The Evolution of Federal Cybersecurity
More than a decade has passed since Congress approved comprehensive legislation for securing government systems. Federal cybersecurity has come a long way since then, but agencies must continue to evolve as cyberthreats persist.
December 2002:
Congress passes the Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002, requiring agencies to develop, document and implement an information security program.
January 2008:
President George W. Bush launches the Comprehensive National Cybersecurity Initiative to help secure the U.S. in cyberspace.
February 2013:
President Barack Obama issues Executive Order 13636 — Improving Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity, to boost security of the nation’s most critical systems.
October 2014:
New guidance from the Office of Management and Budget empowers DHS to scan civilian networks on a regular and urgent basis.
December 2014:
Congress passes five cybersecurity bills, including provisions to update FISMA and improve the DHS cybersecurity workforce.
February 2015:
President Obama issues an executive order to promote private-sector information sharing.
