Artificial Intelligence for public good

When it comes to technology, there’s no arguing that the trend of the year is artificial intelligence (AI). AI is discussed simultaneously as the answer to — and the source of — all our problems. I know from my years of experience serving public sector organizations that it can be overwhelming when a new trend comes along. Suddenly, everywhere you…

Okta Achieves FedRAMP® High Authorization

As the leader of Okta’s US Public Sector business, my top priority is supporting government agencies as they modernize IT to improve efficiency and service delivery. This includes adopting zero trust to strengthen cyber posture and prevent fraud. Throughout every interaction, a consistent theme emerges: Identity is critical to the success of their…

Okta for US Military: A New milestone in DoD IL4 Identity

The Department of Defense (DoD) is America’s largest government agency, with nearly 3 million active duty personnel, civilian employees, and reservists in more than 160 countries. It supports military families, dependents, veterans, and millions of recruits each year. Every Identity is vital to the DoD’s mission: protecting our national security. …

Okta Helps Federal Agencies Easily Deploy Phishing-Resistant MFA

A recent report from the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) revealed phishing attacks for the first quarter of 2022 exceeded one million—the highest on APWG record. As attacks increase, it’s reasonable to expect targeted phishing attacks to increase as well.  The U.S. government is defending itself against this growing threat via mandates and…