Mass. Creates Cyber Incident Response Team

Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker (R) formed a cybersecurity team via an executive order Wednesday. The Massachusetts Cyber Incident Response Team will lead preparation, response, mitigation and recovery related to cybersecurity threats, the governor’s office said. The state’s Executive Office of Technology Services and Security secretary will lead the team, which will also include representatives from police, emergency management and other state public safety and security offices. “As state governments expand their digital footprints, moving more services online and allowing for a more connected workforce, it’s critical that we make the necessary investments to protect this critical technology infrastructure from acts of terrorism and criminal, organized crime, and gang activity,” said Baker.