Over the past decade, dozens of state and local governments across the United States have been the victims of cyberattacks that have often brought their operations to a grinding halt. According to cybersecurity experts the frequency of these attacks has increased exponentially in recent years, making the need for a strong defense more important than ever. But how do you prepare your jurisdiction for these ever-increasing threats?

In this webinar, you'll join Hemant Desai, ICMA's Chief Information Officer, as he discusses strategies for evaluating the state of your local government's cybersecurity measures with a fellow public sector CIO. They will cover:

• The most common IT vulnerabilities and threats faced by local governments.
• Basic defensive practices applicable to jurisdictions of any size.
• Where to turn for helpful cybersecurity resources.
• How to manage new threats posed by the rise of AI.