Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) has transformed cybersecurity in recent years, allowing governments to provide access to vital applications from the office, home, field or anywhere else. But ZTNA is not enough. In today’s ongoing perimeter-less environment, state and local agencies must do more to ensure network security, safeguard government data and protect sensitive constituent information. ZTNA 2.0 is the next generation of access m...

Thirsty for knowledge about Data and Analytics but not sure where to start? Eager to tap into the potential of Business Intelligence for your company's growth? Look no further! Join us at our exclusive and refreshing event, Data on Tap, where the transformative power of MicroStrategy in the business world will be revealed! Real-Life Success Story: Witness firsthand E & J Gallo Winery harnessed the power of Data to transform their operation...

AI will revolutionize how the government delivers on its mission. With AI, Government organizations can enhance decision-making, speed up service delivery, and improve operational efficiencies. Notably, proposing AI projects as part of modernizing operations are likely to get favorable consideration from the Technology Modernization Fund, especially those that look to improve the customer experience. Learning Objectives: Understand steps agenc...

Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) holders are invited to join this session to learn more about the Sales Reporting Portal (SRP). The Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) SRP supports the collection of data required by FAS procurement programs including MAS, non-MAS programs such as the Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACS) and others. The FAS SRP provides a safe, secure, and user-friendly portal for you, our industry partners, to report both...

Industrial control system (ICS) security represents one of the more challenging areas for security professionals. The typical ICS is complex and interconnected. It’s often a legacy system that wasn’t designed with security in mind and, because it’s different from traditional IT assets, it has very different security requirements. And no surprise—such systems are increasingly targeted by sophisticated cyberattackers, inc...

Insider Risk Programs have continued to evolve naturally over the past 20 years. They have grown exponentially beyond the traditional lens of trying to identify spies through cyber-focused data exfiltration events. Today, Insider Risk Programs have expanded to include internal HR, legal, and compliance stakeholders within organizations and have expanded security beyond strictly physical and cyber domains to now include analysts, investigators,...

Information security analyst is one of the fastest-growing job categories in the U.S., with 35 percent overall growth expected by 2031. CompTIA’s Cybersecurity Analyst+ (CySA+) is one of the most popular certifications related to the role — and it’s getting an update in 2023 to align with the most in-demand knowledge and skills requested by employers. Join Patrick Lane, Director of Certification Product Management at CompTIA,...

Prepared for an influx of public record requests related to 2024 elections? With a contentious election season around the corner, responding to requests in a timely manner, while not placing an undue burden on staff, is top of mind for many government agencies. From requests for “any and all” emails to numerous requests for the same election-related information, there are tools and processes that can simplify these interactions for...

In today’s digital landscape, cloud security remains a significant challenge. With data often existing beyond our immediate control, ensuring its protection becomes vital. This raises a key problem: How can organizations effectively safeguard their data when control is limited? This free cybersecurity webinar will explore the emerging trends in cloud security, revealing how they can benefit your organization and providing practical strat...

Join the AFCEA Aberdeen chapter for our first regular monthly luncheon of FY 2024. We'll be joined by Guest Speaker Ms. Colleen Holloway, Division Chief in the Integrated Logistics Center in the Command, Control, Communications-Tactical (C3T) Directorate, Tactical Network Division (TND).