Leesburg commission says FY2026 IT budget includes network upgrade and cybersecurity position; staff to recruit in May

The Technology and Communications Commission on March 4 heard an update on the town's FY2026 information-technology budget that includes a network enhancement project and a funded cybersecurity position, and learned staff will advertise the cybersecurity job in May if recruitment timing permits.

Commission members were told the Town Council approved the budget package that includes the network project as an enhancement and the additional cybersecurity position. Staff said council directed a five-month hold on filling the new position — roughly through December — but that salary savings in other areas could allow an earlier hire. Town staff indicated they plan to place the job advertisement in May and proceed if a qualified candidate appears earlier.

Why it matters: the funded cybersecurity position and planned network work form the town's primary near-term investments in digital infrastructure and security. Commission discussion tied the…