US Gov. Cybersecurity Roadmap: Where it came from and Where is it Going?

Today, information is worth more than riches. The new currency is data. With this being true, the state of cybersecurity within the upper branches of the government was shockingly under-prepared. In this episode, I speak with Mark Montgomery, the former Executive Director of the Cyber Solarium Commission, about the report the commission published in March 2020 and how that document has influenced the US Government’s roadmap to improve cybersecurity, prevent cyber attacks, and protect the nation's data. Join us as we discuss:  Critical steps forward for cybersecurity  Six pillars of importance in federal circles Challenges in the cybersecurity workforce To hear this episode, and many more like it, you can subscribe to The Virtual CISO Podcast here.  If you don’t use Apple Podcasts, you can find all our episodes here. Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for The Virtual CISO Podcast in your favorite podcast player.

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The Virtual CISO Podcast is a frank discussion that provides the very best information security advice and insights for Security, IT and Business leaders. If you’re looking for the latest strategies, tips, and trends from seasoned information security practitioners, want no-B.S. answers to your biggest security questions, need a perspective on how your peers are addressing the same issues, or just simply want to stay informed and proactive, then welcome to the show. Our moderator, John Verry, chats with industry thought leaders to ensure you have what you need to be confident in your security and compliance. John will keep you informed, and perhaps even mildly entertained, through topics like ISO 27001, breach avoidance, incident response, dealing with pesky security questionnaires, data privacy, and managing vendor risk. Think of it as security… with a smile.