The Office of Inspector General (OIG) serves as the internal watchdog for all federal departments and agencies. The 74 inspectors general are broadly responsible for preventing and detecting fraud, waste, abuse, misconduct, and mismanagement in their domains, and promoting economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in operations and programs. The Department of Health and Human Services OIG, for instance, employs more than 1,600 public servants to...

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...

Come to San Diego for Serious Cyber Security Training Celebrating 35 Years of Cybersecurity Excellence at SANS Security West 2024 Take the necessary steps to defend your organization from external threats before a breach occurs. Join us in San Diego, CA, for an immersive learning experience from May 9-14 (PT). As cyber threats evolve, so must your skills. This is your chance to learn, network, and advance your career with the industry's foremo...

The lineup for GSA’s FAST 2024 “Emerging Innovation and Trends” conference is filled with experts from across the federal government and industry discussing topics crucial to making your next acquisition a success! Register to learn about: How to expedite your acquisition process by using emerging technologies, trending solutions, and best practices GSA’s pricing-control standardization and our automated continuous moni...

From the delivery of healthcare and public benefits to emergency management and national security, generative AI – GenAI, for short – presents opportunities for governments to enhance constituent services. GenAI can empower front-line civil servants, improve the accessibility of public services, and enhance back-office processes. In pursuit of these benefits, federal spending on AI increased 22 percent since 2021—and 250 perc...

Serious Cyber Security Training in Crystal City Celebrating 35 Years of Cybersecurity Excellence Unlock the full potential of your career with cyber security training at SANS Leadership & Cloud Security - Crystal City 2024 (May 20-24, ET). Guided by world-renowned instructors at the forefront of the field, this event provides exclusive access to live industry experts, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve. Immerse yourself in a learning env...

In the face of escalating attacks spanning broader scope, scale, and attrition, today’s public sector cybersecurity leaders must transition from simple compliance to more comprehensive risk management. Join us on May 21st for the Qualys Public Sector Cyber Risk Conference as we gather leading minds from across the public sector to delve into emerging cybersecurity issues. Throughout the summit, these leaders will discuss next-generation...

Welcome to INTERFACE Honolulu 2024! IT Infrastructure is constantly changing, bringing new challenges every day. From ransomware and the latest security threats to the need for increased bandwidth and storage, it’s nearly impossible to keep up to date. Our conference is designed to help. We’ve assembled a combination of Best-in-Breed hardware and software solutions, along with local experts and organizations, to help educate, advis...

Navigating the Landscape of Decision Advantage: Dive into a discussion with experts on how the fusion of Decision Intelligence and Decision Support empowers decision-makers, offering insights into resolving crises and strategically leveraging national power to gain a decision advantage in complex scenarios.

Quickly Build In-Demand Cyber Security Skills SANS Stay Sharp: May 2024 (May 29-31) offers short courses designed to equip you with cybersecurity training you can implement immediately. Whether you are new to the industry, looking for a place to start, or are a seasoned professional looking to sharpen particular skills, SANS Stay Sharp training can help you achieve your goal. View the line-up of courses below, and register now to get targeted...