Cybersecurity is a cornerstone of the Biden administration’s priorities and has never been more important to securing the nation’s infrastructure and data from cyber threats than it is today. Government IT leaders must remain vigilant against near-constant cyber threats while maintaining legacy systems and securing a remote workforce. In this workshop, Nextgov/FCW will examine the most important trends in cybersecurity across the f...

Zero Trust is a must for most federal civilian agencies in 2024, with the Biden administration’s directive for agencies to adopt at least some level of zero trust architecture by September. Faced with challenges in everything from automation and modernization to the hybrid work environment, today’s IT and cyber leaders aim to mitigate risk by adopting the latest zero trust security solutions to secure their endpoints and protect th...

Join us for CyberMaryland 2023, Maryland’s 11th annual gathering of the country's premier cyber community! Maryland is a notable hub of natural leadership in the cybersecurity field. This unique community of people share in the same passion - to strengthen the cyber security industry through unity, improved security awareness while helping Marylanders lead safer digital lives. This exclusive event connects cybersecurity on all levels to...

Learn real-world cyber security skills from top industry experts during SANS Network Security 2023 (September 6-11, PT). Join us Live Online or in Las Vegas, NV to experience interactive training with hands-on labs, practice your skills during NetWars Tournaments, and network with your peers in real time. SANS Network Security 2023 Features Courses In-Person or Live Online Core, DFIR, and Grid NetWars Tournaments on Sep 9 & 10 (In-Person O...

Join us for the ultimate i2 experience at the upcoming User and Training Conference in Alexandria this May! As the world's largest gathering of i2 professionals, it promises to be a stimulating opportunity for you to discover the latest innovations in i2, refine your tradecraft skills, and elevate your knowledge with our cutting-edge training sessions. This two-day conference is a must-attend event for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve...

CMMC: The Most Important Certification In Contract History The Department of Defense created the CMMC program to enforce cyber hygiene standards across the Defense Industrial Base supply chain. CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Management Certification) is a set of standards, frameworks and practices that are implemented in levels of maturity to ensure the safety of FCI (Federal Contract Information) and CUI (Covered Unclassified Information). This...

CMMC: The Most Important Certification In Contract History The Department of Defense created the CMMC program to enforce cyber hygiene standards across the Defense Industrial Base supply chain. CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Management Certification) is a set of standards, frameworks and practices that are implemented in levels of maturity to ensure the safety of FCI (Federal Contract Information) and CUI (Covered Unclassified Information). This...

Cyberthreats continue to increase in volume and complexity, with threat actors developing new ways to avoid detection – including highly evasive malware. To help organizations outpace these evolving threats, Palo Alto Networks announces PAN-OS® 11.0 Nova, the latest version of its industry-leading PAN-OS software, unleashing 50+ product updates and innovations.Nova is a leap forward in network security. It stops 26% more zero-day mal...

A recent report from the Center for Strategic and International Studies says the Department of Defense needs to strengthen its software design in order to maintain a competitive edge against foreign adversaries. Harnessing the power of data and analytics remains a critical part of achieving mission goals across all federal agencies. Government organizations need to constantly innovate and strengthen software design in order to stay ahead of th...

As the government moves increasingly towards digital infrastructure, geopolitical tensions rise, and individuals access more endpoints from more locations than ever before, a strong cyber posture must be embedded in everything agencies do. Policy guidance such as the cyber executive order, NIST’s updated security risk framework, and the Cyberspace Solarium’s recommendations offer strategic direction while tactical playbooks such as...