We are thrilled to welcome Glenn Corn to our ICIT team and community as our new Senior Director, Geopolitics and Global Threat Assessments.

ICIT Celebrates 10 Years of Excellence, Expands Focus on Critical Infrastructure Resilience and Impact on Americans’ Foundational Needs

An open letter to the ICIT Community on the expansion of ICIT's focus and mission forward.

Leaders and professionals to discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by OSS in today's innovation-driven world.

In this ICIT Fellow Perspective, Darren Death delves into the complexities of formulating and administering effective cybersecurity...

The move strengthens ICIT leadership as it prepares for its 10th Anniversary and supports a new People-Centric Approach to Critical Infrastructure Security and Resiliency Press Release Nov 29, 2024 – Washington D.C. The Institute for Critical Infrastructure Technology (ICIT), a Washington D.C. based 501(c)3 think tank, is honored to announce the appointment of national security executive Cory Simpson as its new Chief Executive Officer effective immediately. As one of the na

At the October 2023 ICIT Briefing - "AI DC: Securing America's Future," experts from the government and private sector discussed the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on America's national security, cybersecurity, and policy-making. The event highlighted the necessity of responsible AI adoption, the significance of AI in national defense, and the imperative of comprehensive cybersecurity measures to protect critical infrastructure. The discussions, encompassing

The 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy and the 2023 National Intelligence Strategy identify the modernization of federal defenses as a...

In this Bright Minds publication, ICIT Executive Director Joyce Hunter sheds light on the misconception of cybersecurity as solely a technical domain, emphasizing its inherent people-centric nature. The National Cybersecurity Strategy (NCS) and its Implementation Plan (NCSIP) are introduced, focusing on their pillars and data-driven approaches. The article critically analyzes these strategies, examining strengths and potential limitations in addressing the evolving cyber tale

Join our webinar, "Transform Your Analytics: Unlock Hidden Insights in Your Data," to discover how AI can revolutionize your...

OT security is finally getting its due attention and priority. As asset owners and OT security architects face growing risks and...

In this essay, ICIT Fellow Jim Routh discusses how enterprises are gearing up to harness the benefits of Large Language Models (LLMs) and generative AI models. As AI adoption spreads, the use of LLMs increases across digital consumers, employees, and third parties, expanding the enterprise's attack surfaces. The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) plays a vital role in AI governance, balancing risk management with seizing business opportunities. This paper defines the C

In this Fellow Perspective, ICIT Fellow Jim Routh explores the significance of AI and ML models in automating Identity and Access Management (IAM) processes. Jim discusses how these advanced technologies can enhance efficiency and accuracy in managing user identities, permissions, and authentication. He also emphasizes the importance of integrating automation into IAM systems to improve security, reduce human error, and streamline access control processes. Learn how AI-powere

The United States faces a mounting challenge in safeguarding its cybersecurity in an ever-evolving digital landscape. In this ICIT research paper, our experts address the increasing need for offensive security operations, shedding light on cyber-attack risks and the need for increased support of government intervention. The report explores the delicate balance between protecting democratic values and effectively combatting cyber threats, emphasizing the crucial role of ethica

In this Fellow Perspective, Laura Whitt-Winyard discusses the Dark Nexus. The Dark Nexus is the intersection where the worlds of finance...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming our world, with the potential to revolutionize industries, improve our lives, and address some of the world's most pressing challenges. However, AI also raises several important concerns, including the potential for bias, discrimination, and misuse. In this Policy Brief, ICIT Director of Research Dustin Sachs discusses a newly proposed Senate AI Framework. The Framework is a proposed set of principles and guidelines for the

The security of critical infrastructure is essential to national security. It is essential that there be a core authority that is responsible for its cybersecurity. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, or CISA, is an entity essential to supporting national security and critical infrastructure security. CISA provides a level of centralization that is crucial to supporting security at the national level, including supporting critical infrastructure. The core mi

In today's rapid-fire world, cybersecurity leaders are constantly being pushed to develop and deploy solutions faster and faster....

One of the paramount priorities for cybersecurity leaders is modernizing our Nation's critical infrastructure. Modernization initiatives...

Theresa Payton, First Female White House CIO, CEO Fortalice® Solutions LLC. Author of Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack...