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Federal Security Mandate Update: Where Are We Now?

The Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) is being revamped to meet changing federal systems security demands. In the meantime, newer federal security initiatives such as Trusted Internet Connection (TIC), Einstein network monitoring, and the Homeland Security Presidential Directive-12 (HSPD-12), are starting to take hold. Just how well are agencies keeping pace with compliance? Gain insight from federal thought leaders below.

" ... agencies must move from a compliance-focused culture to one that emphasizes risk management and a more proactive approach [to security]." – John Stewart, Chief Security Officer, Cisco

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An "Inaugural" Opportunity for Security

A Cisco CSO and CSIS Commission member provides insight into the nation's current threat landscape and the need to rebuild public-private partnerships.
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OMB Phases Out Homeland Security Group

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) recently disbanded the group that was formed to help agencies meet HSPD-12 deadlines.
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Administration Seeks to Improve Information Assurance

The OMB is considering new reporting metrics under FISMA for more continuous security monitoring at agencies.
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GSA Awards Trusted Internet Connection (TIC) Contracts

The General Services Administration recently awarded two managed trusted Internet protocol services (MTIPS) contracts -- an important step towards helping agencies comply with TIC.
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Inspector General: More Intelligence Integration Needed

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence says further IT system integration will help overcome impediments to information sharing, and reduce vulnerability.
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The 2009 State of Cybersecurity Survey

Cisco's CSO and industry experts discuss important findings from a survey of federal CISOs that addresses progress on security programs, threats, and the changing role of the federal CISO.
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A Snapshot of Threats and Trends

Each year, Cisco taps into the views of about 400 officials to assess the state of information security. Learn about their major concerns.
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Status Report: 60-day Information Security Review

The White House information security review aims to address the policy and legal framework under which agencies currently work. However, updating the legislative or regulatory structure alone is only part of the task.
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Making Progress on TIC

The TIC initiative requires agencies to reduce their pipes to the Internet, while still staying connected. Find out how it's working.
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