MS-ISAC Faces Funding Challenge Stemming From New Grant Rules
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Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security's final year notice of funding for the $1 billion State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program includes a controversial ban on using grant funds for services provided by the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), which has historically offered critical cybersecurity resources. This restriction emerges as MS-ISAC faces potential funding cuts and aims to implement a subscription model to sustain its operations. As state and local governments grapple with escalating cyber threats, the shift away from MS-ISAC may impact their access to essential cybersecurity intelligence and support, raising concerns about overall readiness and resilience in responding to cyber incidents. The situation underscores the need for effective funding strategies and public-private partnerships in enhancing cybersecurity frameworks at all levels of government.
