Local government professionals agree that evidence-based decision making is the best practice. Even so, the majority of cities don’t use data for their strategic planning processes. The truth is the overwhelming mountain of “big data” often paralyzes action. So how can leaders harness the right community data in the most practical ways for the best return? In this certificate program, Polco data science experts will teach the...

Delve into the tools and techniques used by cybercriminals over five days. Gain in-depth training in ethical hacking methodologies through lectures and hands-on labs. Our cloud-hosted cyber range provides practical experience in reconnaissance, system access, vulnerability exploitation and data exfiltration. You’ll gain two highly sought-after certifications: EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and CompTIA PenTest+. These certifica...

Data can end up in the unlikeliest of places, even for those organizations that have developed formal data governance policies and implemented technical controls to (try to) keep data in central data stores. Especially troublesome is data stored and worked with on user endpoints—workstations, laptops, devices—such as original unstructured files or containing data extracted from structured data sources. With this survey, SANS is see...

Swing by TPC Boston—a landscape of championship greens and New England charm, regularly featured among the top golfing experiences in Massachusetts—for an afternoon of golf with industry peers. Before you make your mark on the course, it's time to drive your attention to what's happening off the green: Get a grip on hybrid-cloud and learn to play the data game like a pro Elevate your AI game from amateur to master strategist Go bey...

When it comes to data modeling and analysis, a professional data science workstation is a world away from the standard PC. Today’s data scientists need the latest technology to work faster and smarter to maximize the extraordinary potential of machine learning. Join Government Technology and HP for a live webinar exploring how to equip data science teams with the technology they need to accelerate data analytics and machine learning. You...

How might we implement the Integrated Value Network (IVN) framework in the wild? Our first challenge is to communicate what data is available and how it answers basic questions; we will do this by addressing key themes from the January kickoff survey. Hear from invited panelists as they discuss their use cases to address policy challenges using this “Moneyball” approach. We invite attendees to share their ideas and implementation o...

Driven by enterprise mission needs, organizations are attempting to address their end-state requirements with data relevant to the questions they need to answer. The scale and complexity of this data continue to create challenges for agencies, such as: which data is relevant to my problem set? What are we trying to answer with the data? And most importantly, how does this apply to my organization’s overall mission? Knowledge Graphs, wit...

With the continued rise of public records requests, data volumes have turned into a beast. Government agencies are facing a series of battles when it comes to FOIA requests, regulatory compliance, investigations, data deletion policies, and strict deadlines. To have a fighting chance, teams will need to know where data lives, who has access to it, and which regulations it is subject to in order to ensure successful e-discovery, privacy, and co...

Every year, ransomware continues to be a persistent and evolving threat in the realm of cybersecurity. As technology advances, ransomware adapts, making it essential for state and local government to stay vigilant and implement robust security measures. The impacts of ransomware extend beyond financial losses, encompassing data breaches, reputational damage, and operational disruptions. Defending your agency against these threats requires pro...

Join SPS and IBM Security to delve into the IBM Security® Guardium® Insights SaaS DSPM solution, empowering security and compliance teams to achieve high-level of protection and governance of cloud data, both presently and in the future. A brief overview of the IBM Security® Guardium® Insights SaaS DSPM solution and its key components Real-world examples showcasing DSPM use-cases and its role in helping organizations meet busin...