Taking a holistic approach to cybersecurity [Video]

The public sector, the backbone of our nation’s critical infrastructure, faces relentless cyber threats. From healthcare systems to power grids, these institutions hold sensitive data and play a vital role in everyday life. Unfortunately, their vast networks and complex environments make them prime targets for cybercriminals. This necessitates a comprehensive understanding of activity across the entire digital environment.

Imagine a state government IT department, as Mike Watson, chief information security officer for the Commonwealth of Virginia, describes it: “We’ve got over 60 different agencies, different lines of businesses, that we have to support with a whole bunch of components that are critical.”

He highlighted the significance of integrating telemetry data across digital platforms. “In our environments, especially within the state and public sector, the integration of telemetry data is vital,” he explained. “We’re dealing with a scenario where our critical infrastructure must remain operational under all circumstances. This integration helps …