The Government Technology Insider Podcast

For years – if not decades – federal government agencies have been facing a quartet of cyberattacks – phishing, supply chain attacks, ransomware, and DDoS. Now, in addition to these, agencies must deal with new threats including deep fakes. Deep fakes are a type of synthetic media that utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) to impersonate government officials and other trust...

Jeff Colburn, Enterprise Networking Solutions Architect at Presidio Federal, discusses the importance of incorporating Zero Trust architecture in cybersecurity practices, including multi-step verification processes for users. Due to the increase of cloud services, mobile devices, and remote work among federal agencies, there are more opportunities for data to be breached. Compromised systems have...

While many partners without an engineering or coding background may shy away from implementing AI because of the perceived complexities involved, no-code tools are game-changers. These tools are revolutionizing development processes, making AI accessible to everyone, and reshaping the innovation narrative. In part two of the AI and DevNet podcast, host Lucas Hunsicker reconnects with Ruben Dedman,...

AI’s impact on the world continues to expand as people embrace its numerous capabilities to drive positive business outcomes. When it comes to the dynamic world of DevNet, AI is not only influencing but reshaping the very fabric of DevNet, enhancing development processes, and opening new frontiers of innovation. Host Lucas Hunsicker sits down with Ruben Dedman, Technical Consulting Manager for Cis...

Applications and hardware are central to the public sector’s ability to provide better citizen experiences , but without a modernized network, agencies have difficulty being truly customer centric . Legacy network infrastructure not only impacts service delivery, but also carries additional risk in the form of weaker cyber defenses . Meeting the goals laid out in the 2021 Executive Order on Transf...

State and local government agencies are facing an incredibly challenging situation. Nation-state threat actors are using automation to create endless waves of cyberattacks in an attempt to overwhelm agencies and increase their chances of a successful attack. To combat these attacks, many state and local agencies, such as the State of North Dakota, are turning to automation to beat cybercriminals a...

The challenge of moving from public service to civilian life is one that weighs heavily on service members. The Department of Veterans Affairs has made strides toward easing the transition to veteran status with improvements to medical care and benefits administration, but the process of building a civilian career can be overwhelming. Finding ways to ease service members’ transition as they adapt...

When it comes to the modernization of federal services, taking a holistic approach to user experience could help agencies integrate technology seamlessly and securely. Government Technology Insider talked with Joe Jeter, Senior Vice President of Technology Services at Maximus, to discuss how using a total experience strategy can help agencies pair technology with human-centered design to create me...

The digital evolution of government has taken on a new life as federal agencies work to meet the requirements set by the customer experience Executive Order . As agencies strive to use technology to create more customer-centric experiences , it’s vital that they establish a strong foundation to ensure modernization efforts are continuously evolving with the mission. Government Technology Insider t...

The Department of Defense (DoD) is currently navigating the transition to commercial 5G networks while also exploring the integration of private networks as a foundational step toward wireless connectivity. The DoD aims to leverage commercial 5G in the future, when feasible, and complement it with private networks for targeted use cases. By using a combination of commercial and private networks, t...

Employing qualified candidates to work in government is a challenge that federal agencies have been grappling with for years. In addition, agencies are also struggling with the impacts of the pandemic-era surge in retirements. However, as a result of the recent layoffs in the tech industry, thousands of skilled workers are now looking for new opportunities. We talked with Teresa Weipert, Maximus’s...

At the end of 2022, the Department of Defense (DoD) released its Zero Trust Strategy and Roadmap , which highlighted the four key goals of Zero Trust Cultural Adoption, DoD Information Systems Secured and Defended, Technology Acceleration, and Zero Trust Enablement. With several federal agencies releasing Zero Trust frameworks and strategies, breaking down the guidelines and building a roadmap tha...

In the brave new world of federal IT, two things are certain; hybrid work is here to stay and the cloud will remain a fundamental aspect of the ecosystem. For federal agencies facing a new wave of technology, the prospect of both hybrid work and the cloud is equally exciting as worrying. Uniquely created legacy systems, specific risk factors, and highly sensitive data all require the utmost securi...

5G network slicing can allow federal agencies to create private, secure, and customized logical networks. Network slicing can enable agencies to tailor the network to meet mission specific needs, helping to guarantee resource availability, and enable quality of service based on the application and use case. This can be used when one application sends a private file with the ability for other 5G ne...

Increasing the connectivity federal agencies have at satellite and remote offices has been a priority for many years. However, the last three years have really accentuated the importance of driving a connection between work spaces. One solution that's gaining traction is Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) . Federal agencies, including the FBI, have already set their eyes on FWA and the capabilities it wi...

Supporting the all-important mission of ensuring national security, the Department of Defense is made up of 33 agencies. One of these agencies is the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). DISA focuses on IT and communications and leveraging them to support the DoD’s defense and security mission. With the evolution of the cyber landscape into a new domain, combating cyber threats has become a...

In today’s modern IT environment, rapid systemic change is an ideal that many strive for, but few achieve. This is doubly the case for federal agencies which often lack the lateral movements that their public sector counterparts may have. However, in today’s podcast, Government Technology Insider hears how agencies are overcoming operational issues to bring the next generation of government custom...

As more work occurs between on-premise environments and the cloud, and a rising number of connected devices, federal agencies must continue to evolve strategies for managing risk, compliance, and security in today’s complex operating environment. Fortunately, many small businesses are filling this gap by effectively tackling this landscape of compliance and security for government. By fostering co...

In the government arena, small businesses often provide agile, cutting-edge solutions that help agencies meet their mission needs. As a minority-woman-owned HUBZone small business, ReliaSource works with larger organizations such as Verizon to help government agencies manage their mobile devices and equipment. Offering solutions such as conditional access control, information protection, and co-ma...

In the federal arena, co-innovation allows agencies to partner and create innovative solutions and strategies that meet mission goals. By partnering with small businesses, like Colossal , agencies can collaborate on cutting edge solutions that help boost performance levels and drive down operation costs. Co-innovating can also lead to increased productivity, agility, and overall synergy. These wer...

As the Department of Defense (DoD) undergoes technology transformation periods and updates their legacy systems, modernizing TDM networks is rising up as a key priority. However, there are several challenges to overcome while updating legacy systems and achieving true TDM modernization . One of the main questions that must be addressed is how to modernize and support networks with legacy systems w...

In May of 2022, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) published a whitepaper on planning for a Zero Trust Architecture , which defines Zero Trust principles and discusses the development and implementation of the architecture. Whether it’s supporting a hybrid workforce, or responding to an emergent mission, the agencies of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) face challeng...

Following significant security breaches in late 2020 and early 2021, civilian agencies need to be even more vigilant with securing their networks. A key first step in helping agencies improve their security postures was the 2021 Executive Order on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity. While supplying critical information, the Order left agencies needing more concrete guidance. In response, the Whi...

Defense and intelligence agencies are demystifying Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) and developing an understanding of what it is and how to integrate it within their organizations. With recent government mandates , it is important to understand the key principles of Zero Trust so that agencies can meet the mandates. By educating the workforce, the warfighters, and collaborating with other agencies,...

Severe storms inflict widespread damage on everything in their path. From pinpoint damage done to homes and structures to large-scale disruptions caused by downed powerlines, the aftermath of a storm leaves communities with the monumental task of picking up the pieces. Making the process harder are many disaster response communication challenges, which require significant effort to overcome. Thank...