Implementing Zero Trust in federal environments requires more than technology, it demands a clear strategy for managing and protecting data.
CISA recently updated its Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) Data Model Document (DMD), highlighting the most critical changes without requiring a full review of the entire framework.
This week on Feds At the Edge, our panel of experts unpack some of the expanded concepts and explore some of the challenges and practical strategies for implementing DMD.
Daniel Bane, Supervisory IT Specialist, TSA, highlights the complexity of reporting data from dozens of diverse systems and the tools needed to do it efficiently. While Mark Hadley, Chief Cybersecurity Researcher, Pacific Northwest Labs, explains the limitations posed by privately-owned critical infrastructure. And Brian "Stretch" Meyer, Field Chief Technology Officer, Axonius Federal, offers practical insights on how tool updates can disrupt compliance processes if not carefully managed.
Tune in on your favorite podcast today to gain valuable insights into how agencies can apply the DMD practically, align data strategy with Zero Trust goals, and navigate the complexities of federal environments.