Florida Digital Service
The incumbent in this position will investigate, analyze and respond to cyber incidents within the agency’s network environment.
The position will assist the Office of Data Management within the Florida Digital Service with the implementation of the state enterprise data catalog.
The state has been identified as one of the top leaders in the IT space, tackling cybersecurity via a competitive grant program and establishing a Government Technology Modernization Council.
At the recent Florida Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit, panelists from the public and private sector highlighted the need for proactive prevention and effective recovery strategies for cyber attacks and natural disasters.
At the recent Florida Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit, panelists from local and state government debated the best ways to approach cybersecurity.
At the recent Florida Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit, participants learned about the resources available to meet their cyber needs.
At the recent Florida Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit, Candace Wynn of Florida Digital Service discussed strategies for improving cybersecurity through employee education.
The Florida Digital Service is setting up the state’s first enterprise cybersecurity program and is looking to build a top team. The deputy CISO will lead this effort with support and resources.
Sponholtz brings extensive IT experience from state agencies including the Department of Transportation and the Department of Environmental Protection.
The role would be responsible for reviewing designs and advising enterprise state agencies to ensure solutions are scalable, robust and securely aligned with the state’s strategy and enterprise architecture.
The agency also seeks to hire a senior cybersecurity business analyst to join a team led by the deputy state CISO to develop and implement critical initiatives to support the state’s cybersecurity programs and capabilities.
With more than two decades of experience in IT, the state chief technology officer explains how he became interested in the field.
Jeremy Rodgers, the statewide CISO, spoke with Industry Insider — Florida about how he achieved his current status and the role he plays in the business of government.
With hurricane season officially underway, Industry Insider — Florida reached out to the division to see what technology it has in its arsenal to deal with potential storms.
During last week's Florida Digital Government Summit, government and state leaders discussed the current state of cyber threats and explored new tools to safeguard infrastructure.
These opportunities are at the Florida Digital Service and the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
With a May 31 application deadline looming for round two funding from the Florida Digital Service’s Local Government Cybersecurity Grant program, here's what’s next for the program.
“My previous public-sector experience has allowed me to see what customers on the public side feel; I can better understand their pain points, their concerns, their reservations, understand the process for procurements, budget requests, bureaucracy and how it all affects IT and cybersecurity,” he told Industry Insider — Florida.
The chosen candidate would report directly to the Florida Digital Service’s chief technology officer and focus on fostering strategic partnerships and overseeing critical technology projects.
During an FLDS webinar earlier this week, the state’s CISO and deputy CISO outlined how the focus of Florida's local cyber grant program is changing this year, including a rural push for second-round applicants.
Pending the governor’s signature on the Legislature’s proposed budget, the agency has opened the application window for the Local Government Cybersecurity Grant Program.
During a cybersecurity conference held last week in Tampa, the state’s chief information security officer discussed Florida’s approach to artificial intelligence during a panel discussion about AI best practices, challenges and opportunities.
SB 1662 would also require the agency to ensure independent project oversight on certain IT projects and require local governments to report cyber incidents to the state’s Cybersecurity Operations Center within a specific period.
The state’s lead agency responsible for establishing standards and processes for assessing cybersecurity risks seeks to fill key data program management and cybersecurity positions.
During a webinar about NASCIO’s top tech priorities for 2024, Florida’s former CIO dived into the state’s approach to technology and how this year’s list of tech priorities could play a role in state government moving forward.
In 2023, reinforcing cybersecurity was top of mind for state agencies, resulting in projects such as a Local Government Cybersecurity Grant Program, establishing data governance guidelines, reducing redundant data and more.
The chosen candidate would oversee all implementation and support efforts regarding its enterprise data catalog.
During a recent Tallahassee event, the CIO for the Florida Department of Corrections and the CTO for Florida Digital Service shared some of the skills, strategies and experiences they have implemented to support IT.
The department, which includes the state CIO, works with state agencies to enhance digital government services and has a total budget of $87,249,193.
During the Florida Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit, several government and industry experts shared their perspectives on the state’s cyber landscape and how to mitigate risks.
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As cybersecurity threats become increasingly sophisticated, government agencies at all levels are facing a difficult task of securing their networks. Just look at these facts about ransomware attacks on state and local government:
