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“I've been in cybersecurity, selling to the state for about 12 years now. A goal of mine, which has kind of persisted through the 12 years, is just being able to make sure that the data of California citizens are protected and secured,” Macias told Industry Insider — California in an interview.
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A handful of tech-related procurements caught our eye on the state’s procurement website, Cal eProcure, and might be worth a closer look for the right vendors.
The Legislative Analyst’s Office has published a report examining California’s budgetary reserve policy and offering recommendations to improve it.
County staff was directed to complete the pending analysis in time for supervisors to consider adding new requirements to the $1 billion information technology contract that is coming up for renewal later this year.
The AISO will oversee the planning and development of the Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency's information security strategy and enterprisewide security program for both the agency and its 11 member departments.
Lawmakers have been busily introducing new legislation this session that could bring new requirements and opportunities for agencies and industry. Here are just a few of them.
Legislation is one way state lawmakers are trying to tackle potential risks posed by AI as chatbots surge in popularity among young people.
"Housing is very challenged in San Jose, [but] data centers are not," said Andrew Jacobson, vice president of U.S. development for Westbank. "When you couple those together, you have viable projects."
The Legislative Analyst’s Office cites the State Library’s need for updated and upgraded security measures, including migrating to Microsoft Office 365 and subscribing to a more robust version of the California Department of Technology's Security Operations Center as a Service.
Russell’s experience includes representing technology firms such as Microsoft, Oracle, Lenovo and, most recently, SAP to California state agencies and departments.
The Department of Motor Vehicles would also need to be considered because the car still operates as a ground-based vehicle.
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The department spent about $2 million more than that on the previous year’s five largest buys of IT goods.
New fleet management technology for optimizing the use of electric vehicles crunches numerous variables related to battery performance, route, topography and temperature to get the most out of zero emissions.
The positions include release management manager, lead database administrator and chief of IT Certification and Performance Management.
The setbacks for the tech industry suggest that this powerful engine of the Bay Area economy has become a drag on a regional employment sector whose hiring used to hum at a robust pace.
“Zach’s promotion to area vice president comes at a pivotal time as we continue expanding our AI-native cybersecurity capabilities across the government,” said James Yeager, Abnormal's vice president for public sector.
Transportation departments in Texas and California are exploring artificial intelligence, and the latter may create a chief data and AI officer role. These agencies are expected to face major workforce transformations.
DOJ is seeking a project director, and the Employment Development Department is recruiting for a programmer analyst.
“I collaborate with all levels of state executives and Verizon cross-functional teams to position solutions and influence positive outcomes that support state of California goals and strategic direction,” Hogan told Industry Insider — California.
“In an era where local governments are being asked to do more with less, investment-based budgeting offers a sustainable path forward. It replaces the traditional lose-lose scenario with informed, strategic decision-making — ensuring that IT continues to drive innovation, efficiency, and high-quality service delivery,” writes gov tech veteran Steve Monaghan.
Recruitments are underway in the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, the Franchise Tax Board and the California Department of Aging.
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