Join us Thursday, July 11th for GovForward's 6th Annual ATO and Cloud Security Summit! Close the gap! That’s the new policy push for the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program. FedRAMP was established to help standardize the government’s approach to using cloud service offerings. Between July 2019 and April 2023, agencies increased the number of authorizations by roughly 60 percent, expanding from core infrastructure to...

Government facilities were the third largest ransomware target in 2023, highlighting the need for secure storage. As a result, federal leaders are exploring and implementing cutting-edge tools to proactively tackle emerging ransomware threats. Secure storage solutions offer a means to safeguard digital assets and sensitive data so that cybersecurity and IT teams can fortify their agencies’ resilience against evolving attacks. Join Nextgo...

Federal Government leaders face what can seem inconsistent on the surface, the mandate to share data while also securing privacy. Hear insights from government leaders as they dive into the barriers inhibiting seamless intra- and cross-agency data sharing, increased management complexities, and the changing landscape of privacy. As organizations grapple with the growing scope of data management, this discussion will spotlight strategies for en...

Proper supply chain management and national security concerns have never been more interconnected. As geopolitical tensions bring cyber threats to the fore, the public and private sector must collaborate to ensure each link of the supply chain is secure. And everyone in the organization, from developers to senior leadership, must prioritize risk management across the entire threat landscape. Because cybersecurity risks can arise at any point i...

Forward-thinking state and local governments are participating in the State Risk and Authorization Management Program (StateRAMP) as they build out a robust and secure IT infrastructure. Modeled after the federal government's FedRAMP, the nonprofit membership organization uses independent audits and continuous monitoring to verify that cloud services satisfy standardized state government security requirements and can be used by agencies in mul...

In an increasingly connected world, disruptions to supply chains can severely impact the Department of Defense’s ability to sustain readiness and execute missions. Consequently, it's critical to analyze, predict, and mitigate potential supply chain risks through innovation in technology and data. By layering publicly available information sources, analysts and government officials can more effectively uncover hidden risk in defense indus...

The U.S. Department of Energy is a critical player in protecting the nation from bad actors. Focusing on energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges, Department of Energy leaders must utilize transformative science and technology solutions to ensure the security and prosperity of citizens across the nation. In this Agency Spotlight, join Nextgov/FCW for an engaging discussion with a Department of Energy leader to explore the agency’s a...

Forward-thinking leaders across the public sector are spearheading an Agile transformation by implementing modern solutions to boost time-to-market, optimize team productivity, and navigate time and budget constraints. Defense agencies are shifting away from traditional procurement processes and are developing Agile, mission-driven workflows as the foundation of their dynamic modernization strategies. By adopting this cutting-edge approach to...

Aficial intelligence has captured the attention of leaders at all levels of government. Despite being in its early stages of implementation, AI has already demonstrated its ability to revolutionize operations at state and local agencies. From clearing food stamp backlogs to translating 911 calls to reducing traffic congestion, the new technology’s applications seem almost limitless. Nonetheless, the technology’s potential comes wit...

Technology is reshaping the future of war, from undersea to outer space, and more than ever, commercial companies are shaping technological trends. We'll explore how recent developments in artificial intelligence have upended expectations for AI-powered tools, and how the Pentagon continues to press for advances in a dozen emerging technology areas. Join Defense One’s 9th Annual Tech Summit to learn how innovations of today and tomorrow...