Cybersecurity

DHS pushes new cyber hiring authorities

The department's budget requests $11.4 million to complete a new Cyber Talent Management System to hire and pay security workers based on their ability, not qualifications.

Cybersecurity

Why TIC and cloud don't mix

The Department of Homeland Security's top cyber official told Congress that policy changes will help agencies move to the cloud and accommodate teleworkers while still protecting federal networks.

Cybersecurity

DHS grapples with cyber enforcement

The Department of Homeland Security is increasingly using compulsory directives to spur federal agencies on cybersecurity improvements, but cyber enforcers are learning that success isn't built out of carrots and sticks.

Cybersecurity

Congress bucks DHS on bid to move cyber research funding

Millions in cybersecurity research and development dollars will stay in DHS' Science and Technology directorate.

Cybersecurity

CISA says it's ramping up election security efforts for 2020

DHS' cyber chief pushed back on media reports that it was drawing down personnel and resources from efforts to combat foreign interference with U.S. elections.

Cybersecurity

Cyber chief pushes audits as key to election security

Some states and localities are still struggling to practice basic cyber hygiene when it comes to securing election infrastructure, according to a top federal cybersecurity official.