The State Department has formed a new cybersecurity office within the Diplomatic Security Service in May to help address cyber threats, The Hill reported Monday.
A department official told the publication that the new Cyber and Technology Security directorate will deliver cyber threat analysis, incident detection and response, cyber investigation and emerging technology support.
The office will also help the department’s chief information officer ensure that embassies, consulates and foreign affairs officers meet cybersecurity requirements, the report noted.
The establishment of CTS follows reports of a planned cybersecurity reorganization at the State Department.
