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The annual implementation report recommends reversing Trump administration budget cuts, empowering the national cyber director and other steps.
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Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., sent a letter Tuesday to acting CISA Director Madhu Gottumukkala raising concerns about staffing levels and the direction of the nation’s primary cybersecurity agency, writing that the “Trump Administration has undertaken multiple efforts to decimate CISA’s workforce, undermining our nation’s cybersecurity.” Swalwell, the ranking member on the House Homeland Security Subcommittee […]
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A DHS plan estimates that it would keep nearly 900 CISA workers on the job during a lapse in federal funding.
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Mark Gorak outlined that the department has seen a drop in the time it takes to hire, but much more work is needed.
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The contentious hearing focused on other subjects, but lawmakers still had cyber questions and accusations for the head of the bureau.
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Nick Andersen rebutted criticisms from industry, state and local governments and the Hill about where CISA capabilities stand.
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He takes over a key leadership role in a position that’s seen rapid turnover over the past year.
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It’s a “pivotal” moment for Sean Cairncross, fresh off his Senate confirmation in a changing federal cyber landscape.
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The president selected the former RNC, White House and Millennium Challenge Corporation official for the job in February.
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The Oregon Democrat has vowed to place a hold on the nomination to lead the agency until CISA releases the report.
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