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SECURITY
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Maintain a robust security framework
which includes training and awareness.
Cyberattacks hit governments across the United States every day. In the face of this constant
threat, Augusta IT must be as proactive as possible in helping the organization prevent, detect,
respond to, and recover from targeted attacks.
A robust security framework for Augusta includes both technology-centered and human-centered
strategies. Firewalls, traffic encryption, endpoint protection, and many other tools must be
deployed and regularly updated to help keep Augusta’s network secure. External testing helps to
identify new vulnerabilities. IT staff must stay abreast of national trends and emerging threats to
adapt Augusta’s security posture as needed.
Augusta’s biggest vulnerability is also its most valuable resource: its employees. Experience-based
training and testing are essential to help all employees identify security threats targeting sensitive
data. Strong security policies must be implemented and consistently enforced to keep access
points secure. Multi-factor authentication will soon offer an essential additional layer of defense.
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