2: Information Technology Management and Planning

Enhance the security, efficiency, and support provided by our information technology resources

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The Manage Strategically Crosscutting Process includes NASA’s Information Technology (IT) planning. This effort aims for optimal use of NASA’s IT resources to achieve Agency goals and objectives. NASA’s IT planning is built around four focus areas: Safety and Security (security and software management), Cost-effective Common Infrastructure and Services (services and solutions, architecture and standards), Innovative Technology and Practices (knowledge management, work force challenge, and IT research and pilots), and Emerging IT Areas (e-business and e-government). NASA is undertaking an Agencywide IT security effort encompassing: incident response and reporting, auditing and monitoring, penetration testing, risk assessments, security planning requirements, technology application, improved policy and procedures, and education and training.

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