Cybersecurity in Local Government: Navigating Compliance and Risk

Cybercriminals see local governments as easy targets—underfunded, overburdened, and holding a goldmine of sensitive data. In our recent webinar, Nick Kuriger, an IT and cybersecurity expert with 25 years of experience, discussed the advancing cyberthreats that local government faces daily. He offered actionable guidance on creating effective security policies, implementing Zero Trust principles, and optimizing limited resources to build stronger defenses. Nick also discussed how local agencies can protect critical services, reduce risk, and tap into available funding to enhance their cybersecurity posture.

Nick Kuriger is the Director of IT and Information Security Officer at the Virginia State Bar. He oversees IT and cybersecurity efforts while also teaching cybersecurity courses to help local governments improve their defenses. Nick holds advanced EC-Council certifications and multiple graduate degrees in technology and business, bringing broad experience in leadership, education, and security assessment to support public sector cybersecurity programs.

The Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) certification provides a holistic understanding of information security from a leadership perspective. It bridges deep technical knowledge with the strategic and managerial skills needed to oversee enterprise-wide security programs. The curriculum spans essential areas such as governance and risk management, compliance and audits, operational security management, core information security competencies, and strategic financial and procurement planning. For full details on the CCISO program, visit: https://surl.li/xzkrgj

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