in history as a prime example of the importance of cyber resilience for critical infrastructure. This week on Feds At the Edge, we delve into the call-to-action events like this have created for agencies everywhere and the resources available for even the smallest entities. Cheri Caddy, Senior Technical Advisor for Cybersecurity at [...]