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As they modernize, agencies must think about security in terms of measured risk and making the most of their resources.
Boosting the ability to
respond to a crisis
During the coronavirus pandemic, technology has allowed us to stay connected while being socially distant and to participate in the economy without going to restaurants or retailers. It has also highlighted the need for agencies to deliver critical services even when government offices are closed to the public.
Furthermore, technology has an essential role to play in helping leaders make decisions about
how to manage a pandemic. With a modern
IT infrastructure, the government can boost its ability to correlate data and gain critical insights into understanding who is at higher risk of contracting the disease, the most likely means of pathogen transmission, the best containment and mitigation practices, and the most effective way to do contact tracing, for example.
A modern IT infrastructure is an essential tool in enabling the government to respond to current and future challenges. When it comes
to securing those systems and the digital services that agencies provide, the government needs technology that is specifically built for protecting modern IT systems, efficient and effective processes, and the help of qualified security experts.
Ultimately, even the most sophisticated IT system needs people, process and technology to stay secure.
Jon Ramsey is CTO at Secureworks.
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