Committee advances cybersecurity bill, narrows NIST reference and adds oversight The Committee on Legislative Modernization amended and passed House Bill 25-74 to extend cybersecurity requirements, create a judicial technology oversight council, require agency compliance assessments, make certain assessments confidential and direct additional reporting to the Joint Committee on Information Technology.

Kansas legislators just advanced a crucial cybersecurity bill that tightens oversight and enhances compliance measures for state agencies!

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OITS asks committee for Unisys transition funds, emphasizes statewide cybersecurity work The Committee on General Government Budget heard a presentation from Office of Information Technology Services officials on on‑ and off‑budget requests, including an $8 million SGF request for a Unisys data‑center transition and funding tied to enterprise licensure and cybersecurity operations; lawmakers pressed for ROI tracking and assurances against offshoring.

Kansas is gearing up for a major cybersecurity upgrade, requesting $8 million for a new data center transition that promises to enhance state agency protection and efficiency.

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Amber Wallace outlines essential cybersecurity practices for October awareness month Amber Wallace presents key initiatives to enhance online safety during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

Amber Wallace reveals the "core 4" essential habits to stay safe online and protect your digital life this Cybersecurity Awareness Month—are you ready to strengthen your cybersecurity game?

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John Godfrey leads Kansas Information Security Office expansion and new cybersecurity initiatives Kansas Information Security Office boosts staff and budget while enhancing cybersecurity services statewide.

Kansas is stepping up its cybersecurity game with a major expansion at the Information Security Office, promising enhanced protection for state agencies and residents alike.

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Kansas Information Security Office expands services and budget to enhance cybersecurity measures Kansas Information Security Office increases staff and budget to improve statewide cybersecurity initiatives.

Kansas is ramping up its cybersecurity game with a major budget boost and a commitment to enhance service delivery across state agencies!

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Kansas lawmakers delay budget decision to prioritize cybersecurity funding and staffing needs Committee delays budget approval to allow further review of cybersecurity funding and staffing changes.

Kansas lawmakers are putting the brakes on budget approvals to prioritize urgent cybersecurity funding and tackle staffing shortages in the wake of a major security breach.

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