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SANS 2026 Cybersecurity Readiness in Government Survey Insights: Is the Public Sector Ready for the Next Cyber Threat?

  • Wed, May 20, 2026
  • 10:30AM - 1:30PM EDT
  • English
  • Ryan Nicholson
  • Industry Research Presentation
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As digital threats grow more relentless and sophisticated, U.S. government agencies face rising pressure to defend critical infrastructure and protect sensitive data. Are federal, state, and local entities prepared to meet the challenge?

Join us for an exclusive virtual event as we unveil the results of a comprehensive nationwide survey of cybersecurity leaders and IT strategists across government. This in-depth study reveals the current state of cyber readiness across the public sector—from strategic priorities to policy gaps to legacy systems holding agencies back.

Discover what’s working, what’s not, and where agencies must go next to strengthen resilience in an increasingly hostile cyber landscape.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Key findings on the cybersecurity maturity of federal, state, and local agencies
  • The most pressing vulnerabilities facing public infrastructure today
  • How resource disparities are shaping cyber defense capabilities across levels of government
  • Where agencies are making progress—and where critical gaps remain
  • Actionable guidance to help bolster resilience and modernize cyber defenses
  • Insights into the strategic priorities driving cybersecurity governance for 2025 and beyond
  • Recommendations for closing capability gaps and improving collaboration across agencies

Why Register?

By registering, you’ll gain:

  • Insights into real-world challenges and vulnerabilities affecting public sector cyber defenses today.
  • Practical recommendations to help close security gaps and strengthen cyber resilience..
  • 3 CPE credits for attending.
  • Access to attend both live or the recorded session on your own time.
  • Exclusive first access to the full 2026 SANS Survey Insights Report

Meet Your Speaker

Ryan Nicholson
Ryan Nicholson

Ryan Nicholson

Owner

Ryan’s extensive experience, including roles as a cybersecurity engineer for major Department of Defense cloud projects and as a lead auditor, underscores his dedication to enhancing the security posture of critical systems.

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