Checks, Balances, and Firewalls: Navigating Governance
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In an increasingly interconnected world, effective governance forms the cornerstone of order. It is crucial for the stability and security of essential government services, particularly election operations. This training delves into the critical intersection of digital realities and election security, offering a framework on how to manage and mitigate risks in an interconnected world. Rooted in the fundamentals of governance, this training is designed to strengthen processes by providing guardrails for securing election operations.
In this course, you will:
- Learn the fundamentals of governance: Participants will learn foundational principles of governance where digital infrastructure meets election operations.
- Explore the data management lifecycle: This course focuses on providing participants with the essential concepts for managing data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
- Gain insights into managing resilient supply chains: This training explores the intricate supply chains supporting election infrastructure. It offers insights into identifying and managing potential risks stemming from this interconnected infrastructure.
Who will benefit:
- Ideal for election officials, local government administrators, emergency managers, IT officials, and anyone responsible for maintaining and supporting election operations or related government services.
By attending this training, election officials and their partners can gain insight and perspective on the fundamentals of governance, ensuring that an organization’s use of technology aligns with its business goals, including a deeper dive into data and supply chain management. In elections, governance is essential for ensuring the integrity and security of vital infrastructure.
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Speakers
Spencer Wood
Mike Moser
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