Ms. Killoran will lead HHS’ work on IT and cybersecurity, focusing on four key projects to support a “cyber-savvy” workplace, according to a post by HHS Acting Deputy Secretary Mary Wakefield, PhD, RN.
Ms. Killoran will advance the Cybersecurity Communication, Awareness, Response, and Education initiative providing weekly tips to HHS staff on how to keep data safe from cyber threats; launch a phishing campaign program to conduct simulated attacks to better prepare HHS staff; conduct a cybersecurity discussion series; and launch a workforce development pilot project to define requirements for today’s IT workforce.
Prior to joining HHS, Ms. Killoran spent 11 years in various leadership roles with the Department of Homeland Security.
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