Providing a secure cloud for agency applications To safeguard people’s personal information and the systems we rely on, agencies must adopt a security-first mindset. At a recent event hosted by the Partnership and the IBM Center for The Business of Government, three federal leaders shared insights to help agencies achieve this organizational change. Read More
The 3 stages of cloud adoption Cloud computing—or the use of remote servers and services hosted on the internet—is rapidly becoming the norm for information technology in the federal government. The Partnership and the IBM Center for The Business of Government convened three federal IT experts to share tips to help agencies adopt cloud platforms. Read More
Building resilience by keeping your W.I.T.S.—workforce, innovation, technology and security— about you The coronavirus pandemic presented an opportunity to rethink how agencies work and deliver services and build a more resilient government. Our new report examines government’s response to the pandemic and offers recommendations for building resilience to future crises. Read More
How one public-private partnership is closing the cybersecurity talent gap Amidst a global pandemic that has made us more reliant on digital technology, public and private sector organizations need to prepare for and safeguard against cyber threats. However, the latest workforce data shows a shortage of cybersecurity professionals. The Cybersecurity Talent Initiative aims to reduce that talent gap. Read More
Meet Michelle Massarik, a young woman taking on the world of cybersecurity Michelle Massarik, a participant in the Cybersecurity Talent Initiative, talks about her new assignment in the federal government and offers advice for women interested in cybersecurity careers. Read More
Closing the cybersecurity skills gap: A Q&A with CyberVista CEO Simone Petrella The Partnership spoke with CyberVista CEO Simone Petrella and asked her about their role as sole technical partner for the Cybersecurity Talent Initiative and why she is committed to the growth and development of cyber employees in the federal government. Read More
Cybersecurity: Staying resilient in the face of a cyber breach Cyber resilience is crucial in protecting mission-critical government work, but which methods are most effective in responding to cyberattacks? Learn how two federal agencies approached cyber resilience and apply these lessons to your agency. Read More
Strategic cybersecurity communications: A balancing act Catherine Sabas, who works in information and security services at the Bureau of the Fiscal Service, explores why information sharing is crucial to any cybersecurity program. She also discusses the benefits of working in an everchanging environment and offers advice for people interested in cybersecurity careers in the federal government. Read More
Cybersecurity careers and awareness in federal government: Q&A with a cyber professional This National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we spoke with Austin Cusak of CISA to learn more about federal careers in cybersecurity. Watch highlights from the interview. Read More
Careers in cybersecurity: Not just for hackers Michelle Rosa, president of Young Government Leaders, explores why now is the perfect time for job seekers to find a position in cybersecurity. Rosa also goes into detail about what it means to work in cybersecurity and the many pathways individuals can take to launch a career in the field. Read More
