The War on Cybersecurity

Cyber Warriors. Cyber Warfare. Cyberattacks. NetWars. Cyberkills.

These offensive-minded buzzwords are moving the conversation away from what really counts when protecting your networked assets: defense. Make no mistake, there is a war on cybersecurity and it could be distracting you.

Security is defined as “the quality or state of being safe.” Its function is protection. But more organizations are choosing a new cybersecurity mantra: “The best defense is a good offense.” This is wrong.

Cybersecurity Wednesdays: Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) Enabling Technologies: Can You Name Them?

Cybersecurity Wednesdays is written by Van Ristau, DLT Solutions’ Chief Technology Officer. Throughout the month, he’ll explore the world of public sector cybersecurity; introducing concepts, offering opinions, providing resources, and identifying ways to protect your agency. You may also follow Van on Twitter at @VanRistau.

Technically News - 11/19

TechnTechnically News is a new feature on Technically Speaking that scans thousands of industry articles to present you with a weekly source of IT news, information, and ideas that impact the public sector.ically News is a new feature on Technically Speaking that scans thousands of industry articles to present you with a weekly source of IT news, information, and ideas that impact the public sector.

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GovDefenders Wednesdays is a weekly written by Van Ristau, DLT Solutions’ Chief Technology Officer. Throughout the month, he’ll explore the world of public sector cybersecurity; introducing concepts, offering opinions, providing resources, and identifying ways to protect your agency. Follow Van at @VanRistau for additional news.