The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is a federal agency within the Department of Homeland Security, established in November 2018. Its mission is to enhance the security, resilience, and reliability of the nation’s critical cyber and physical infrastructure. CISA leads national efforts to defend against cyber threats, manage risks, and coordinate infrastructure protection across government levels and with private sector partners. CISA provides a variety of services, including cybersecurity defense and incident response, risk management, and technical assistance. It focuses on protecting election infrastructure, securing physical assets like the electrical grid and transportation systems, and facilitating emergency communications. The agency also leads initiatives on AI security and collaborates with federal, state, local, and private sector stakeholders to improve national security and resilience. With approximately 3,200 staff and a budget exceeding $3 billion, CISA plays a vital role in safeguarding the United States against cyber and physical threats.
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It helps businesses reduce the risk of data breaches and minimize the impact of cyberattacks by swiftly containing threats, preventing lateral movement within the network, and providing comprehensive protection against cyber threats.
CISA is hosting town halls to discuss cyber incident reporting requirements for critical infrastructure, which is relevant to MSPs managing security for such clients.
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2018
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Government Administration
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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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