FedRAMP Policy & Marketplace Update With more cloud-based services and solutions built to support agencies with their missions, the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) assures that these offerings match the government’s rigorous security and compliance requirements. In this year’s GovForward™: Multicloud Series, FedRAMP leaders, government executives and industry experts will convene to discuss the...

With high profile breaches threatening operations, ransomware attacks on the rise, and a myriad of laws and regulations guiding cybersecurity initiatives, federal, state and local governments have prioritized shoring up their cyber defenses across the board. However, as organizations work to enhance their cybersecurity, how can they ensure these efforts are effective and in compliance with federal standards and regulations? During this webcast...

Local and state officials are seasoned professionals in crisis response. Yet, the array of hazards they face are ever-evolving: look no further than the current pandemic. Not to mention, local and state officials still have to contend with the possibility of simultaneously responding to severe weather events and cyberattacks. How are state and local officials taking precautions, boosting preparedness, and promoting recovery? This Town Hall wil...

Tune in for a discussion brought to you by Defense One and INSA where a panel of public and private subject matter experts will discuss the need for both soft and hard skills to build successful AI teams in and out of government. While the increased use of AI requires a workforce specialized in digital skills and data science, success also requires strong critical thinking, problem solving and the use of interdisciplinary methods -- skills tha...

Government agencies recognize innovation as a top priority. It can spur new efficiencies and open opportunities to better serve constituents. While the need to innovate is constant, it has become even more urgent in today’s tumultuous environment. Federal Government infrastructure and personnel are being stretched thin while working overtime to ensure citizen health and safety, and deliver timely and secure services. Harnessing the full...

We are at digital war and data is the target. No organization is immune from data security threats and the US Federal government is no exception. More than half of federal data is now stored in the cloud, and a significant portion is sensitive. Yet, despite this exposure, in the 2020 Thales Data Threat Report 99% of federal government respondents say at least some of their sensitive data in the cloud is not encrypted. IT security departments m...

Nearly one year after Cloud Smart became official policy, government agencies are thinking more critically about application rationalization, cloud security, financially sustainable procurement models, and the workforce needed to support their cloud strategy. While this approach has introduced new flexibility, as agencies pursue multiple clouds to meet their unique needs, complex new challenges around governance and management have emerged. Du...

The role cybersecurity plays in protecting our Nation’s data, critical infrastructure, and physical safety has never been more important than it is today. Cyber-attacks are growing in frequency and scope. Regulations and compliance are changing. Infrastructure and applications are increasingly moving to the cloud and other hybrid environments. And while technology is a key enabler for agencies staying better protected in this ever changi...

Vulnerable downstream vendors. Changing regulations and requirements. Cyber activity that threatens national security. The world of government technology has never been more important, or more scrutinized. As agencies work to secure the entirety of their digital supply chains, what frameworks, technologies, and long term questions should they consider? During this webcast, Nextgov will explore the implications of new regulations such as the Cy...

With so many applications for artificial intelligence, many agencies may be wondering how to utilize new technologies to solve mission problems in a way that is effective and appropriate. Different strategies can improve an organization’s data analytics and computing infrastructure. During this webcast, the Government Business Council will unveil insights from a forthcoming agency brief. Register today to hear government and industry tho...