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Foghorn Consulting and Carahsoft Announce Partnership to Deliver Comprehensive AWS Cloud Solutions to the Public Sector

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO and RESTON, Va., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Foghorn Consulting, a distinguished AWS cloud engineering firm, and Carahsoft Technology Corp., The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, today announced a partnership tailored to address the unique cloud challenges of the Federal and State, Local and Education (SLED) sectors.

Key Points: 
  • With a history of successfully guiding clients through cloud transformations, Foghorn delivers customized solutions that foster innovation and operational efficiency within cloud architecture.
  • Carahsoft leverages its extensive experience in the industry, its reseller partnerships, Government contracts and status as an AWS managed service company to deliver advanced cloud solutions for the Public Sector.
  • Foghorn Consulting offers expertise in various aspects of public cloud engineering, including strategy, migration, design, implementation, and ongoing support via FogOps.
  • For more information about this partnership and the tailored AWS cloud solutions it offers to the SLED and Federal sectors, please visit Foghorn Consulting's website and Carahsoft's website .

Binary Defense Teams Up with Ark Technology Consultants to Deliver Advanced Cybersecurity Solutions to Commercial and Education Clients

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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CLEVELAND, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Binary Defense, the leading Managed Detection and Response ("MDR") and enterprise defense provider, today announced a partnership with Ark Technology Consultants, a consulting organization providing professional services to mid-market commercial and education clients. Ark will act as a managed service provider ("MSP") for Binary Defense in the U.S. market.

Key Points: 
  • CLEVELAND, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Binary Defense, the leading Managed Detection and Response ("MDR") and enterprise defense provider, today announced a partnership with Ark Technology Consultants, a consulting organization providing professional services to mid-market commercial and education clients.
  • Ark will act as a managed service provider ("MSP") for Binary Defense in the U.S. market.
  • The collaboration leverages Binary Defense's renowned cybersecurity expertise and Ark's extensive network and client base to deliver a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity solutions.
  • Binary Defense and Ark share a deep understanding of Microsoft's marketplace, and this synergy will enable them to create tailored solutions that address the specific cybersecurity needs of their clients.

Iron Bow Names Don Cook as Vice President of Sales for SLED

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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Iron Bow Technologies , the leading technology solutions provider to government, education, commercial, and healthcare markets, today announced seasoned industry sales leader, Don Cook, as its new Vice President of Sales for state and local governments and educational institutions (SLED).

Key Points: 
  • Iron Bow Technologies , the leading technology solutions provider to government, education, commercial, and healthcare markets, today announced seasoned industry sales leader, Don Cook, as its new Vice President of Sales for state and local governments and educational institutions (SLED).
  • In his new role, Cook will be focused on bringing a multi-disciplinary approach to business capture, thought leadership, and outcome-based selling.
  • Prior to joining Iron Bow, Cook was Director of Sales for Cisco's K-12, Higher Education, State and City/County Government for the Central East region.
  • “Don has a proven track record of delivering customer-focused solutions and a reputation as a leader who drives innovation,” said Sean Robertson, Chief Growth Officer at Iron Bow.

New Cyber Threat Intelligence Report from CRITICALSTART® Highlights Prominent Threats and Emerging Cybersecurity Trends with Implications Spanning Multiple Industries

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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PLANO, Texas, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Critical Start, a leading provider of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) cybersecurity solutions and pioneer of the industry's first Managed Cyber Risk Reduction (MCRR) solutions, published its biannual Cyber Threat Intelligence Report, leveraging research from its Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) team to highlight top cyber threats from the second half of 2023 and emerging cybersecurity trends impacting critical industries such as finance, education, manufacturing and state and local government (SLED).

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  • Sixty-seven percent of organizations experienced a breach requiring attention within the last two years, despite having traditional threat-based security measures in place.
  • Education remains one of the most susceptible industries to cyber-attacks, yet there is more diversity in the types of threats.
  • "In an effort to democratize cyber threat intelligence, this report highlights the most prominent security-related issues plaguing business and how they can proactively reduce cyber risk."
  • For future updates on emerging threats, follow the Critical Start Intelligence Hub .

U.S. Agencies Embrace Services to Modernize Workplaces

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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SLED organizations have accelerated cloud migrations, making cloud IT the norm for many, and have adopted an expanding array of digital services and tools for collaboration and communication.

Key Points: 
  • SLED organizations have accelerated cloud migrations, making cloud IT the norm for many, and have adopted an expanding array of digital services and tools for collaboration and communication.
  • This trend, along with increasing regulation, is driving more agencies to impose stronger security measures across increasingly complex hybrid IT and work environments.
  • The 2023 ISG Provider Lens™ Future of Work (Workplace) Services report for the U.S. public sector evaluates the capabilities of 30 providers across three quadrants: Employee Experience (EX) Transformation Services, Managed Workplace Services – End-User Technology, and Digital Service Desk and Workplace Support Services.
  • The 2023 ISG Provider Lens™ Future of Work (Workplace) Services report for the U.S. public sector is available to subscribers or for one-time purchase on this webpage .

Iron Bow Technologies Awarded Vendor of WSIPC RFP 23-02 Enterprise Cybersecurity & Risk Assessment Solutions

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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Iron Bow Technologies , the leading technology solutions provider to education, government, commercial, and healthcare markets, today announced that it has been named an awarded vendor by WSIPC under RFP 23-02 for Enterprise Cybersecurity and Risk Assessment Solutions.

Key Points: 
  • Iron Bow Technologies , the leading technology solutions provider to education, government, commercial, and healthcare markets, today announced that it has been named an awarded vendor by WSIPC under RFP 23-02 for Enterprise Cybersecurity and Risk Assessment Solutions.
  • The objective of this contract was to identify capable and trusted vendors who could provide comprehensive cybersecurity and risk assessment guidance that aligns with current industry standards and best practices for educational entities and public agencies.
  • “Education institutions face consistently evolving cybersecurity threats, aging legacy solutions, and a broad range of potential vulnerabilities from an increased reliance on technology,” said Don Cook, Vice President, SLED, Iron Bow Technologies.
  • We look forward to working with Iron Bow to bring these next generation solutions to our members.”
    For more information on using the WSIPC 23-02 contract, visit the Iron Bow partner page at: https://www.wsipc.org/purchasing/iron-bow-23-02 .

True Zero Technologies Professional and Managed Services for Tanium Now Available on Carahsoft NASPO ValuePoint Contract

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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The contract addition enables Carahsoft and True Zero Technologies to provide Tanium’s Converged Endpoint Management (XEM) platform to participating States, Local Governments, and Educational Institutions.

Key Points: 
  • The contract addition enables Carahsoft and True Zero Technologies to provide Tanium’s Converged Endpoint Management (XEM) platform to participating States, Local Governments, and Educational Institutions.
  • NASPO ValuePoint is a cooperative purchasing program facilitating public procurement solicitations and agreements using a lead-state model.
  • True Zero’s Tanium Managed Services are designed to help customers that need turnkey value while providing expansive and tailored solutions to ensure continuous value of the Tanium XEM platform.
  • Additionally, True Zero offers Actionable Intelligence Operations (AIO) which is a subscription and managed service that can be utilized by Tanium customers.

RISCPoint Awarded Prestigious FedRAMP® and StateRAMP 3PAO Status

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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The status of 3PAO represents FedRAMP's recognition of our knowledge and expertise.

Key Points: 
  • The status of 3PAO represents FedRAMP's recognition of our knowledge and expertise.
  • This review and the FedRAMP Program Management Office's concurrence with the results culminated in our successful accreditation as a FedRAMP 3PAO.
  • Additionally, RISCPoint is pleased to have received approval as a StateRAMP 3PAO.
  • As a trusted StateRAMP assessor, RISCPoint stands ready to ensure CSPs meet StateRAMP requirements for their State, Local, and Education (SLED) partners.

Local Government IT Veteran Patrick Griffin Returns to SDI Presence

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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CHICAGO, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SDI Presence LLC (SDI), a managed services provider (MSP) and certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with Corporate Plus designation from the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), announces the return of Patrick Griffin as the Managing Director of SLED-West Advisory and Consulting Services. In his role, Griffin will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the advisory and consulting practice, including client relations, customer satisfaction, business expansion strategies, and more.

Key Points: 
  • Having previously served in leadership roles within SDI Presence, his return plays a strategic role in the firm's growth in the public sector.
  • "We look forward to welcoming back Pat to the SDI Presence team," said Terry Hackelman, Senior Vice President of SLED-West.
  • Undoubtedly, his leadership will play a pivotal role in further establishing SDI Presence as a leader in the local government advisory and consulting space."
  • His dedication to leveraging technology to address the unique challenges faced by local government agencies and educational institutions will enhance SDI Presence's impact in the region.

OPEXUS Government Process Management Platform eCASE® Attains StateRAMP Moderate Authorization

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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OPEXUS , formerly known as AINS, LLC, and leader in government process management software, today announces it has attained StateRAMP authorization for eCASE® , a built-for-government case management solution that streamlines workflows and accelerates key government processes.

Key Points: 
  • OPEXUS , formerly known as AINS, LLC, and leader in government process management software, today announces it has attained StateRAMP authorization for eCASE® , a built-for-government case management solution that streamlines workflows and accelerates key government processes.
  • Achievement of this authorization underscores the company's dedication to supporting state and local governments with cutting-edge technology that enhances productivity, flexibility, and collaboration.
  • With this certification, OPEXUS will empower state, local, and educational (SLED) agencies to elevate trust in public institutions with dynamic case management and rapid application development technology that was purpose-built for the government.
  • OPEXUS supports public sector human resources teams by providing an umbrella of workforce management tools that include eCASE® EEO/eComplaint and eCASE® ER/LR.