The state of New York is emphasizing improving its IT resilience. The state’s 2022-23 strategic plan focuses on moving off legacy systems, implementing an enterprise architecture, and improving service delivery to its residents, to name a few. In addition, the state has its first cybersecurity strategy, and created a Joint Security Operations Center. As the largest city in the United States, New York City has its own technology roadmap,...

ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional 40 CPEs ISC2’s CCSP certification is a globally recognized credential that validates the expertise and knowledge of professionals in designing, implementing, and managing cloud security programs, policies, and architectures. The CCSP is valued by organizations seeking professionals capable of addressing the security challenges associated with cloud computing and ensuring the confidentiality, int...

Administering elections falls on the shoulders of state and territorial governments. It is not surprising, then, that there are so many different approaches, technologies, and processes in place to handle election infrastructure. The problems that befall election infrastructure are many, varied, and often well publicized. In Maricopa County, Ariz., ballots were too lightly printed to be read by scanners during the 2022 midterms. Multnomah Coun...

In the realm of government cybersecurity, the Zero Trust framework stands as a beacon of defense against evolving threats. Central to its efficacy are the principles of identity and access management, which redefine traditional security paradigms. Zero Trust advocates for perpetual verification of users, devices, and resources, emphasizing a “never trust, always verify” mantra. Identity verification, facilitated by multifactor auth...

Mark your calendar and join us for the next installment of our Enterprise Education Series! The topic will be the Pillars of Zero Trust, and attendees will receive 1 CLP for attending. The Enterprise Education Series is designed to: Expand your awareness of innovative contract solutions Help you drive transformative outcomes Provide you with direct points of contact for support and additional education Our upcoming event is a solutions-focused...

Join this virtual meeting for an introduction of the GSA's Facilities Maintenance and Management Schedule. In this virtual 1 hour training session you can expect: An introduction of the Facilities Maintenance and Management Schedule To have a better understanding of the facilities related solutions that are available on the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Ordering options and flexible features Helpful tips on how to use the schedule and gain acc...

Join us virtually May 7, 2024 at 8:30 am ET! Facing attacks of increasing scope, scale, and frequency, today’s public sector cybersecurity leaders are challenged like never before. As they work tirelessly to defend their networks and systems, it’s essential for today’s cyber decision makers to remain mindful of broader trends and capabilities that could help them improve their posture. From establishing and incorporating zero...

Come learn about the National Firearms Program and how to report excess Firearms and other Specialized Categories of property (Aircraft, Vessels, Animals, and Foreign Gifts) into PPMS.gov for disposal (manage the disposition). This class focuses on reporting excess the National Firearms Program and Firearms Management. There is no charge for this class and you’ll earn One Continuous Learning Point by completing this hour-long virtual tra...

Greetings Personal Property Officials; GSA Personal Property Management is hosting a series of virtual training sessions on various aspects of the program. The topic of this FREE virtual training will be on PPMS Familiarization directly from the GSA Central Office. This training will provide you with information as to how to use the new system called PPMS.gov, which has been established and active since July 24, 2023. You will learn about the...

Hands-On Cyber Security Training in Baltimore Celebrating 35 Years of Cybersecurity Excellence Elevate your expertise with cyber security training at SANS Baltimore Spring 2024 (April 28-May 3 ET). Led by industry-leading instructors renowned for their deep knowledge and practical insights, this event offers unparalleled, live access to your favorite cyber experts. Filled with hands-on labs, simulations, and exercises designed to equip you wit...