Stephanie Ragusky

About Stephanie Ragusky

I architect IT solutions that keep the customer priority. Enterprise-level…

Experience

1. Senior Advisor

   U.S. Department Of Transportation

   Mar 2023 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Define strategic priorities in the areas of government-wide cybersecurity initiatives and identify new opportunities pertaining to privacy and security of DOT systems. Explain in writing, presentations and at briefings the strategic value of cybersecurity and privacy and its importance as a business enabler. Develop high level plans, techniques, and measurable objectives to improve the development of cybersecurity and privacy measures and practices in meeting goals and objectives of the agency and to protect sensitive information. Make decisions that are data driven and recommend solutions that measure cybersecurity and privacy protection performance. Work in collaboration with the CISO in developing a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy for the Department, including leveraging DOT’s cybersecurity and privacy program as a mission enabler, and creating performance measures for the DOT cybersecurity and privacy program. Oversee the implementation of higher-level security requirements, such as those resulting from legislative, regulatory, or Presidential directives. Ensure the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of IT systems through full compliance with the Federal Information Security Modernization Act, related NIST standards, and agency IT security policies and standards. Continually evaluate current system security posture, monitor activities, and assess the security awareness knowledge of staff as it relates to assigned areas of responsibility. Oversee operations, maintenance and supports activities including, core services, common controls, and life cycle management of all DOT systems managed within the OCIO purview.

Education

• Penn State University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)