California’s status as a global technology hub and the largest U.S. economy underscores the importance of a robust cybersecurity strategy. The increasing reliance on digital infrastructure and the interconnected nature of government and private sector operations necessitated a roadmap that not only addressed current risks but also anticipated future challenges including:
- Rising Cyber Threats California, as the largest state economy in the U.S., faces escalating cyber risks targeting its critical infrastructure, public services, and private sector organizations.
- Regulatory Compliance Evolving state and federal mandates with focus on reducing legal and operational risks.
- Enhanced Resilience Mitigating risks, recover from incidents more effectively, and protect citizens’ data and trust.
- Cross-Sector Collaboration Fostering partnerships between government, private enterprises, and critical infrastructure sectors to share intelligence and build collective defenses.
Cal-Secure was officially launched in October 2021. It marked California’s first comprehensive, multi-year cybersecurity strategy, designed to enhance the state’s defenses against evolving cyber threats and establish a framework for proactive risk management and collaboration across public and private sectors. The process began with collaborative efforts among state agencies, private sector experts, and academic institutions to assess vulnerabilities and identify priorities. Insights from these stakeholders, coupled with guidelines from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework, shaped the foundational structure of Cal-Secure.
Continue reading to learn how Armis aligns with this framework giving organizations the tools, insights, and capabilities to empower teams, streamline processes, and modernize technology, ensuring compliance.