DATE:
November 15, 2022
20
TO:
Board of Supervisors
SUBJECT
Title
AUTHORIZATION TO APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT GRANT FUNDING RELATED TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND CYBERSECURITY OPPORTUNITIES (DISTRICTS: ALL)
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OVERVIEW
In response to the unprecedented number of cybersecurity threats facing local governments, an increasing number of information technology and cyber security grant opportunities have been established by state and federal agencies. These grant opportunities are designed to help local governments address the ever-increasing cybersecurity risks and cybersecurity threats to information systems by domestic and foreign actors.
County Technology Office staff have been researching various recently announced programs and evaluating how the potential grants can improve the County's current and future cybersecurity posture. Today's actions authorize the Chief Information Officer, or their designee, to apply for and accept grants that provide opportunities to improve the information technology environment and cybersecurity posture of the County of San Diego.
RECOMMENDATION(S)
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
1. Authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, or their designee, through December 31, 2027, to pursue grant funding, submit applications, and accept awarded grants that provide opportunities to improve the information technology environment and cybersecurity posture of the County of San Diego.
2. Authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, or their designee, to execute all required grant documents, including any applications, agreements, annual extensions, amendments, and/or revisions.
EQUITY IMPACT STATEMENT
Today's actions would provide the Chief Administrative Officer, or their designee, with the authority to apply for and accept grant funding that has the potential to improve the information technology environment and cybersecurity posture of the County of San Diego. Community engagement and outreach will be paramount to the success of any ...
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