Identity authentication tools agencies can use to move towards zero trust
Government networks remain vulnerable to breaches from phishing attacks. Security experts in a new podcast outline solutions to tighten identity authentication controls.
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Census Bureau, contractor race to update identity management system for 2020
With 2020 census deadlines looming, the Census Bureau will continue work with a single contractor to implement $9.5 million in upgrades to secure taxpayer information.
Derived credentials will let feds use smartphones for ID
Government agencies will soon be able to replace the familiar Personal Identity Verification card with a smartphone equipped with a secure chip, two vendors say.
Federal cyber leaders convene for 2013 McAfee Public Sector Summit
Dr. Andrew Ozment, senior director of cybersecurity at the White House, at McAfee’s Public Sector Summit presented by FedScoop. (Photo: FedScoop) You’ve heard of TechStat and PortfolioStat.…
Audit: IRS won’t hit HSPD-12 ID card benchmark until 2018
The IRS may not be 100 percent compliant with HSPD-12 until 2018. (Credit: Wikimedia) New Treasury Department Chief Information Officer Sonny Bhagowalia has only been on the…
12 facts about HSPD-12
Kevin Youel Page, acting assistant commissioner of the Federal Acquisition Service General Services Administration, presents 12 facts about HSPD-12, the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12, on the…
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Overview: Six CIOs Give 25 Point Plan Updates
Just six months ago OMB announced its 25 Point Plan to Reform Federal IT and, to commemorate the anniversary, CIOs from throughout government are providing status updates…