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✨ Last week’s Google Public Sector Summit was a game-changer! Top leaders and innovators came together to explore what’s possible in public service through cutting-edge technology. From AI to cloud computing, the day was filled with inspiring presentations and insightful discussions on how these technologies are driving efficiency, enhancing security, and transforming government operations. Key takeaways emphasized the need for continuous innovation, strong global partnerships, and a skilled workforce to lead the way. 🌐 Stay tuned for more insights and future events as we continue to redefine public service through the power of technology. https://lnkd.in/ep6-C-_v #GooglePublicSector #GooglePSSummit Google Cloud Karen Dahut | Thomas Kurian | Alastair Thomson | Alexis B. | Baibhav Devkota | Beth Simone Noveck | Darnita Trower | David Markowitz | Kaeli Yuen, MD | Krishna Kalyanam | Ted Kaouk, PhD | Chance Saltzman | Gulam Shakir | Heather Blackwell | Jay A. | Kevin Cornish | Maj Gen Anthony Genatempo | Mark M. | Max Stier | Nick Weber | Ron Robinette | Toks Omishakin | Young Bang | Jane Overslaugh Rathbun | Zach Whitman | Aaron Weis | Alice Rison | Amina Al Sherif | Bill Pszenny | Brent Mitchell | Elizabeth Moon | Jan Niemiec | Katharyn White | Kevin Mandia | Kyle Steckler | Leigh Palmer | Mansoor Raza | M. K. Palmore | Patrice Walters

Michael Duffy, Acting Federal CISO for the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President, joined Billy Mitchell, SVP & Executive Editor of Scoop News Group, for a forward-looking fireside chat on the future of federal cyber policy. Their discussion covered essential topics shaping cybersecurity in the public sector, including anticipated policies for 2025, agency priorities, and progress on zero trust initiatives. They also examined the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, highlighting collaborative efforts underway, and discussed how federal IT modernization is strengthening cloud security across agencies. #CyberTalks

Iranga Kahangama, Assistant Secretary for Cyber, Infrastructure, Risk, and Resilience Policy at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, highlighted critical strategies for protecting our supply chains from emerging cyber threats at #CyberTalks.

Marcos Rogers, Regional Leader of National Security & Defense at Cisco, emphasized the critical importance of maintaining vigilance in cybersecurity as threats continue to evolve at #CyberTalks.

Morgan Adamski, Executive Director of U.S. Cyber Command, highlighted the evolving challenges and strategies in cybersecurity that affect both national and international security at #CyberTalks.

Eric Trexler, SVP of U.S. Public Sector at Palo Alto Networks, delivered a keynote on the power of architectural simplification. He highlighted how Rivian’s software-defined vehicles streamline complexity with reduced wiring and continuous updates, achieving notable cost savings. Drawing impactful parallels to cybersecurity, Trexler emphasized Palo Alto Networks’ platform approach to reducing security complexity. By advocating for AI-driven, real-time solutions, he underscored the importance of unified platform strategies in providing comprehensive, enterprise-wide protection against today’s intensified cyber threats. #CyberTalks

Cynthia Kaiser, Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI Cyber Division, delivered a presentation focused on the current state of ransomware threats and the ongoing efforts to combat them. #CyberTalks

Gregory L. Otto, Editor-in-Chief at CyberScoop, moderated a panel discussion on the future of post-quantum encryption with key industry leaders. Joining him were Nick P., Branch Director for Federal Cybersecurity at the Executive Office of the President; Cherilyn Pascoe, Director of the National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) at National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST); and Dr. Dr. Matthew McFadden, VP of Cyber at General Dynamics Information Technology. The discussion centered on the urgent threat quantum computing poses to traditional cryptosystems like RSA and ECC, highlighting the need for rapid upgrades. A significant focus was on NIST’s role in guiding the transition to quantum-resistant standards, along with best practices for organizations adopting these new algorithms. The panel addressed challenges in implementation, the trade-offs between security and performance, and ongoing concerns within the field. Insights on upcoming advancements underscored the crucial steps needed to secure our digital future in a post-quantum world. #CyberTalks

At #CyberTalks, Laura Galante, Director of the Cyber Threat Intelligence Integration Center for the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, underscored the urgent need for a robust digital intelligence posture to tackle an expanding digital attack surface impacting sectors like healthcare, energy, transportation, and telecom. Galante emphasized the power of integrated intelligence capabilities—joint problem-solving, dynamic threat tracking, and enhanced collaboration across the infosec community, operational technology firms, and critical service providers. Her insights highlighted how resilient partnerships can strengthen digital security and deliver a decision advantage through 2025 and beyond.

Trevor Brenn, Head of Federal Engineering at Varonis, and Wole Moses, Chief AI Officer at Microsoft Federal Civilian, explored how Microsoft Copilot is transforming data governance for federal organizations. They discussed how Copilot enables secure knowledge synthesis across documents, bolsters data governance, and enhances insider threat detection. The session provided actionable insights on using AI to safeguard sensitive records, detect suspicious activity, and ensure compliance in complex environments—advancing data security at every level. #CyberTalks Microsoft in Government