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County to pursue $100,000 cybersecurity grant for immutable backups and penetration testing
Summary
Vernon County authorized application to the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program for up to $100,000 to implement immutable backup solutions and professional penetration testing; IT Director Simon presented the plan and the resolution was adopted.
The Board on Jan. 20 authorized submission of an application to the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) seeking up to $100,000 to implement immutable backups and engage professional penetration testing. IT Director Simon presented the resolution and Supervisor Schweiger moved adoption; Supervisor Sullivan seconded and the board adopted the resolution by voice vote.
Minutes state the project will improve data integrity and vulnerability management. The SLCGP is a reimbursement grant that requires the county to initially cover project costs; the resolution notes that any expenses exceeding the approved budget remain the county's responsibility.
