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Why agencies need to work together to defend forward
The Department of State has demonstrated that it can help the Department of Defense in cyberspace.
By Andrew Eversden
CyberCon 2017: Beyond Cybersecurity [Gallery]
Get a feel for the day with photos from the third annual CyberCon, held Nov. 28, 2017, in Pentagon City, Virginia.
IoT is changing the meaning of ‘critical infrastructure’
The proliferation of internet of things devices tied into critical industries is changing the perspective on what constitutes critical infrastructure.
By Jessie Bur
4 traits government agencies are looking for in cyber workers
A panel of federal and industry representatives at CyberCon 2017 said they often value broad characteristics over specific skill sets in hiring cyber workers.
By Mike Gruss
Despite growing interest in cyber, nations have many competing priorities
Nations need to rectify competing national priorities with growing cyber interest and investment.
By Mark Pomerleau
3 ways Congress can help boost cybersecurity
While meaningful legislation may not be in the immediate future, at least one congressman believes there are ways to improve cybersecurity.
By Amber Corrin
How CYBERCOM’s efforts against ISIS have changed
U.S. Cyber Command is shifting its digital approach to the Islamic State group, using what one general calls the “totality of the U.S. government’s capabilities.”
By Aaron Mehta
Should other nations be worried about Cyber Command’s latest status?
When President Trump elevated CYBERCOM to full combatant command status, it marked a final acknowledgement that cyber is a vital component of American war fighting.
By Aaron Mehta
'Tis the season for CyberCon
It’s that time of year again. A time when people come together to catch up on the last 12 months and reconnect with friends and colleagues.
By Aaron Boyd
Democrats: Cutting cyber grants will worsen workforce shortage
Democrats on the House Homeland Security Committee took aim during a Tuesday hearing at cuts to federal grant and scholarship programs under the Administration’s and House of Representative’s proposed budgets, which they say would negatively impact the already insufficient cyber workforce in the U.S.
By Jessie Bur
Top 10 acquisition trends of fiscal 2017 [Commentary]
As the final push for fiscal year 2017 contract obligations comes to an end, it’s helpful to take a step back and assess the contracting environmental trends that have emerged over the past year.
By Michael Fischetti