When asked about his recent transition from Garrison Commander at Fort George G. Meade to Director of Cyber Development in the Maryland Department of Commerce (previously the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development), Ken … Read more
The expansion of network-connected devices that has been dubbed the Internet of Things (IoT) has also brought about a sea change in enterprise information technology (IT). While this change has been occurring over several years, … Read more
Housekeeping, landscaping, tax preparation, and automobile services are all best left to the experts. Private individuals outsource because it saves time and money, and businesses do the same. The top reasons companies outsource are to … Read more
“Maryland has effectively leveraged its existing assets, proximity to the federal government, and strong leadership both at the gubernatorial and congressional delegation level to brand itself as the ‘cybersecurity epicenter’ of the country.” A bit … Read more
Globalization and the Internet of Things have raised the business world’s connectedness to unprecedented levels. As a result of this always-on environment, consumers are demanding immediate and secure access to all kinds of information across … Read more
Procurement can be challenging in any organization. Gathering requirements, assessing needs, determining the most cost-effective solutions, and finding reliable and trustworthy vendors can tax the savviest of IT organizations. Adding the layers of regulation faced … Read more
Amid the aftermath of troubling cybersecurity breaches at various government agencies—including the Office of Personnel Management— the United States government and Congress have pushed for a major increase in government focus and spending on cyber … Read more
It’s beginning to be a universally acknowledged truth that cybersecurity is a necessity for every organization, from top-secret government bureaus to local bars. Thanks to its harmonious convergence of government agencies, top-notch educational institutions and … Read more
The Greater Baltimore region of Maryland has become one of the most densely concentrated cybersecurity markets in the world. There are more than 211,000 skilled professionals employed in this market, developing the latest in cyber-related … Read more
The potential for entrepreneurship in information security has piqued the interest of many techies who haven’t yet had the opportunity to strike out on their own. The reasons for not starting a company vary almost … Read more
