Feds at the Edge

Mar 10 2025 100 ep. 56 mins 9

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The federal government is changing the way it handles data. It is transitioning from an on premises data center approach to the cloud. Further, it is getting data from a wide ranging number of sensors. Feds at the Edge is a podcast that addresses those concerns

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Ep. 191 Transforming Public Sector Leadership with Data-Driven Decisions

Mar 10 2025 56 mins

When the Federal Chief Data Officer position was instituted, understanding data location and security was considered an accomplishment. Today, they are charged with transitioning to become one of the strategic leaders of a federal agency. Our guests give guidelines on how to make that change. Arjuna Rivera begins the discussion by discussing how to handle data that can help one m

Ep. 190 The Future of 5G Technology

Mar 05 2025 55 mins

Despite the official launch of 5G networks in 2018, their full potential for federal applications has yet to be realized. This week on Feds At the Edge, we explore the value of a mature 5G network and the groundbreaking possibilities of its next evolution. Sal D'Itri, Chairman of National Spectrum Consortium, introduces the concept of a “network in a box,” an on-demand, s

Ep. 189 Bringing Automation to Cloud Risk Management

Feb 25 2025 56 mins

With cyberthreats on constant rise, Federal Leaders consider what role automation can play in managing cloud involvement and best practices to ensure their commitment to securing the nation’s data. This week on Feds At the Edge, we explore the role of AI, governance, and collaboration in strengthening security and improving capabilities and data security. Joseph Ronzio, Deputy

Ep. 188 IT Disaster Recovery is More than Rebooting Systems

Feb 20 2025 57 mins

Despite federal mandates requiring every agency to have a disaster recovery plan, 6% of the federal government still lacks one entirely. This week on Feds At the Edge, we explore proven strategies for building effective backup plans and provide timely advice for organizations with basic or intermediary recovery plans looking to enhance their preparedness. We’ll focus on the key

Ep. 187 Using Security Intelligence to Protect Healthcare IT

Feb 12 2025 58 mins

While the ability to transfer records between hospitals and other medical systems offers significant benefits, it also introduces unique challenges and risk for safeguarding Healthcare IT. This week on Feds At the Edge, federal leaders examine three areas of concern: interoperability unique aspects of the attack surface the impact of IoT devices. Jennifer Franks, Director, Cen

Ep. 186 Improving Management of Complex Cloud Environments

Feb 06 2025 60 mins

When the cloud was first introduced to the Federal Government, their implementation had a “lift and shift” approach, essentially moving servers from one location to another. But cloud technology has matured into a complex ecosystem spanning public, private, and hybrid environments – creating distinct management challenges. This week on Feds At the Edge, federal leaders offer

Ep. 185 Dedicating Cybersecurity Resources to Critical Infrastructure

Jan 30 2025 58 mins

Protecting operational technology (OT) environments is more complex than ever, requiring precise inventory, continuous monitoring, and strong IT-OT collaboration. This week on Feds At the Edge, our expert panel unpacks the key cybersecurity challenges operators face in securing their OT systems. Anthony J. DiPietro, Technical Director, Defense Critical Infrastructure Division for

Ep. 184 Accelerating AI Adoption with Trusted Data

Jan 23 2025 57 mins

Here is our final. Playing on the drama a bit. In healthcare, every second counts, and Artificial Intelligence is transforming how data is analyzed to save lives. But when critical decisions hinge on AI, ethics, accountability, and trust become non-negotiable. This week on Feds At the Edge, dive into the complexities for applying AI in healthcare. Joe Ronzio, Deputy Chief Health

Ep. 183 Building a Future Ready High-Performance Government Workforce

Jan 16 2025 59 mins

In an era marked by economic uncertainty, political shifts, and the rise of remote work, federal agencies face new challenges in maintaining a thriving workforce. Balancing productivity with employee well-being is no longer optional—it’s essential. This week on Feds At the Edge, we dive into how federal leaders can create scalable, personalized, and sustainable strategies to su

Ep. 182 CDM Success Stories in an Age of Cyber-attack Surface Expansion

Jan 08 2025 59 mins

This week on Feds At the Edge, we dive into the evolution of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency's Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program in addressing the growing cyber-attack surface. Hemant Baidwan, CISO for DHS, OCIO, noted that Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation is a comprehensive suite of tools and policies, with a key focus on understanding the atta