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John Bruns, second from left, recounts discovering a “ghost employee” at the CrowdStrike Government Summit in Washington, D.C. on April 11, 2023. (Scoop News Group).

How identity detection solved credential mystery in Howard County, Md.

Former county CISO John Bruns said identity detection software helped him find an employee using a deceased colleague's credentials for greater network access.

Apr 12, 2023 By Lindsay McKenzie

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How modern identity platforms can help states blunt fraudulent claims

Modern identify and access management platforms can prevent bad actors from entering state systems — and streamline citizens’ experience, says a new report.

May 3, 2022 By StateScoop Staff

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Despite ‘massive strides,’ more work ahead for government on identity

The public sector’s work on digital services needs the safety and security of robust identity and access management to be most effective, according to an industry expert.

Jan 28, 2022 By StateScoop Staff

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Tackling identity fraud with modern identity solutions

Okta’s Steve Caimi discusses the push for online citizen services that require state and local agencies to look at the role of identity-proofing for more robust security…

Jan 18, 2022 By StateScoop Staff

NASCIO's Seattle conference 2021 — The National Association of State Chief Information Officers held its first in-person event in two years at a hotel in Seattle. (Benjamin Freed / Scoop News Group)

There’s ‘no going back’ to pre-pandemic business, NASCIO says

Remote work and citizens' increased expectation of digital government are here to stay, according to NASCIO's annual survey of its members.

Oct 11, 2021 By Benjamin Freed

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Identity is ‘critical’ for digital transformation, Arizona strategy chief says

Arizona Chief Strategy Officer Doug Lange said that user identity management has been a core component of the state's broader modernization plan.

Sep 16, 2021 By Benjamin Freed

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Agencies aren’t doing enough to stop online fraud, Transunion says

A survey of IT and security professionals found that the frequency and severity of account-takeover attacks are increasing.

Jun 16, 2021 By Benjamin Freed

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Enhancing the security posture for state and local government

With ransomware attacks on the rise, state and local leaders need to look at modern identity and access management tools to mitigate identity-based security risks.

Jun 14, 2021 By StateScoop Staff

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Identity management improved during pandemic, Iowa officials said

Iowa is in the process of deploying a new identity and access management system that officials said is improving security and efficiency.

Jun 3, 2021 By Ryan Johnston

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Digital ID means no more remembering old passwords, Illinois CIO says

Nobody wants to search for passwords — like the one used to register a boat — only used once every three years, Illinois acting CIO Jennifer Ricker…

Jun 3, 2021 By Benjamin Freed

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