DOT Defined Roles and Responsibilities, but Additional Oversight Needed
The Department of Transportation has established cybersecurity roles and responsibilities for officials that manage cybersecurity at agencies within...
What are the cybersecurity roles defined by DOT?
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has defined cybersecurity roles and responsibilities for senior officials managing cybersecurity across its agencies. This includes regular communication from the Chief Information Officer (CIO) about cyber threats and the provision of cybersecurity tools and technical assistance.
How does DOT support cybersecurity training?
DOT supports cybersecurity training by providing role-based training for managers. However, the Inspector General has reported deficiencies in the clarity of training requirements and monitoring of training completion, which have not yet been fully addressed.
What oversight does DOT have for cybersecurity programs?
DOT is required to conduct annual reviews of component agency cybersecurity programs. However, these reviews have not effectively addressed 63 unresolved cybersecurity recommendations from the Inspector General, indicating a need for improved oversight and action on these issues.

DOT Defined Roles and Responsibilities, but Additional Oversight Needed
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