Strengthening Zero Trust Under Pressure

Zero Trust architecture is not an end state – it's a framework to support the continuous improvement of cybersecurity so that networks and systems can stay protected even as threats evolve. Instead of security models that crack under pressure, agencies need resilient architectures that get stronger when attacked. And that's what Zero Trust delivers.

At the same time, organizations are faced with constrained resources and increasing mandates; they need tools that make their existing security postures smarter, but not more complex. Efficiency and security can go hand-in-hand; it requires agencies to maximize their existing security investments and pinpoint exactly where they can get the biggest return on investment when supplementing the tools they already have. While agencies are pursuing Zero Trust architectures, they also must ensure it is actionable across hybrid environments.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn how Zero Trust can be made resilient and capable of improving under pressure
• Outline how to align your agency's Zero Trust journey with federal guidance provided by the Office of Management and Budget, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, etc.
• In the current environment of shrinking budgets and growing threats, evaluate how to accomplish more with less through smart automation and integration