Federal networks are in the midst of a disruptive phase for the first time in more than a decade. Agencies are transforming their infrastructures to take advantage of new technologies in the cloud and on the software layer. Software-defined networking is growing across the government as a means to provide more security with less complex at lower costs, and with greater efficiency. Learning Objectives Discuss the cybersecurity benefits of netwo...

The Administration has proposed a budgetary increase of $3.1 billion for modernization of the core infrastructure that runs most Federal agencies. The goal is to achieve these three primary goals: Address cybersecurity loopholes inherent in older systems; contain costly maintenance requirements and the inefficiency of legacy technology; and develop a more modern and reliable architecture that leverages cloud infrastructure and services. These...

Over the past few years the federal government has become increasingly concerned about attracting and retaining its workers. To say that the government workforce is graying is an understatement with figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showing that millennials make up less than a quarter of government employees. We’ll Explore: While cybersecurity most often captures the spotlight, physical security for employees has a significant...

The Administration has proposed a budgetary increase of $3.1 billion for modernization of the core infrastructure that runs most Federal agencies. The goal is to achieve these three primary goals: Address cybersecurity loopholes inherent in older systems; contain costly maintenance requirements and the inefficiency of legacy technology; and develop a more modern and reliable architecture that leverages cloud infrastructure and services. These...

The Internet of Things (IoT) phenomenon is compelling, with its promise of bringing to government rapid service deployment, responsive citizen experiences, and organizational agility.Leading analysts predict that by the year 2020 the number of devices connected to the internet will exceed 50 billion. Think about public safety where surveillance systems and even public lighting minimize citizen risk and help deter crime. Transportation systems...

This webinar will discuss ways to secure sensitive data, gauge network vulnerabilities, and address both network and physical security in unison. We’ll Discuss: Why fortifying physical plant and facility security is important to CIOs. The role of intrusion detection, physical access control, environmental control and video surveillance in tightening physical security. Methods for providing network and data protection to mission-critical...

THIS BRIEFING IS OPEN TO GOVERNMENT, SYSTEMS INTEGRATORS, AND MEDIA ONLY. The cyberattack risks faced by government, military and intelligence organizations have never been greater. Yet the digital life of citizens and war-fighters alike demand delivery of business communications electronically, securely, and reliably. This briefing will explore the trends that are spurring digital transformation in government while driving down cost, preservi...

According to the International Data Corporation, Federal cloud services spending will reach $1.7 billion by 2017. The government’s emphasis on Open Source and Cloud First policy has spurred adoption of a Next Generation IT approach to drive down cost, increase efficiency, and enable transformation and innovation. Adoption of NextGen solutions emphasizes the need for greater resiliency and differing levels of security resulting in the use...

The healthcare sector experienced 187 data breaches in the first half of 2015, a startling number on its own, but even more so when considering that it accounts for 21.1 percent of all breaches worldwide.More than ever healthcare organizations understand that technology can improve patient care, increase staff efficiencies, and reduce costs. As a result, organizations have implemented thousands of connected medical devices throughout their fac...

Protecting data on government networks is a critical component of our national Cyber Security strategy. Indeed, the Administration’s drive to strengthen Federal cybersecurity calls for a re-examination of government’s legacy approach that requires every agency to build and defend its own networks. Agencies concerns range from the use of encryption to the data explosion from the Internet of Things.This briefing will draw upon govern...