Generative AI is a powerful technology that can create realistic content such as text, images, or audio. However, this also poses new challenges for data security, as the data that is fueling the AI needs to be properly classified and secured. In this session, we will discuss the current state of generative AI and its implications for data security, and explore how Microsoft's cybersecurity solutions can help you protect your data from threats...

There’s more to securing your business than firewalls and VPNs. We live in a day when digital transformation is critical, and moving business to the cloud is both our present and our future. In the midst of this sea of change, it’s difficult to navigate through all the architecture complexities and industry jargon—particularly when it comes to diluted and misappropriated terms like zero trust. So, let’s keep it simple!...

Today’s wars in Ukraine and Israel highlight the criticality of sensing and understanding on the battlefield. Despite ubiquitous satellite, airborne, and terrestrial surveillance, combatants on both sides of these conflicts have been surprised, with sometimes catastrophic results. The US military should embrace the resulting lessons as it considers how to counter Chinese forces in China’s own back yard. Survival in this highly-cont...

An Overview of FERS & CSRS SurvivorshipDifferences between the two retirement systems’ benefitsQualifying relativesCost of electing benefitsWhat forms should be filled out to ensure qualifying relatives receive the survivorshipOther Information for FERS & CSRS AnnuitantsSpousal Survivor annuities (including former spouses)Cost to give an insurable interest survivor annuityInformation about the basic employee death benefitChild an...

PlanWell Financial's 3 Hour Federal Retirement Webinar for FERS employees: Federal retirement workshops designed to cover every benefit in only 3 hours. We have cut out all the unrelated content that causes these retirement workshops to drone on for 8 hours or even 2 full days. If we haven’t answered your question, one of our Chartered Federal Employee Benefits Consultants (ChFEBC) will personally answer them for you at no cost. All atte...

Join us on Tuesday, February 11 from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern for The History of Seepage Technology Development. A historical timeline will be presented that describes the significant seepage-related failure case histories and how various technology developed for seepage analyses and evaluations, including potential failure modes. The history of seepage technology begins in the 1800's but accelerates in the early 1900's and through the late...

Join us this February, with a Valentine's Day twist, as we explore how to rekindle your passion for IT by embracing a culture of security awareness and appreciation. In this webinar, we'll discuss the importance of ditching the blame culture and instead empowering your staff with the right tools and knowledge to protect themselves and your organization from cyber threats. Learn how to make your IT environment a safer and more loving place for...

In this talk, we will discuss the importance of the Industrial Control Systems and Operational Technology that is used to support the critical environments found throughout the world’s critical infrastructure. Whether you are new to the ICS/OT community, working in it for a long career, or you are just looking to understand the “OTher side of business”, join us and get involved in the conversation. The talk will highlight som...

Join Washington DC based, Jennifer Schaus & Associates in the 2025 Webinar Series covering The DFARS, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement. This series features guest speakers who will uncover the important details and nuances of The DFARS. Get educated about the rules and regulations in the game of federal contracting. This series is COMPLIMENTARY & RECORDED. Recordings are posted on our YouTube Channel. CORPORATE SPONSO...

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...