Cybersecurity & Ransomware Protection for Public Safety
Program owner: Homeland security, state IT security, and justice assistance programs
Summary: Funding to harden networks, improve backups, and protect law enforcement data from cyber threats and ransomware.
Cybersecurity & Ransomware Protection grants help agencies secure critical systems such as RMS, CAD, evidence databases, email, and body camera platforms. Projects may include network assessments, multi factor authentication deployment, secure backups, endpoint protection, and staff training on phishing and cyber hygiene.
Many programs also encourage regional cooperation and shared cyber resources for smaller departments.
Grant categories
Available in these states
- Alabama (AL)
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