Ep. 197 Secure By Design: Driving Government Modernization Through Secure Development Practices
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“Shift Left” is a popular phrase in software development used to represent the idea of prioritizing certain tasks earlier in the life cycle process to avoid or easily identify potential problems before it moves on. This week on Feds At The Edge, we ask the question – What does it take and what does it really mean to “shift left.” Our expert guests share practical insights on tackling the complex realities of modern software design and deployment. Amit Madan, Chief Architect, Center for Enterprise Modernization at Mitre, recommends preparing for...
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Ep. 196 Accelerating Cloud Migration for Agencies
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As federal agencies move toward greater efficiency, cloud adoption is making the transition from optional to essential. But Federal leaders know not every system is a good candidate. This week on Feds At The Edge, our expert guests share what agencies will need to know in order to identify which of their systems can move to the cloud and which systems are best suited to remain on-prem. David Updike, CTO and Director for the Office of Digital Services & Technology Architecture at EPA, explains how cost frameworks reveal trade-offs between flexibility and savings, and...
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Ep. 195 Creating a Zero Trust Ecosystem
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Zero Trust is more than a technology shift, it’s a cultural one. This week on Feds At The Edge, our expert guests explore how agencies can successfully implement Zero Trust by focusing on people, leveraging AI, and understanding risk at every level. With over 600,000 employees and 1,000 applications, the USPS faced a massive challenge. Heather Dyer, VP & Chief Information Security Officer for the USPS, shares how clear communication, continuous monitoring, and behavioral insights were key to driving adoption. Joined by Prem Jadhwani, CTO at Government...
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Ep. 194 Bringing Together Cloud Flexibility & AI Power
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The cloud offers incredible potential, are you making the most of it? This week on Feds At The Edge, our expert guests explore three key strategies for utilizing AI to optimize potential, lighten workloads and ensure security in the hybrid and cloud work landscape. >> AI for Smarter Cloud Management: Kevin Walsh, Director, Information Technology and Cybersecurity Team at GAO, suggests turning your focus on what we’ve learned from past use cases, especially for those who are overwhelmed with the idea of where to even begin their...
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Ep. 193 Adding System Observability to Monitoring for a Holistic View
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Digital transformation has been a federal buzzword for years, but what’s the first step in making it a reality? It all starts with knowing what’s on your network and being able to monitor it before and during a transition. This week on Feds At the Edge, our expert guests take a deep dive into the future of network monitoring and digital transformation. Tom Gilmore, Enterprise Data Architect in the USMC, drops a staggering statistic: in just 2.5 years, over 15,000 applications were built and deployed across the Marine Corps—many of which are likely...
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Ep. 192 AI promises to Unlock Research Potential to Solve Big Changes
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Everyone is trying to unlock Artificial Intelligence's promise. We have seen generative AI tricks that can summarize long documents in a flash, which is substantially different from the requirements of serious federal research. Today, we examined some challenges scientific communities experience in applying AI. Quentin Kerilman from the PNN labs throws some icy water on AI enthusiasts when he cautions that using AI for many sensitive applications has no framework. Leaders must use their best judgment when including data sets in projects. Ramesh Menon from the DIA warns that careful data...
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Ep. 191 Transforming Public Sector Leadership with Data-Driven Decisions
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When the Federal Chief Data Officer (CDO) role was first introduced, simply knowing where data was stored and how to secure it was a major accomplishment. Today, CDOs are expected to be strategic leaders, driving data-driven decision-making across federal agencies. But how can they successfully make this transition? This week on Feds At the Edge, our expert guests provide a roadmap for CDOs looking to expand their influence. Arjuna Rivera, Senior Solutions Engineer at Atlassian, kicks off the discussion by outlining seven key considerations for obtaining...
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Ep. 190 The Future of 5G Technology
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Despite the official launch of 5G networks in 2018, their full potential for federal applications has yet to be realized. This week on Feds At the Edge, we explore the value of a mature 5G network and the groundbreaking possibilities of its next evolution. Sal D'Itri, Chairman of National Spectrum Consortium, introduces the concept of a “network in a box,” an on-demand, scalable solution that enables rapid adaptation to changing workloads. Steve Vogelsang, CTO Federal at Nokia Federal Solutions, discusses the need for better device...
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Ep. 189 Bringing Automation to Cloud Risk Management
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With cyberthreats on constant rise, Federal Leaders consider what role automation can play in managing cloud involvement and best practices to ensure their commitment to securing the nation’s data. This week on Feds At the Edge, we explore the role of AI, governance, and collaboration in strengthening security and improving capabilities and data security. Joseph Ronzio, Deputy Chief Health Technology Officer, Veterans Health Administration, talks about the risks of blind patching and the benefits of a hybrid approach—combining automation with manual...
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Ep. 188 IT Disaster Recovery is More than Rebooting Systems
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Despite federal mandates requiring every agency to have a disaster recovery plan, 6% of the federal government still lacks one entirely. This week on Feds At the Edge, we explore proven strategies for building effective backup plans and provide timely advice for organizations with basic or intermediary recovery plans looking to enhance their preparedness. We’ll focus on the key pillars of disaster recovery- planning, communication, and continuous updates. Tommy Baril, Assistant Director, Defense Capabilities and Management Team, for GAO, highlights the need for...
info_outlineMalicious actors are always looking for the “Easy Button” when it comes to breaching your system.
This week on Feds At the Edge, we are revisiting our conversation on looking at the protection of Operational Technology (OT), critical hardware on premises. Traditionally separated from IT systems by air gaps, OT is now increasingly managed by IT departments due to the convergence of IT and OT.
Few realize that OT has federal compliance regulations, just like IT. The real issue, should an OT systems administrator have to do repetitive work to comply with IT mandates? Marty Edwards, Deputy CTO, OT/IoT from
Tenable, noted that he has seen up to 80% similarity between IT and OT compliance standards, prompting efforts to reduce redundancy.