Early Morning Byte: Monday, February 10, 2025

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February 10, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes

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đź“Ś Key Headlines

  • This month, 75 CIOs are stepping into new leadership roles, bringing fresh ideas and strategic vision across industries.

  • Cybersecurity remains a top concern, with a Mississippi utility breach affecting thousands, DeepSeek AI facing a potential federal ban, and Mizuno dealing with a ransomware attack.

  • Federal cybersecurity employees now included in a key resignation program.

đź’ˇ Strategic Insights

  • Is your cybersecurity team working together effectively??

  • đź’ˇSometimes the small acts of leadership are the biggest…

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FEATURED75 CIOs On the Move

This month, we’re thrilled to highlight 75 CIOs who are taking on new roles across a range of industries. They’re bringing fresh ideas and serious expertise, ready to dive into the challenges ahead and lead their teams to the next level.

By Cambron Kelly, Contributing Writer ● Read More…

EXTRA BYTES

A cyberattack on Yazoo Valley Electric Power Association last summer resulted in a data breach affecting over 20,000 residents across six Mississippi counties.

A new bipartisan bill seeks to ban the AI chatbot DeepSeek from federal devices amid growing concerns over its potential ties to the Chinese government.

Mizuno has confirmed a significant data breach that exposed the sensitive personal information of its customers following a ransomware attack claimed by the BianLian group.

In a recent article with The National CIO Review, Paul Zyla shares how fractional CIOs are shaping high-performing IT and product teams, bringing strategic leadership, mentorship, and operational excellence without the long-term commitment.

TRENDINGCISA at a Crossroads: Workforce Changes Amid Federal Overhaul

CISA, under the DHS, has recently experienced a notable policy reversal. Initially exempted from the federal government’s deferred resignation program due to national security considerations, CISA employees are now authorized to participate in this initiative.

By Emory Odom, Contributing Writer ● Read More…

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CISA BULLETIN

The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency provides a summary of new vulnerabilities that have been recorded by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Read the Latest Vulnerability Bulletin.

FEATURED OPPORTUNITY

Chauvet has selected CIO Partners to lead their search for the role of Global Director of Information Technology – their top IT leader, located in Greater Miami, Florida. Read More...

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