The United States is at war. Virtually unchecked for years now, our adversaries have been stealing our intellectual property and disrupting American commerce and our democratic way of life. This war is being waged primarily on our nation’s critical infrastructure, mainly the energy sector, telecommunication networks and financial systems. Eighty-seven percent of critical infrastructure in […]
Electricity is an essential element of every life powering homes, businesses and the national economy. In an increasingly digitized world, effectively managing cybersecurity has become critical to the reliability of the grid and the protection of data. While there are many forms of utility business models, public power systems often operate as part of a […]
As we predict the lasting impact that COVID-19 will have on our lives, we cannot ignore two major lessons learned. First, states, and governors, have extraordinary power and responsibility to protect the public from threats. Simply put, it is a mistake to neglect the important role state and local leaders play. Second, our lives will […]
As was predicted when the government moved wholesale towards remote telework in response to the COVID-19 crisis, malicious activities targeting federal systems and employees rose dramatically. While nation-state adversaries increased their hacking operations, a proliferation of unintended vulnerabilities – those caused by the extreme reliance on legacy technologies, poor processes, and analog workflows created enormous […]
Recent tragedies have shined a light on the racial injustices that still exist in our society. The horrific and tragic death of George Floyd has lit a fire that sparked a movement in our country. In the wake of George Floyd’s death, a unified force has emerged. People from different communities, and of all colors […]
Inside Story is a digital thought leadership platform covering issues that are shaping policy debates in the nation’s capital and around the globe. Produced by Story Partners, the publication spotlights the best thinking from businesses, government, and non-profit leaders.
Sign up to get our newsletter sent directly to your inbox once a month. Unsubscribe at any time.
Renewed Focus on Cybersecurity
/in Cybersecurity /by Gloria Story DittusThe COVID-19 pandemic has shined a light on cyber vulnerabilities within our country. As nationwide shutdowns were implemented to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, many employees shifted to remote work and operations went fully digital. Businesses, organizations and governments have faced cybersecurity challenges as a result. Cyber threats have long been a challenge for many businesses […]