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GAO: Sensitive info may be in danger
How sure are you that the contractors you're working with at your agency are handling sensitive information in the way that they should - or that you expect they will? John Needham is the Director of Acquisition and Sourcing Issues at GAO.
Strides made to harmonize IT security systems across agencies
According to a recent GAO report, there's now proof that national security and non-national security IT systems can work together effectively.
Welcome to KCG's Trusted Advisor Blog
Cybersecurity is among the federal government's top priorities…and with good reason. The cyber threat is complex and evolving rapidly. According to the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), the number of cyber incidents reported by federal agencies increased by 400% over a four year period. Also, cyber threats come from multiple sources (e.g., terrorists, criminal organizations, hackers, disgruntled insiders, rogue nations, etc.) with a host of motivations for, and resources to, attack.
To beat the cyber threat, federal Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) must assess risk, develop cybersecurity policies, and build the operational infrastructure to execute an agency cybersecurity program. They also need experienced cybersecurity professionals - that's where we come in… A dedicated cybersecurity firm - and the market leader in providing risk management, governance, operations, and compliance services to the federal government - our team takes pride in being the government's trusted advisor for cybersecurity.
In this space, we will share our insights on the news, challenges, and policies that drive decision-making and problem solving around cybersecurity in the federal government. By discussing key cybersecurity topics in this blog, and highlighting those of other federal community thought leaders in our companion "Trusted Advisor Series" on WTOP radio, we hope to add value to this critical dialogue. We look forward to sharing this online experience with you.
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GAO ranks near top of best-to-work-for-agency list
GAO scored number two on the best agency to work for list. How do they get there?
GAO: Cybersecurity information sharing can improve
This week, FSS talks to Dave Powner, the director of information technology management issues at the Government Accountability Office.
Sept. 2, 2010
Where will future cyberpros come from?
In the last 18 months, Melissa Hathaway said, cybersecurity threats have gotten far more stealthy and there is an understanding that it's not just an Internet-based threat. It can come from a multi-media device internally or even a wi-fi device.
Best Places to Work released for 2010
The annual rankings of the best (and worst) places to work in the federal government are out. We get details from Max Stier with the Partnership for Public Service
What's the best place to work in the federal government?
The Partnership for Public Service along with the Institute for the Study of Public Policy Implementation at American University released its annual rankings of the best places to work in the federal government.
GAO studies contract competition
The GAO recently completed a five year study of competitive contracting.
GAO: must plan for future of local governments
The state and local sectors are headed for a multi-trillion dollar headache
GAO: Cyber data sharing is lacking
CyberWatch launches virtual cybersecurity world, Cameron Diaz tops list of riskiest celeb searches
OMB's Werfel sees major changes coming
The federal government's top accountant says it's time for agencies to transform the way they report on their financial health. It all starts with citizens demanding to know how their tax dollars are being spent.
Vote: Which agency has the best gym?
Vote for the agency with the best gym as part of Federal News Radio's Best of the Federal Government series. Your votes determine the winner!
GAO: US-VISIT tests need to be more comprehensive
Read the new report.
GAO explains why your building might not be safe
Among other issues, the GAO finds Facility Security Committees have operated since 1995 without procedures that outline how they should operate or make decisions, or that establish accountability. Mark Goldstein, Director of Physical Infrastructure Issues at GAO has more details.
Aerospace protest won't slow tanker contract
A top App for Army is the Disaster Relief app for an Android
Meeting the global cybersecurity threat
Securing cyber-space has become a global challenge, and the GAO has ideas about what agencies can do to be prepared.
GAO hands down decision on Unisys bid protest
Unisys Corp. may have lost its last shot at keeping the lucrative Transportation Security Administration infrastructure contract.
GAO recognizes agency challenges with Web 2.0
Social collaboration sites, blogs, and wikis are helping most agencies boost public participation and innovation. But what are Web 2.0 tools doing on the privacy and security front? Greg Wilshusen, Director of Information Security Issues at GAO, tells us with the Government Accountability Office has found.
