The nation’s second-largest city, Los Angeles and the surrounding region serve millions of citizens, all of whom are affected by the security of its data, infrastructure, services and transportation. At this event we’ll look at the innovation partnerships that local government, federal government, and the private sector in Southern California have pioneered to ensure that these critical assets remain secure. From threat sharing to...

The federal government has made major strides to improve customer experience over the last few years, from technology advancements that improve airport security to making the Improving Customer Experience with Federal Services a Cross-Agency Priority Goal. And with the passage of the 21st Century IDEA Act, now, it’s on agencies to comply and deliver on the promise of improved digital services before the year’s end. While the agenc...

What must agencies consider when executing a modernization strategy? How does an agency meet the needs for a simplified and automated IT infrastructure, while also executing a modern cyber-security strategy? On April 25, government and industry leaders and decision makers will explore the approaches needed to incorporate modernized technologies in federal agencies. Attend to hear how you can modernize legacy systems and implement a sustainable...

Securing record crowds in airports has grown increasingly complex post-9/11. In the face of evolving threats, the Transportation Security Administration is at the forefront of the effort to effectively secure our nation’s airports. From staying ahead of adversaries through disruptive technologies, to navigating the intersections between public and private sector aviation stakeholders, securing U.S. airports has become a multi-tiered, col...

With cyber threats on the rise, how can governments prepare to prevent, mitigate, respond to, and recover from such attacks? Vigilance against cyber threats requires not only significant investments in hyper-secure technology infrastructure, but also a highly skilled workforce. In Austin, hear from the federal, state and local leaders who are partnering across government, industry and academia to prioritize cybersecurity readiness through tec...

As governments at all levels work to keep up with rising citizen expectations, what does it mean to truly be a digital government? In Las Vegas, Route Fifty and Nextgov are teaming with Adobe to talk with with leaders across government who are transforming the way their services are designed and delivered, and reimagining what is possible with a technology-powered government. Some featured speakers include: Max Everett, Chief Information Offic...

Whether it’s protecting sensitive data, ensuring the secure delivery of services, or conducting cyber warfare, cybersecurity must be a top priority for all levels of government. However, in order to build an effective cybersecurity strategy that protects both information and citizens, governments must have a cultural foundation of cyber awareness, training, and vigilance. In Atlanta, we will convene federal, military, state and local le...

With all the buzz surrounding disruptive technologies like machine learning, blockchain, artificial intelligence, drones and more, it can be easy to forget federal technology’s raison d’être: enable the mission. These technologies are a means to the mission’s end, empowering agencies to achieve mission goals more efficiently and securely while permanently changing roles and processes. Join Government Executive and Next...

Russia, China and Iran. Legacy systems and an aging workforce. An incredibly vulnerable national critical infrastructure. Cybersecurity threats exist almost everywhere you look. Whether it’s organized hackers, institutional breakdowns or simply a system that previously didn’t need cyber protection, the problems government cyber officials face are almost everywhere. Luckily, in recent years and too many breaches to count, there are...

The push for innovation has made our world more interconnected than ever. IT advancements in cloud, IoT and mobility have forced interdependency among federal agencies and reliance on various outside vendors and contractors to enhance productivity and ensure efficiency. With innovation comes vulnerability, such as cyber breaches and compromised information - so how can federal agencies stay technologically progressive, but still remain secure?...