Zero Trust Segmentation for Public Sector Security

This industry brief outlines the implementation of Zero Trust Segmentation (ZTS) to enhance cybersecurity within state and local governments. It identifies the significant cyber risks faced by public sector agencies, including exposure to ransomware and breaches, which have made them prime targets for attackers. The brief presents ZTS as a solution that enables detailed visibility and control over lateral network traffic, helping organizations comply with regulatory requirements and enhance resilience against cyber threats. Key benefits discussed include the ability to meet compliance mandates such as Section 508, the reduction of cyber insurance costs through lateral segmentation, and proactive protection against ransomware. The document explains how the Illumio ZTS Platform facilitates these strategies by providing insights into traffic flows, consistent policy enforcement across diverse environments, and capabilities to isolate high-value assets. This approach aims to prevent the lateral movement of threats and ensure continuous operational protection, even in disconnected networks.