Overview

May 14
11AM PT, 2PM ET

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As state and local governments adapt to new Trump administration policies and priorities, IT leaders must continue to modernize operations, boost efficiency, and manage risk—all while aligning with new budget priorities and accountability standards. Navigating the Transition, a webinar series from Government Technology, helps decision-makers decode policy shifts, explore emerging technologies, and gain expert insights on what’s next.

Join Government Technology and ExtraHop Networks for the latest installment in the series—an in-depth discussion on cybersecurity, network visibility, and staying in control—even amidst shifting policy landscapes. In an environment where threats are constant and requirements keep evolving, having a real-time view of your network is key to making confident, timely decisions. In this session, public sector experts unpack what meaningful network visibility looks like today and why it’s quickly becoming the cornerstone of effective cybersecurity.

You’ll learn how to:

  • See what matters: Use real-time network visibility to detect threats quickly, focus on what’s most urgent, and maintain security—even with limited resources.
  • Simplify with confidence: Reduce tool sprawl and streamline operations without compromising protection or compliance.
  • Work better together: Support faster decisions and stronger coordination across teams as cybersecurity policies and expectations continue to shift.

Speakers

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Sarah Cleveland

Senior Director, FED/SLED/DOD Strategy, ExtraHop

Sarah Cleveland has over 26 years in the Air Force as a career Cyber Officer. Retiring as a Colonel, her last position was Commander, 709th Support Group, Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC), Patrick Air Force Base, Florida. In this position Sarah led 4 squadrons and 6 detachments in the United States, Europe and Asia responsible for providing cyber operations, agile software maintenance, configuration management, logistics, supply, central repair, remote sensor maintenance, personnel, facility, emergency management and postal supporting the global nuclear mission. Responsible for global infrastructure valued at over $1.6 Billion, executing a budget of $24.4 million and the maintenance of 14 networks focused on preserving global nuclear mission capabilities. Additionally, she was responsible for the 14,000 Airmen who operated and sustained the U.S. Atomic Energy Detection System, enabling the global treaty monitoring mission to support high-level national and Department of Defense agency customers. Sarah’s other operational experience includes combat operations in Iraq, airfield suitability surveys in Afghanistan, and other bare base communications in undisclosed areas in the Middle East as well as training Colombian and Polish Special Operations Forces in cyber tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs). Sarah retired from the Air Force in 2023 and is now the Senior Strategic Director focused on the Public Sector for ExtraHop.

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Robert (Rob) Mathieson

Director, Public Sector Sales Engineering, ExtraHop

Rob is a seasoned IT security practitioner, having served a variety of roles throughout his 25+ years in the industry. He has held roles as an active duty US Marine, a government civilian, a defense contractor, an IT consultant, a red team member, an incident responder, a sales engineer, and most recently, the director of public sector sales engineering for ExtraHop. His background began in local area networking and has evolved over the years to encompass behavioral analytics, incident response and recovery, digital forensics, network traffic analysis (NTA), and of course network detection and response (NDR). Rob’s multifaceted background and experiences, combined with his direct support for the public sector over the last 20 years, brings a unique and informed perspective to discussions surrounding IT security and the technologies that enable organizations to stay in control of their cyber risk postures. Rob holds a number of security related certifications including: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), and EC Council Certified Security Analyst (ECSA).

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Deb Snyder

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

Deb is an accomplished C-level executive, influencer and educator who has dedicated her career to improving state and local government services through policy and technology innovation. She has a broad range of experience in government programs, policy, cybersecurity, privacy and information technology. She formerly served as New York state’s chief information security officer, where she led the state’s cybersecurity programs and directed the NYS Cyber Command Center. She works with organizations and universities to strategically strengthen cybersecurity programs, defenses and preparedness, and to create and inspire the next generation of cyber leaders.

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Joe Morris — Moderator

Chief Innovation Officer, e.Republic

Joseph Morris is the chief innovation officer of Government Technology’s parent company e.Republic and a national keynote speaker on issues, trends and drivers impacting state and local government and education. He has authored publications and reports on funding streams, technology investment areas and public-sector priorities, and has led roundtables, projects and initiatives focused on issues within the public sector. Joe has conducted state and local government research with e.Republic since 2007 and knows the ins and outs of government on all levels. He received his Bachelor of Arts in government and international relations from the California State University, Sacramento.

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