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Information Security and Privacy Program

HHS Cybersecurity Program - Leadership For IT Security & Privacy Across HHS

MISSION

Foster an enterprise-wide secure and trusted environment in support of HHS' commitment to better health and well-being of the American people.

PROGRAM LINKS

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

HHS’ enterprise-wide information security and privacy program was launched in fiscal year 2003, to help protect HHS against potential information technology (IT) threats and vulnerabilities.  The Program ensures compliance with federal mandates and legislation, including the Federal Information Security Management Act and the President’s Management Agenda.  The HHS Cybersecurity Program plays an important role in protecting HHS' ability to provide mission-critical operations.  In addition, the HHS Cybersecurity Program is the cornerstone of the HHS IT Strategic Plan , and an enabler for e-government success.

POINTS OF CONTACT

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Acting
Kevin Charest
  • Phone: (202) 619-1867
  • Email: kevin.charest@hhs.gov
  • Location: 200 Independence Avenue, Room 326E, Washington, DC 20201

HHS Cybersecurity Program Support

HHS Cybersecurity Program Support is a help desk designed to provide support and assistance relating to the HHS Cybersecurity Program and IT security related issues.  The HHS Cybersecurity Program Support is staffed Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM eastern standard time (EST).