Digital Government
CISA Releases Draft Guidance for Agencies’ Transition to IPv6
The document covers technical requirements for using the new internet protocol, as well as security considerations for the new format.
Digital Government
Tech Industry Group Weighs in on Federal Zero Trust Strategy
A draft version of the strategy was released in early September.
Cybersecurity
Agencies Seek Comments on Supply Chain Security of Critical Software
The Commerce and Homeland Security departments want details about the information and communications technology industry’s cybersecurity practices and gaps in manufacturing.
Cybersecurity
Watchdog: CISA Needs to Update Plans to Protect Critical Infrastructure
The Department of Homeland Security Inspector General report on dam security found a lack of coordination among agency teams.
Cybersecurity
House Homeland Security Committee Approves $865 Million for CISA
The largest chunk of funds would go toward implementing a May 12 executive order focused on cybersecurity.
Ideas
We Cannot Afford to Wait to Bolster Maritime Cybersecurity
Maritime ransomware attacks are on the rise.
Cybersecurity
CISA Brings in Former Obama Official as Chief of Staff
Agency leadership stressed Kiersten Todt’s experience working with the private sector.
Cybersecurity
National Cyber Director Outlines Staffing Framework for 75-Person Office
Chris Inglis is still trying to distinguish his role and responsibilities from other leading cyber officials.
Cybersecurity
Biden Administration Releases Draft Zero-Trust Guidance
The documents form a roadmap for agencies to deploy the cybersecurity architectures by the end of fiscal 2024.
Cybersecurity
The Government's Software Transparency Journey Moves from Plan to Practice
Allan Friedman, the leader of a transparency initiative at the Commerce Department, is now at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to realize the ultimate vision for a software bill of materials.
Cybersecurity
CISA Urges Patching Atlassian Software Before Holiday Weekend
A vulnerability in collaboration software is undergoing “mass exploitation,” according to U.S. Cyber Command.
Digital Government
CISA Opens Sign Up for the President’s Cup Cybersecurity Competition
Federal employees and service members can put their cyber chops to the test.
Cybersecurity
DHS Launching First Federal Civilian Position Exempt from Longevity Requirements
The Cyber Talent Management System has been in the works since a 2014 law granted the department authorities to sidestep rigid classification formats such as the General Schedule.
Cybersecurity
White House Announcements to Focus on Advancing Cybersecurity Talent
Commitments are also expected from the public and private sectors for improving the security of foundational technology.
Cybersecurity
U.S. Expands Cybersecurity Collaboration with Singapore
The move comes as China has become more assertive in the region.
Cybersecurity
CISA Offers Tips to Protect Data in Face of Evolving Ransomware Attacks
The cybersecurity agency warned attackers now threaten to sell or leak stolen data, not just render systems unusable.
Cybersecurity
Homeland Security Considering CMMC-like Compliance Effort
The agency is inviting interested parties to weigh in on plans to ensure contractors follow best cyber hygiene practices.
Digital Government
How DHS and a National Lab Aim to Advance First Responders’ Drug Detection
As opioid abuse rises, government officials are engaging with states and industry to improve tech used to spot narcotics.
Cybersecurity
CISA Steps Up Governmentwide Recruitment Effort With New Training Guide
The guide brings together various ways the agency and its partners are trying to address the government's perennial workforce challenge.
Cybersecurity