DHS sets application deadline for second year of state and local cyber grants

The Department of Homeland Security is now accepting applications from state and local governments for grants aimed at boosting cyber resilience by helping to determine areas for improvement and implementing security protections that address areas with the highest risk.

DHS announced the availability of $374.9 million on Monday to support the second year of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program. This year’s funding allotment represents a significant increase from the $185 million allotted in fiscal 2022, DHS says. The...