Cybersecurity threats continue to target local governments and public infrastructure across Maryland, but new state and federal resources are available to help communities strengthen their defenses. The Maryland Department of Emergency Management, Department of Information Technology, and the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) Planning Committee are releasing another round of funding through the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program, with applications opening in August 2026. For FY 2024, Maryland was awarded $4.9 million,…

A new federal proposal from US Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) aims to restore and strengthen cybersecurity support for state and local governments through renewed funding for the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC). In a recent article from Government Technology, the proposed federal Guaranteeing Universal Access to Cybersecurity Act would provide $50 million annually beginning in fiscal year 2027 to support the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), a program operated by the…

Counties continue to face an evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, with local government systems increasingly targeted for disruption. As counties work to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive public data, workforce development remains a key component of a strong cybersecurity posture. BCR Cyber has announced the launch of its next Cybersecurity Operational Methods and Education Training (COMET) cohort, beginning May 18 and running through June 23. Funded through the Maryland Department of Labor’s Employment Advancement Right…