Washington, D.C., is the heart of the United States. Leaders in every technology and critical infrastructure sector look to D.C. for examples, guidance, and permission.

As the nation’s capital, technology innovation and investment are driven in large part by the parameters set by Congress, the executive branch and federal agencies. Due to the federal government’s supply chain and its influence on virtually all private sectors, cybersecurity requirements, regulatory frameworks, best practices, and information sharing initiatives begin in Washington, D.C., and impact the entire nation. As a consequence of their influence, the D.C. technology, legislative, and agency communities can play a major role in how the American public and private sectors perceive, develop and implement cybersecurity and cyber-hygiene. In short, to systemically improve the security of the public and private sector any meaningful revolution of cybersecurity culture must begin in the capital.

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