States Thwart Cyberthreats Farther from Their Targets

Until recently, employees at Minnesota’s executive agencies were using dozens of different devices. Departments were choosing what to deploy on their own, buying laptops on clearance at big-box stores. When Minnesota CISO Aaron Call started with Minnesota IT Services more than four years ago, one of his first big initiatives was to simplify and modernize the device...

Cyber security experts emphasize internet safety during event at Capitol

HELENA – You might not think about securing your online identity every day, but Montana’s Office of Security Services does. This October, they’re offering up tips about internet security during National Cyber Security Awareness Month.

Governor Steve Bullock recognizes October as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

I am pleased to recognize October as "National Cyber Security Awareness Month" in the state of Montana. I commend the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO), and the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) for their...

Montana CIO Steps Up to the C-Suite

Tim Bottenfield is new to the role of state CIO as of July, but he’s no stranger to government IT, having spent the last seven years as chief information officer for Montana’s Department of Revenue (DOR). Previous work in data-rich forestry science as well as 25 years spent at Alabama’s Auburn University bring a fitting background to C-level tech, and...