H R 3359 115th Congress 2017- : Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2018
Most of the actions outlined in the Executive Order are to be implemented by the Department of Homeland Security, namely CISA. In addition, Congress provided CISA with new authorities in the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act and with a down payment to improve the protection of civilian federal government networks with the funding provided through the American Rescue Plan. This ongoing priority will therefore focus Agency Cybersecurity on implementing the Executive Order, the NDAA, and the funding provided by Congress in an effective and timely manner. The second sprint focuses on building a more robust and a more diverse cybersecurity workforce. DHS cannot tackle ransomware and the broader cybersecurity challenges without talented and dedicated people who can help protect the Nation's schools, hospitals, critical infrastructure, and communities. SIGINT plays a vital role in our national security by providing America's leaders with critical information they need to def