“Karen Evans is a totally dedicated IT professional who has held several high profile positions in her career. Her main concern has always been building effective processes for the public sector in the areas of information management, information sharing, and maintaining systems security. Her ability to manage these programs, build teams and alliances (across government and industry) is well demonstrated throughout her career. In her current role as National Director of the US Cyber Challenge, Karen brings her energy and connections together to help mentor the next generation of US cyber-warriors. Karen brings the energy, enthusiasm and network together to bring this effort to national attention. Karen is not one to use her any of her high profile positions for self-advancement. She works for the good of the cause. I am proud to call Karen a colleague and friend, and I intend to support her and the US Cyber Challenge in as many ways as I can.”
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We are excited to announce that Kenneth Bible has joined our Advisory Board! His expertise and firsthand knowledge of cybersecurity issues will be…
We are excited to announce that Kenneth Bible has joined our Advisory Board! His expertise and firsthand knowledge of cybersecurity issues will be…
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Congratulations to my friend Jake Braun as he wraps up his successful tenure as the Principal Deputy National Cyber Director (A) at the White House…
Congratulations to my friend Jake Braun as he wraps up his successful tenure as the Principal Deputy National Cyber Director (A) at the White House…
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This morning I was sworn in as the Chief of Staff at the IRS. I’m looking forward to getting to work.
This morning I was sworn in as the Chief of Staff at the IRS. I’m looking forward to getting to work.
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From Awareness to Action: A Cybersecurity Agenda for the 45th President
Center for Strategic and International Studies
The CSIS Cyber Policy Task Force provides advice to the 45th President and his administration on a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. With the goals of our recommendations for the administration’s cybersecurity efforts remain the same: to create a secure and stable digital environment that supports continued economic growth while protecting personal freedoms and national security. The requirements to achieve these goals also remain the same: central direction and leadership from the White…
The CSIS Cyber Policy Task Force provides advice to the 45th President and his administration on a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. With the goals of our recommendations for the administration’s cybersecurity efforts remain the same: to create a secure and stable digital environment that supports continued economic growth while protecting personal freedoms and national security. The requirements to achieve these goals also remain the same: central direction and leadership from the White House to create and implement a comprehensive and coordinated approach, since cybersecurity cuts across the mission of many different agencies
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Increasing The Effectiveness of the Federal Role in Cybersecurity Education
National Academy of Public Administration
This study examines two of the nation's leading cybersecurity education programs - the National Centers for Academic Excellence in Information Assurance/Cyber Defense (CAE) program and the CyberCorps: Scholarship for Service (SFS) program. This report covers various aspects of these programs, including funding, performance indicators, curriculum, and designation standards.
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Staying Safe in Cyberspace: Cloud Security on the Horizon
Safegov.org
The report proposes an integrated approach to cloud implementation to help agencies realize the benefits of cloud technologies while meeting current Federal cybersecurity requirements. Until now, efforts to implement cybersecurity and cloud computing initiatives have been fragmented and lack overarching coordination. This report works to address the gap in a series of recommendations intended to mitigate risk while harnessing the vast rewards provided by cloud technologies.
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Measuring What Matters: Reducing Risk by Rethinking How We Evaluate Cybersecurity
National Academy of Public Administration and Safegov.org
SafeGov has developed a framework to spur the creation of a more effective approach to cybersecurity evaluation. As part of its strategy for developing this framework, SafeGov engaged the National Academy of Public Administration to convene an expert Panel of its fellows to conduct an independent review.
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A Human Capital Crisis in Cybersecurity: Technical Proficiency Matters
Center for Strategic and Internation Studies
A critical element of a robust cybersecurity strategy is having the right people at every level to identify, build and staff the defenses and responses. And that is, by many accounts, the area where we are the weakest.
The problem is both of quantity and quality especially when it comes to highly skilled "red teaming" professionals. We not only have a shortage of the highly technically skilled people required to operate and support systems already deployed, but also an even more…A critical element of a robust cybersecurity strategy is having the right people at every level to identify, build and staff the defenses and responses. And that is, by many accounts, the area where we are the weakest.
The problem is both of quantity and quality especially when it comes to highly skilled "red teaming" professionals. We not only have a shortage of the highly technically skilled people required to operate and support systems already deployed, but also an even more desperate shortage of people who can design secure systems, write safe computer code, and create the ever more sophisticated tools needed to prevent, detect, mitigate and reconstitute from damage due to system failures and malicious acts.Other authorsSee publication
Honors & Awards
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Top 100 Innovators & Entrepreneurs
Top100Magazine
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Baldrige Foundation Award for Leadership Excellence in Cybersecurity
Baldrige Foundation
“Baldrige helps thousands of organizations across the country and around the world, in all sectors of the economy, pursue performance excellence which, in turn, makes a positive difference in people’s lives,” continued Faber. “The Foundation Awards for Leadership Excellence were established to recognize leaders in Business (Manufacturing, Service, Small Business), Nonprofit, Government, Health Care, Education, and Cybersecurity, who provide exceptional support to Baldrige and the Foundation’s…
“Baldrige helps thousands of organizations across the country and around the world, in all sectors of the economy, pursue performance excellence which, in turn, makes a positive difference in people’s lives,” continued Faber. “The Foundation Awards for Leadership Excellence were established to recognize leaders in Business (Manufacturing, Service, Small Business), Nonprofit, Government, Health Care, Education, and Cybersecurity, who provide exceptional support to Baldrige and the Foundation’s mission, helping to sustain Baldrige into the future, and promoting the positive impact of Baldrige on organizational and community success.”
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Leading Data Consultants in North America
CDO Magazine
The challenge in the data industry isn't whether organizations can collect massive amounts of data, but how they can extract usable droplets of wisdom from such deluges. This is where data consultants come in. They are the ones who assist organizations in making better data-driven decisions. These consultants are the interface between management and information technology. They are the ones who implement the appropriate data technology for a specific firm while also providing valuable…
The challenge in the data industry isn't whether organizations can collect massive amounts of data, but how they can extract usable droplets of wisdom from such deluges. This is where data consultants come in. They are the ones who assist organizations in making better data-driven decisions. These consultants are the interface between management and information technology. They are the ones who implement the appropriate data technology for a specific firm while also providing valuable management advice. CDO Magazine is excited to announce the Leading Data Consultants for North America List 2022.
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Golden Gov: Executive of the Year 2020
FedScoop
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Women in Leadership Impact Federal IT and Consulting 2020
FedHealthIT.com
Nominated by their peers, these awards recognize and celebrate women guiding, mentoring, and driving the industry through their impactful leadership; driving technology and business transformation and modernization; and/or driving efforts to initiate the next positive disruption that will truly change how Federal agencies support their mission.
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Cybersecurity Leader of the Year 2019
FedScoop
For the Cybersecurity leader paving the way in Cybersecurity innovation and constantly looking for the best ways to keep our information safe.
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ICIT Pinnacle Award 2018
Institute for Critical Infrastructure Technology
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West Virginia's 2019 Wonder Women
WV Living
https://www.wvliving.com/west-virginias-2019-wonder-women/
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Cybersecurity Leader of the Year
2017 FedScoop 50 Award Winners
https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwgeeks/article/Announcing-the-2017-FedScoop-50-Award-Winners-20171102
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Business Transformation 150 Leaders
Constellation Research
https://www.constellationr.com/users/karen-evans
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FedScoop Top Women in Tech 2017
FedScoop
https://www.fedscoop.com/fedscoops-top-women-in-tech-2017-karen-evans/
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Heroines of Washington
The March of Dimes
Recognizes and honors the significant contributions of women in the D.C. Metro Area who exemplify leadership in volunteer community service.
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Top 10 Infosec Career Influencers
Careers InfoSecurity
http://www.careersinfosecurity.com/top-10-infosec-careers-influencers-a-6373
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Cybersecurity Leadership Award
University of Maryland University College (UMUC)
UMUC Award in Cybersecurity Leadership is for professional excellence, individual contributions and innovative strategies for pursuing better cybersecurity infrastructure. http://www.umuc.edu/globalmedia/Cohen-at-UMUC-Cybersecurity-Gala.cfm
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Roll of Distinguished Alumni
WVU College of Business and Economics
"The Roll of Distinguished Alumni was developed to celebrate the successes of our graduates,” said Dr. Jose Sartarelli, Milan Puskar Dean, WVU College of Business and Economics. “These seven individuals are honored through this induction by their alma mater because of their highly successful careers in the U.S. and around the world. They are representative of the countless careers B&E has molded in areas such as business, academia and government, and the impact they have had on our state, our…
"The Roll of Distinguished Alumni was developed to celebrate the successes of our graduates,” said Dr. Jose Sartarelli, Milan Puskar Dean, WVU College of Business and Economics. “These seven individuals are honored through this induction by their alma mater because of their highly successful careers in the U.S. and around the world. They are representative of the countless careers B&E has molded in areas such as business, academia and government, and the impact they have had on our state, our region, the country and the world is significant. We are happy to recognize their great achievements.” http://wvutoday.wvu.edu/n/2012/09/28/seven-inducted-into-wvu-business-school-s-roll-of-distinguished-alumni
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