How Connecticut’s CIO helps ‘needy’ schools
Connecticut Chief Information Officer Mark Raymond says that the Connecticut Education Network saves the state $30 million annually.
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Pittsburgh transit authority hit with ransomware attack
The transit authority said it's investigating a ransomware attack that briefly caused disruptions to the city's public transportation system.
Texas awards $170M contract to SAIC for IT, cybersecurity services
SAIC will assist Texas in providing its state agencies with cybersecurity monitoring and management services.
Indiana CIO Tracy Barnes to step down at end of Holcomb term
Indiana Chief Information Officer Tracy Barnes said he'll step down from his role at the start of 2025, before the new governor takes office.
New federal playbook targets cyber grant-funded critical infrastructure projects
The Cyber Infrastructure and Security Agency's latest playbook provides new resources for agencies working on improving the cybersecurity of the nation's critical infrastructure.
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How state and local agencies can manage evolving ransomware tactics
Sophos VP Rob Lalumondier discusses the latest cybersecurity challenges facing state and local governments and how advanced techniques and tools can protect sensitive data and improve defenses.
Cybersecurity edges out AI in 2025 state CIO priorities list
Cybersecurity and AI ran "neck and neck" according to NASCIO's executive director, but for the 12th year running, security is the top priority of state technology officials.
Local governments need more cyber funding, report finds
State governments are outperforming local governments on cybersecurity, according to a new report from the Center for Internet Security.
More states are digitizing benefits applications, requiring identity proofing
The number of states requiring identity proofing for social safety net benefits applications is creeping upward, according to a new report.
Bomb threats and cyberattacks: How election officials prepared for the 2024 election
Despite numerous threats from rival nations and bad actors online, Election Day 2024 proceeded with minimal disruptions. Two executives from the Center for Internet Security say it…
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