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The 2027 deadline for zero trust is closing in, and defense agencies face more than a technology upgrade. Meeting the mandate means overhauling how agencies secure data, protect critical systems and defend against increasingly sophisticated threats. In this GovExec TV episode, sponsored by Maximus, cybersecurity and defense experts break down what it will take to deliver zero trust across cloud and on-premises environments — and why success demands more than just checking compliance boxes.
The conversation covers the essential building blocks of zero trust, including Identity, Credential and Access Management, data tagging, and endpoint security, while addressing the challenges of applying zero trust in hybrid environments where legacy systems still underpin mission-critical operations. Experts will outline a phased approach to implementation, emphasizing policy alignment, continuous monitoring, and strong governance to maintain resilience against evolving threats. The discussion also explores practical strategies for assessing security posture, closing critical gaps, and building adaptable systems that support both zero trust and long-term modernization.
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Kynan Carver
Cybersecurity Lead
Maximus
Kynan Carver is a cybersecurity expert and leader with over 18 years of experience in the field. He currently serves as the Cybersecurity Lead at Maximus, a global provider of government services.
In this role, he applies his extensive knowledge of advanced cybersecurity engineering, security operations, and cyber intelligence to design and deliver next-generation cybersecurity solutions for defense agencies. He also oversees the development and implementation of the continuous Authority to Operate (cATO) framework, which enables faster and more secure application delivery.
Prior to joining Maximus, Kynan led the cybersecurity division for the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), where he was responsible for the accreditation and oversight of the Defense Enterprise Office Solution (DEOS) program, a cloud-based office suite for the Department of Defense.
Kynan also managed the Security Operations Center (SOC) and Information Assurance (IA) for both cloud and on-premises infrastructures.
Kynan has published several articles on cybersecurity topics, such as technical debt, agile methodology, and DevSecOps practices. He is also a frequent speaker at industry events and conferences, such as the Potomac Officers Club and MeriTalk.
He is passionate about sharing his insights and best practices with the cybersecurity community and advancing the state of the art in the field. He served in the Georgia Air National Guard and local/federal civil services, holds a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity, and resides with his family in Spotsylvania, Virginia.
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