Hybrid cloud strategy allows agencies to determine which applications and data should reside on which areas of a hybrid cloud infrastructure. Simply, hybrid cloud defines what goes on public cloud infrastructure, and what goes on private cloud infrastructure. A hybrid cloud platform provides agencies many advantages to include greater flexibility, more deployment options, security, compliance, and ability to derive more value from existing inf...

Learn real-world cyber security skills from top industry experts during SANS Security West 2023 (May 15-20). Join us In-Person in San Diego, CA or Live Online to experience interactive training with hands-on labs, practice your skills during NetWars Tournaments, and network with your peers in real-time. Choose your course and register now! SANS Security West 2023 Features: Hands-on labs in a virtual environment Courses include electronic and p...

Reserve your spot today! GSA’s 2023 Federal Acquisition Service Training (FAST) Virtual Conference Series continues on March 29! Join experts from GSA’s IT Category and Technology Transformation Service (TTS) as they outline challenges federal agencies face when adopting the latest technology. Explore current and upcoming GSA IT acquisition solutions. Learn how Government Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) like Alliant 2 provide be...

The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) began in 2011 to ensure the security of cloud services used by the U.S. Government. FedRAMP is a government-wide program providing a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services. FedRAMP uses NIST guidelines in its own framework to enable U.S. Government agencies to use cloud services securely and efficientl...

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...

This webinar shares how agencies can procure cloud computing and includes tips for migrating applications to the cloud. You’ll learn about the advantages of cloud computing and how to use GSA’s contracts to make the cloud acquisition process easier and more efficient. There’s no charge for this event! Join us to: Get valuable information about cloud computing and its benefits to government Gain an overview of how GSA helps ag...

Many cloud subject matter experts agree that an agency’s cloud strategy must be aligned with agency mission. Among the most common reasons cloud strategies fail are not having a solid business/operational case for cloud migration, failing to test before deployment, and underestimating the time and funding required. Success factors include “ensuring the whole organization understands the intent, direction and roadmap of cloud adopti...

Government wide pressure to reduce IT costs and optimize operations has led many agencies to embrace cloud computing. Despite the potential savings and improved efficiencies, securing the cloud remains a major concern. Cloud Computing Security can be defined as defending the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of agency assets (data, applications, infrastructure) using cloud services from both outside and insider threats. Securing the...

This webinar shares how agencies can procure cloud computing and includes tips for migrating applications to the cloud. You’ll learn about the advantages of cloud computing and how to use GSA’s contracts to make the cloud acquisition process easier and more efficient. There’s no charge for this event! Join us to: Get valuable information about cloud computing and its benefits to government Gain an overview of how GSA helps ag...

Whether you need assistance with a specific part of the cloud planning process or an end-to-end assisted acquisition, GSA has the flexibility and customizability to get what you need done. Attend this interoffice showcase to understand the expertise of GSA cloud experts, the cloud products and services on offer, and most importantly, what YOUR next actions should be to get the cloud solution needed to achieve your agency’s mission. Acros...