The New Paradigm: Advanced Targeted Attacks on Federal Government

When bad actors are looking to commit cybercrimes, they follow the path of least resistance. Unfortunately, that path often leads them to local governments. Cities, counties and municipalities have seen a surge in ransomware attacks, but strengthening their cybersecurity systems can be a challenges with limited budgets and IT security resources.

Public cloud – a shared environment that incorporates public sector best operating practices – is designed to constantly evolve to help local government organizations take advantage of new technologies and breakthrough business process innovations. They empower more proactive, automated, strategic, data-driven, and citizen-focused services. SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) platforms based on public cloud benefit from best business practices established over decades of working with public service organizations.

This 53 minute lecture is aimed at international students studying planning and environmental courses at a university level in Australia. It provides a brief overview of the four levels of government: international; national/Australian; State/Territory; and local government.

Driven by changing global norms and evolving public expectations, today’s Modern Government defines itself by the impact it can have on key Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues. While their capability to address these issues is nothing new, a combination of growing international uncertainty, rising costs, and social mandates has shifted action from obligation to responsibility, and as the world continues to press for change, it’s essential that those working to meet expectations do their best to deliver. In the first part of our series, leaders will explore key trends and priorities in the ESG landscape, benefits of a forward thinking ESG policy, and best practices for public sector officials as they take action on ESG issues.