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Kate Macri

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Kate Macri is a staff writer/researcher for GovernmentCIO Media & Research, where she primarily covers the Department of Homeland Security.

Prior to joining the team in June 2020, she covered the video game industry and small businesses for Zenger News. She also covered banking and finance news for Banking Dive, a B2B media publication based in Washington D.C., and reported logistics, supply chain and shipping news for Supply Chain Dive.

If she isn't boxing or walking her boxer, you can find Kate with her nose in a Stephen King novel, slaying monsters in the world of Final Fantasy or waiting for a blue public call box to land in her front yard.

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Two Major DHS IT Acquisitions Are On Track, GAO Says
Department of Homeland Security
Two Major DHS IT Acquisitions Are On Track, GAO Says
A new report provides an update on two major IT modernization efforts at DHS.

Congress Commends VA Telehealth, EHR Deployment
Veterans Affairs
House Veterans Committee Leads are Backing Telehealth at VA and Beyond
Veterans Affairs saw a 1,000% increase in telehealth visits since the beginning of the pandemic.

Coast Guard Joins DHA, VA in MHS GENESIS Deployment
MHS Genesis
Coast Guard Joins DHA, VA in MHS Genesis Deployment
The Coast Guard deployed the new EHR system at four pilot sites in California this month.

William Bryan at a White House Press Conference
Department of Homeland Security
DHS Research Arm Reports Job Satisfaction Boosts During Telework
The directorate's IT modernization efforts are still on schedule despite challenges amid the pandemic.

How the Pandemic Changed Federal Agencies' Cyber Priorities
Federal Cybersecurity
Federal Agencies Shift Security Priorities Amid the Pandemic
Frameworks including zero trust and edge security can vastly improve government cybersecurity.

Smithsonian Exhibits at the National Museum of African American History and Culture
DevOps
DevOps is Making Smithsonian Exhibits Pandemic-Friendly
The pandemic has changed the way federal organizations think about DevOps and adaptability.

How Information Warfare Informs Cybersecurity in the Telework Era
Federal Cybersecurity
How Information Warfare Informs Cybersecurity in the Telework Era
Federal officials advised agencies to rethink their cybersecurity strategies in terms of data and disinformation.

'The Snow Day That Never Ended': How HHS OIG and DHA Handle Cybersecurity Challenges During a Pandemic
CyberScape
How HHS OIG, DHA Handle Cybersecurity Challenges During a Pandemic
Senior federal officials urge colleagues to adopt a human-centric approach to security.

How DHS is Securing Data in the Telework Era
Department of Homeland Security
How DHS is Securing Data in the Telework Era
Zero trust is more than verifying users, it's also verifying infrastructure.

'Software Is Still Hard': How to Maximize Security While Shifting to the Cloud
data security
'Software Is Still Hard': Maximizing Security While Shifting to the Cloud
Best practices leverage agility for keeping data secure as federal agencies move away from legacy IT systems.

How the VA and DHS Reduce Cloud Spend
cloud migration
VA and DHS Are Looking to Reduce Cloud Spend
AI and automation are helping the agencies streamline their cloud strategies.

How AI Can Help Predict Public Health Trends and Shape Health Policy
Artificial Intelligence
How AI Can Help Predict Public Health Trends, Shape Health Policy
DHS and DARPA are using AI to address public health concerns.

CISA Warns Federal Agencies That Complacency Is the Death Knell of Cybersecurity
Federal Cybersecurity
Complacency is the Death Knell of Cybersecurity, CISA Warns
Resources and talent only go so far if you're not aware of which systems are most vulnerable and still clicking on phishing emails.

How Telework Made These Federal Agencies More Secure
Defense Logistics Agency
How Telework Made These Federal Agencies More Secure
Defense agencies tackled intricate cybersecurity challenges to prepare for remote work.

AI, Zero Trust Could Be the Key to Secure Telework for Government Agencies
Federal Cybersecurity
AI, Zero Trust Could Be Key to Securing Federal Telework
For many agencies, extended telework policies may require reevaluation of cyber risk posture.

Data Management Key to Seamless Operations During Pandemic, Law Enforcement Agencies Say
Department of Homeland Security
Data Management Key to Seamless Ops, Law Enforcement Agencies Say
Senior officials from DHS, DOJ and the FBI say smart data practices help them telework more efficiently.

New DHS S&T MBA Program Could Help DHS Adopt New Technologies Quicker and More Efficiently
Department of Homeland Security
MBA Program Aims for Quicker Adoption of New Tech at DHS
George Washington University's program will focus on transitioning security technology prototypes to usable products.

How the Science & Technology Directorate Helped Spearhead the DHS Coronavirus Response
Science & Technology Directorate
How DHS' Research Arm Helped Spearhead Coronavirus Response
The Science and Technology Directorate continues to explore new ways to alleviate the pandemic.

FEMA Explores Automation, Artificial Intelligence to Update Flood Risk Maps
Artificial Intelligence
FEMA Explores Automation, AI to Update Flood Risk Maps
As weather patterns change rapidly, the federal agency looks to update data for its flood analysis more quickly and efficiently.

DHS' New Automated Mobile App Vetting Process Could Save Federal Agencies Thousands of Dollars
Federal Cybersecurity
DHS Automated Vetting Process for Mobile Apps Could Cut Costs
The Science & Technology Directorate sees improvements for quickly approving mobile apps for government use.

Protecting Data "On The Edge" Is The Next Step for Federal Cybersecurity
Department of Homeland Security
Protecting Data 'On The Edge' Next Step for Federal Cybersecurity
As agencies increase connectivity capabilities, they also increase their cyber risk.

Strengthening CISA Can Secure Vaccine Research, Experts Say
Cybersecurity Solarium Commission
Strengthening CISA Can Secure Vaccine Research, Experts Say
Following major cyber incidents, cybersecurity experts push for CISA support and a National Cyber Director.

Cybersecurity a 'Team Effort': Why It's No Longer Just the CIO's Problem
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
Why Cybersecurity is no Longer Just the CIO's Problem
As government agencies go digital, increased cyber risks require a holistic approach.

National Cyber Director Would be a 'Quarterback' For Cybersecurity Efforts
Department of Homeland Security
National Cyber Director Would be a 'Quarterback' For Cybersecurity Efforts
Congressional representatives say the position would be the best way for the U.S. to prevent and address cyber incidents efficiently.

'DevOps Is Security': What Federal Agencies Should Do to Ramp Up Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
'DevOps Is Security': What Federal Agencies Can Do to Boost Cybersecurity
CISA and NSA provide guidance for how federal agencies can address critical vulnerabilities in their networks.

Hybrid Cloud Has Mission Promise for CBP
CBP
Hybrid Cloud Has Mission Promise for CBP
CBP is using an integrated cloud approach in support of the national security mission across its agencies.

Federal Agencies Must Connect Mission to IT Strategy to Improve Modernization Outcomes
IT modernization
Agencies Must Connect Mission to IT Strategy to Improve Modernization
GSA officials explained how mission-driven IT allows federal agencies to pivot more quickly during times of crisis.

CISA Advises on Cybersecurity Strategies During the Pandemic
CISA
CISA Advises on Cybersecurity Strategies During the Pandemic
With phishing and the upcoming election, securing infrastructure remains a top necessity that initiatives like TIC 3.0 will advance.

How the VA’s Approach to Human-Centered Design Improved Veterans' Experience
Virtual Event: FedLab HCD 2020
How the VA’s Approach to Human-Centered Design Improved Veterans’ Experience
The agency saw substantial improvements in how it applies technology to better service veterans.
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