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Demystifying Zero Trust is the first step to modernizing security for military forces

Military and DoD leaders are under pressure to modernize networks according to zero trust principles (“never trust; always verify”).

Over 60% of organizations will embrace zero trust principles as a starting place for security by 2025. More than half will fail to realize the benefits.

To support successful implementation, this playbook cuts through the confusion with focus on implementing zero trust principles by:

  • Demystifying zero trust principles
  • Addressing the 7 essential pillars aligned with Federal and DoD guidelines
  • Assessing your zero trust readiness with the gap analysis template
  • Executing 10 steps for a strong and fast start

Defense leaders deliver on their digital priorities with greater efficiency

Access to proprietary, data-driven tools enables you and your teams to act decisively with confidence.

Mitigate risk, reduce waste, optimize outcomes and enable better, faster decisions

Use objective tools and diagnostics to build and execute IT strategy

  • AI Use-Case Prism for Defense and Intelligence. Review 22 AI defense use cases that may accelerate your mission outcomes.

  • Keys to DevOps Success. Drive continuous improvement in software engineering. 

  • Designing Services and Microservices to Maximize Agility. Outpace adversaries with scalable and independently deployable services.

     

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Incorporate proven solutions for measurable results on your mission-critical priorities

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Get guidance for defense leaders:

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