As state and municipal agencies across the U.S. embrace smart city initiatives to improve public services, streamline operations, and enhance quality of life, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been greater. Gradient Cyber, a leading provider of Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) services, is proud to join the Smart Cities Council (SCC) to help cities protect their critical IT systems, networks, and data from evolving threats.
Smart city projects are built on a foundation of interconnected systems, real-time data, and innovative technologies that drive transportation, utilities, public safety, and more. But with increased connectivity comes increased vulnerability to cyber threats—from criminal hackers to nation-state actors. Gradient Cyber is committed to ensuring these vital systems remain secure, resilient, and operational in the face of mounting cyber risks.
"Smart city initiatives rely on a seamless and secure infrastructure of IT systems, networks, and critical data," said Steve Chappell, Gradient Cyber COO. "Our expertise in threat detection and response will play a key role in safeguarding these foundational elements, enabling cities to achieve their goals while keeping citizens and assets safe."
While many of the challenges faced by smart city agencies—from improving public transit to implementing IoT-enabled water meters—may not seem directly related to cybersecurity, all of these solutions depend on IT systems and data that must be protected. Without strong cybersecurity measures, smart city initiatives face risks such as service disruptions, data breaches, and loss of public trust.
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Gradient Cyber’s MXDR services address these needs with a comprehensive, cost-effective approach to cybersecurity tailored for resource-constrained state and municipal agencies
Gradient Cyber delivers industry-leading MXDR services that combine advanced technology with expert human analysis to proactively detect, investigate, and neutralize threats before they can cause harm. With a focus on optimizing existing security investments, Gradient Cyber offers:
By partnering with the Smart Cities Council, Gradient Cyber is furthering its commitment to empowering state and municipal leaders to deploy transformative technologies with confidence. Together, they’ll work to drive education, awareness, and actionable solutions for securing the smart cities of tomorrow.
Gradient Cyber invites state and municipal leaders to learn more at the Smart Cities Summit in San Francisco this May. Attendees can connect with experts, explore cybersecurity best practices, and discover how Gradient Cyber’s MXDR services can safeguard their smart city initiatives.
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Gradient Cyber is a leading provider of Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) services, specializing in advanced threat detection, monitoring, and response for mid-market organizations. With a focus on simplifying cybersecurity, Gradient Cyber protects businesses and agencies from evolving threats across networks, endpoints, cloud environments, and SaaS platforms.
Smart Cities Council (SCC) is the global network for creating a safer, more resilient, and sustainable world through smart city technologies. SCC provides knowledge, tools, and connections to empower state and municipal leaders to scope, design, and deliver impactful smart city strategies worldwide.