In a recent interview with MeriTalk, Egon Rinderer, senior vice president of global enterprise and public sector at NinjaOne, discusses how agency cybersecurity strategies are changing to respond to this reality, how the priorities of the federal cyber strategy intersect, and why process change is essential to achieve unified visibility and full value from new technology. […]

As artificial intelligence (AI) accelerates the speed and sophistication of cyberattacks, federal agencies need new ways to detect adversaries earlier in the attack lifecycle. Cybersecurity leaders from Acalvio discuss how AI-powered cyber deception helps agencies identify attackers sooner, reduce false positives, and strengthen zero trust detection strategies. […]

In a recent ColorTokens solution brief, experts explore how organizations are using Xshield™ to extend the power of existing EDR platforms into the network environment – enabling the ability to quickly and seamlessly develop and deploy policies to stop the lateral spread of malware or ransomware. […]

Download the e-book to view a practical roadmap for agencies to consolidate strategically and modernize confidently, ensuring every citizen touchpoint contributes to a stronger, more responsive government. […]

As security teams work to break free from inefficiencies — eliminating tedious busywork, overcoming alert overload, and closing critical data gaps — and build a smarter, more resilient SOC of the future, Splunk created the State of Security 2025 report to uncover the most impactful strategies for evolving the SOC. […]

Across a video, an in-depth podcast conversation, and a practical written Q&A, Cisco subject-matter experts will share real-world examples, best practices, and measurable outcomes that demonstrate agencies can have safety, speed, and ease of use. […]

Download this issue brief to learn how IBM Apptio helps agencies unify financial and operational data to improve forecasting, transparency, and audit readiness – and tie every dollar to mission value. […]

MeriTalk spoke with Gabrielle Rivera, vice president, federal financial agencies, and regulatory commissions at Maximus, to discuss a comprehensive approach to modernization that combines data modernization, cybersecurity maturity, outcome-based contracting, and artificial intelligence and automation in federal financial operations. […]

Download this issue brief to learn how federal agencies can regain control of Kubernetes costs – securely and at scale. […]

This playbook helps practitioners modernize securely, meet the latest executive mandates, and unlock AI at mission speed. […]

As the Department of Defense rolls out new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements, organizations across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) must ensure compliance to continue handling sensitive government data. […]

MeriTalk recently spoke with Kynan Carver, senior director of cybersecurity at Maximus, about the expanding cyber threat landscape, implementing layered defenses, and how automation and advanced tools like AI and ML support disaster response. […]

As Federal missions grow more reliant on connected operational technology, securing the software that powers these systems becomes mission-critical. This case study explores how Shift5 partnered with Chainguard to implement a hardened development process aligned with Department of Defense standards like Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 140-3 and Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs) requirements. […]

As agencies move beyond initial zero trust implementation, the next challenge is maturing those capabilities in a way that is both sustainable and strategic. This series offers practical insights to help Federal organizations simplify operations, unify security approaches, and optimize existing investments to strengthen their zero trust posture. Explore how to build scalable frameworks, prioritize […]

As cyber threats evolve, organizations handling sensitive data must ensure seamless, secure information flow — without compromising performance or compliance. In high-risk environments, real-time, uninterrupted data transfer is essential for maintaining operational integrity and decision-making capabilities. […]

The growing presence of open source malware is intensifying, introducing severe risks in the form of software supply chain attacks. Unlike vulnerabilities, open source malware is deliberately designed to infiltrate and compromise software supply chains. U.S. Federal agencies face unique challenges in securing complex systems, making it essential to stay ahead of these evolving threats. […]

“Navigating Disruption: SOF Logistics in Contested Environments” explores contested logistics – the ability to maintain operational capabilities and sustain forces in the most challenging military domains. […]

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency’s (CISA) Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) Program is one of the most mature and comprehensive cybersecurity programs ever introduced and is highly effective at mitigating cyber threats. But as agencies continue to add more assets and data, implementing it properly has become increasingly challenging. […]

Regardless of your security posture and maturity, understanding your attack surface and how critical vulnerabilities could leave gaps in your defenses allows you to 1) get ahead of the attacker, 2) work proactively, and 3) ensure the core business is protected from a major disruption. […]

The fundamental problem with legacy PAM solutions lies in their architectural DNA. These systems were built for an era of clear network boundaries, where a strong perimeter was enough to keep threats at bay. In today’s environment of hybrid clouds, remote work and interconnected systems, this model isn’t just outdated — it poses a significant threat. […]

The number of cyber incidents targeting Federal agencies has risen significantly, with more than 30,000 reported to CISA last year. But a deeper threat lies in undetected breaches – the stealthy intrusions that begin with the compromise of sensitive data – and result in attacks, years in the making, that can hinder the ability of […]

With growing cyber threats from abroad targeting critical infrastructure and a push to bolster cybersecurity for the U.S. presidential election, it is more important than ever for agencies to be locked down from foreign hacks. […]

In a recent interview, Travis Steele, chief architect at Red Hat, discussed best practices for virtualization today, how virtualization and containers can coexist, and how a common platform for both creates a pathway to modernization. […]

In a recent interview with MeriTalk, Tony Holmes, public sector practice lead for solutions architects at Pluralsight, discusses how Federal organizations can gain this vital knowledge of employee skills in a workplace increasingly transformed by artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies. […]

In this report, you’ll uncover the insights you need to fill critical skills gaps, overcome challenges, and create a culture of learning that drives sustainable upskilling engagement. […]

MeriTalk recently sat down with Travis Rosiek, public sector chief technology officer at Rubrik, to discuss the current threat landscape and the changes in the updated framework that help agencies and organizations plan for worst-case cyberattack scenarios. […]

Federal cybersecurity teams are struggling to get ahead of adversaries, resulting in threat actors gaining access to sensitive government systems and data. […]

The U.S. armed forces have maintained their status as the world’s top military power in large part because of their ability to use data in making good decisions during combat. This information dominance is derived from the ability to incorporate data from a variety of sources quickly and comprehensively. […]

This issue brief explores the intricate relationship between AI, JADC2, and cybersecurity, highlighting the critical measures necessary to protect the DoD’s networks from sophisticated cyber threats. […]

As Federal agencies ramp up their defenses against potential cyberattacks, the threat landscape grows ever more worrisome. Nation-state actors are using cyber threats to soften the ground for physical attacks, steal secrets, and impose economic costs on America. Targets include Federal agencies such as the Department of Energy, which governs the energy sector, defense agencies, and critical infrastructure. […]