It is no secret that hostile cyber actors are targeting every organization and institution in the public and private sectors. The more connected organizations are, the more opportunity there is for bad guys to find a vulnerability to exploit. The federal government is hampered by the fact that many agencies are still utilizing legacy and outdated equipment. The President proposed the creation of a Federal Chief Information Security Officer, a role that remains undefined at this moment. This individual could be the impetus for cyber security change that the government desperately needs if given the proper authorities.”]