To: Brian K. Flewelling, Public Works Committee Chairperson
From: Michael Dawisha, CIO
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RE: Approval of a one-year agreement with an option to extend licensing and support for up to three additional one-year terms with Cymulate Inc., ITB 26-497, first year not to exceed $69,700.00, to be paid from 1010-228.01-933.001 and pre-paid accounts
recommendation
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval of a one-year agreement with an option to extend licensing and support for up to three additional one-year terms with Cymulate Inc., ITB 26-497, first year not to exceed $69,700.00 to be paid from 1010-228.01-933.001 and pre-paid accounts.
BACKGROUND:
Cymulate, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that provides an exposure validation platform used to test and evaluate an organization's security controls. Exposure validation helps identify whether existing cybersecurity tools, processes, and monitoring systems are effectively detecting and responding to potential threats. The platform uses safe simulations of real-world attack methods to help identify security gaps, prioritize risks, and support ongoing improvements to the organization's cybersecurity posture.
DISCUSSION:
The Information Technology Department recommends awarding ITB 26-497 for licensing and support to Cymulate, Inc. The one-year agreement includes Cymulate's Exposure Validation - Enterprise licensing and Premium Support, which will assist IT with validating existing cybersecurity controls and identifying areas where improvements may be needed. The platform also provides Information Technology staff with the ability to run robotic pentesting internally, which helps identify vulnerabilities, validate existing cybersecurity protections, and prioritize areas that may require remediation. The agreement also includes the option to extend licensing and support for up to three additional one-year terms. Continuing access to this platform will support the County's ongoing cybersecurity efforts by providing tools to t...
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