Whole-of-state Cybersecurity: Three Procurement Considerations for the Public Sector
Read our latest article outlining three key considerations for the procurement of cybersecurity solutions.
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What is the traditional cybersecurity model used by states?
States have typically employed a federated model for cybersecurity, where each public sector organization is responsible for securing its own critical applications. This approach lacks a comprehensive statewide perspective on visibility and risk management, making it difficult for government leaders to identify and prioritize risks effectively. As cyber events increasingly threaten public sector organizations, there is a shift toward a whole-of-state model that enhances visibility and risk reduction across the state's infrastructure.
How are states optimizing their cybersecurity programs?
State and local governments are moving towards collective defenses, collaborating with both public and private organizations to strengthen their security resources. Initiatives like the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program, which allocates $1 billion over four years, aim to support the implementation of cybersecurity best practices. Additionally, programs like the Arizona Statewide Cyber Readiness Grant Program provide technical assistance and security software to help vulnerable communities reduce infrastructure risks.
What challenges do governments face in technology procurement?
One of the primary challenges is navigating outdated regulations and policies that hinder agility in procurement processes. Delays in acquiring cybersecurity solutions can leave at-risk systems vulnerable for longer periods. Fast procurement is essential for leveraging grants and funding with short expiration windows. According to a study on AWS Marketplace, organizations can save 66% of the time typically spent on procurement, allowing them to access necessary resources more quickly and enhance their defenses against cyber incidents.
Whole-of-state Cybersecurity: Three Procurement Considerations for the Public Sector
published by OTS, Inc.
OTS, Inc. is a full service technology solutions provider. We are an authorized Lenovo Business Partner as well as Authorized Warranty Service Center. OTS provides a wide range of consulting (e.g. technology planning, budgeting, etc.), sales, implementation, and outsourced IT services for small and medium sized businesses located in West and Central Pennsylvania. OTS also provides network administration services to those businesses as well. OTS has added network and security assessment services to make sure you are operating within compliance guidelines for your industry or vertical market. OTS also is a managed service provider with secure off-site backup services for our clients as an option for compliance purposes. Finally, OTS provides a safe and secure digital information destruction service that destroys all information stored on a hard drive.
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