State and local governments are weathering a digital explosion. The move to "virtual everything" means that greater amounts of information are being produced and transmitted electronically, but the digital infrastructure powering these operations is straining under the weight.  \r\n This shift is happening for a good reason. The benefits of moving online are endless; citizens can pay taxes and fees, use library services, and even register to vote online. Municipalities create levels of access, efficiency, cost savings, and transparency that are simply unavailable otherwise.  \r\n This represents a revolution in citizen services and access, but at the cost of secure infrastructure and strategic planning. And the pressure is building. It has exposed gaps in infrastructure, highlighting vulnerabilities that malicious actors are waiting to exploit.…