The protection of health information is a national priority. As healthcare delivery systems modernize and cybersecurity threats become more sophisticated, the safeguarding of sensitive data—including Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI)—is essential to upholding public trust and ensuring operational integrity. In response to these growing demands, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has introduced Acceptable Risk Controls for ACA, Medicaid, and Provider Entities (ARC AMPE). This new framework replaces the outdated MARS-E standard and aligns healthcare risk and compliance operations with NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5.
Zero Trust is more than reconciling existing technologies and networks; it is a partnership success through cross-program alignment, cost-effective implementation, and delivery of agency missions. Program Management Offices (PMOs) are indispensable in the Zero Trust journey. In our whitepaper, Building Resilience Through Zero Trust: A Modern Approach to Cybersecurity & Program Management, we discuss executing improved security postures that turn architecture principles into actionable, measurable, and compliant results, driving efficiency and long-term success in an unpredictable cyber environment.
In the dynamic realm of cybersecurity, where each digital advancement brings forth new challenges, the transition from the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 1.1 to 2.0 represents a journey of adaptation and resilience. As organizations navigate the complex landscape of cyber threats, CSF 2.0 stands out as a lighthouse of innovation, offering not only a framework but a personalized roadmap tailored to the unique requirements of businesses, government entities, and beyond. By prioritizing flexibility, collaboration, and future preparedness, CSF 2.0 transcends the confines of traditional cybersecurity protocols, positioning it as a strategic asset rather than a mere compliance requirement.
