CISA Cuts Ties: Cybersecurity Funding Slashed, Chaos Looms for Local Governments
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency plans to end funding for the Center for Internet Security, a move that raises eyebrows. Despite CISA’s mission to empower local governments, critics wonder how cutting support will improve cybersecurity resiliency. With ISAC funding cuts, the future of state and local cyber defenses looks uncertain.
Hot Take:
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has decided to break up with the Center for Internet Security (CIS), leaving many to wonder if this is a strategic pivot or just a bad breakup with far-reaching consequences. CISA says it’s all about empowering local governments, but we can’t help but wonder if it’s more about empowering their budget line. The good news is, now local governments can get creative with their cybersecurity, like a DIY project, but with higher stakes! Good luck, everyone!
Key Points:
- CISA plans to end its agreement with the Center for Internet Security by September 30, 2025.
- The move is part of CISA’s new model to support local governments with grants and cybersecurity tools.
- There’s skepticism about how cutting funding will actually improve cybersecurity resiliency.
- Funding cuts have already impacted key programs like EI-ISAC and MS-ISAC.
- Concerns are rising about election security and the sharing of threat information across states.