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Adams County board approves cybersecurity assessment with Homeland Security partners
Summary
The board granted Applied Technology Group permission to coordinate a free cybersecurity assessment with Homeland Security and county IT, directing staff to receive a follow-up proposal; the motion passed on a voice vote.
The Adams County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved a request to allow Applied Technology Group to perform a cybersecurity assessment in cooperation with Homeland Security and county IT staff.
Shane Adams of Applied Technology Group told the board the firm has worked with federal and state Homeland Security offices and local governments that experienced ransomware incidents. "Cybersecurity attacks are on the rise," Adams said, urging the board to allow a short, no‑cost assessment so staff can understand the county's vulnerabilities and possible next steps.
Chair opened the floor for a motion; the board recorded a motion by Supervisor Wilson, seconded by Supervisor Gray, to authorize county administrators and IT staff to work with Applied Technology Group and to allow Homeland Security to conduct the assessment. Board members confirmed the assessment would be provided at no charge and that any subsequent remediation work would return to the board for approval.
Why it matters: county IT and critical services (including sheriff's systems and court functions) can be affected by cyber incidents, and a free, short assessment from a firm working with Homeland Security can identify immediate risks and inform budgeting or procurement decisions.
Next steps: staff and the county administrator will coordinate the on‑site assessment, receive a written proposal for any recommended work, and return to the board with a timeline and cost estimates if corrective work is proposed.
