Network Transformation and Modernization (via EIS)

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OPM’s changing cybersecurity posture: From protecting the perimeter to protecting it all

The Office of Personnel Management, as it plans to “sprint toward the cloud,” has selected its provider in order to, on two fronts, shed its legacy data center and legacy network.

‘Simplicity is often the best approach’ to modernization

We have heard a lot about CISA since its inception, less than three years ago. One of its top leaders characterizes CISA’s role as “risk adviser” for federal agencies.

The technology clock is ticking, as agencies move toward modernization

The question now is will that network transformation and modernization include state-of-the art technologies, like SD-WAN, or will some agencies get stuck in the legacy world?

No excuses left to avoid switching to GSA’s EIS contracts and adopting software-defined networks

A couple of factors have come together to enable federal agencies to modernize their networks in a major way.

IRS has 37,000 webpages. About 2% get nearly all of its traffic

The IRS is tapping into billions of dollars in multi-year modernization funds to provide a higher level of customer service to taxpayers.

IT Modernization
DHS names China, AI, cyber standards as key priorities for critical infrastructure

Agencies that oversee critical infrastructure are developing new sector risk management plans, with cybersecurity continuing to be a high priority.

Cybersecurity
Robust data management is key to harnessing the power of emerging technologies

Comprehensive data management is key to unlocking seamless, personalized and secure CX for government agencies.

Commentary
VA looking at ‘smart home’ tech to keep aging, disabled vets living independently

A smartwatch saved the life of VA’s chief health technology officer. The department expects this device data can also save the lives of other disabled vets.

Veterans Affairs
Energy working with renewables industry, cloud providers on cyber requirements

CESER’s work with cloud service providers comes amid growing threats to critical infrastructure, as well as questions about cloud security responsibilities.

Cybersecurity
IRS adds another state to Direct File, as House Republicans seek to defund it

About 580,000 Oregon residents will be eligible to use the IRS’ Direct File platform next filing season, as long as the program remains funded.

IT Modernization
USINDOPACOM Mission Partner Environment success:  A blueprint for CJADC2 path forward 

DoD can duplicate USINDOPACOM’s transformation to rapidly implement multi-enclave environments on a broader scale in support of CJADC2.

Commentary
NSF initiative aims to bring better data to the cyber workforce challenge

Policymakers often talk about a cyber talent gap, but official data on the national cyber workforce is also in short supply.

Federal Report