The critical role of identity security in the public sector

Sponsored by: Deloitte In an era where organizations large and small are faced with increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, identity security has become critical in safeguarding and protecting sensitive data and ensuring operational continuity. This panel will explore the unique identity security challenges faced by federal civilian agencies, the Department of Defense, state and local governments, higher education institutions, and critical infrastructure sectors. Panelists will examine how identity security solutions can mitigate insider threats, reduce third-party risks, and support compliance with regulatory frameworks such as CMMC, FedRAMP, and sector-specific cybersecurity policies. Key topics will include the importance of identity governance in managing real-time access, the role of Zero Trust in protecting against both insider and external threats, and the strategies for modernizing legacy systems while balancing limited resources. Through these discussions, attendees will gain valuable insights into how identity security can help address the unique challenges of the current threat landscape and enable organizations to secure access to critical systems and data in an increasingly digital and decentralized environment.