CISA Targets 2025 for National Infrastructure Risk Management Initiative

Jen Easterly, the director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and a recipient of the 2024 Wash100 Award, recently announced that CISA is set to develop a National Infrastructure Risk Management Plan aimed for completion by 2025. This strategic initiative is designed to guide federal efforts in safeguarding the nation’s critical infrastructure against the backdrop of increasing cyber threats. The plan underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing the resilience and security of vital systems that underpin the American way of life. Easterly’s announcement, made through a blog post, highlights the importance of a cohesive and forward-looking approach to national cybersecurity.