In fiscal year 2025, the U.S. government's cybersecurity budget is projected at $27.5 billion, with a major focus on labor costs which dominate technology investments. While only $3.7 billion is allocated for cybersecurity products and $1.8 billion for identity management, over $22 billion will go towards personnel and contract support. This translates to a ratio of $4 spent on labor for every $1 on technology, contrasting sharply with private sector averages. The findings raise concerns about the government's inefficient resource allocation amidst a backdrop of compliance-driven security protocols established by federal legislation.
In the fiscal year 2025, the U.S. government plans to allocate $27.5 billion to cybersecurity, primarily focusing on labor over technology with a 4-to-1 spending ratio.
The report reveals that the federal government spends 85% more on overall cybersecurity than comparable private sector companies, highlighting inefficiencies in resource allocation.
The compliance-driven security culture established by the Federal Information System Management Act has led to misallocations in necessary cybersecurity resources and approaches.
With federal agencies spending on average $4 on labor for every $1 invested in technology, an urgent reassessment of cybersecurity strategies is necessary for efficiency.
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