Michael Duffy, acting federal chief information security officer, called the present technology moment “pivotal” and detailed steps leaders are taking to address it.

Michael Duffy is centering conversations with cyber leaders on enterprise cyber defense, increasing operational resilience, and securing a modern U.S. government.

He’s also leaving ONCD, where he’s served as deputy national cyber director.

"For the first time in history, the civilian government, we have a comprehensive inventory of our asymmetric cryptography across all the agencies and their critical systems," said…

The long-awaited bill seeks to improve cybersecurity coordination between agencies and codify the role of the federal CISO.

A spokesperson confirmed the appointment and said the IT leader will start work on Oct. 10.

The role is currently politically appointed but does not have statutory authority.

Chris DeRusha says he is toying with the idea of a tour-of-duty model to attract cybersecurity talent to government.

GSA, OPM and the Department of Education are among the recipients of a $311M distribution from the central fund.

The Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation program director and federal chief information security officer intend to participate in the Zero Trust Working Group.