What we’re about
Welcome, Government Tech Innovators!
This is a (mostly virtual) community for anyone working to modernize government IT. Whether you're focused on cloud computing, IaaS, PaaS, open source, cybersecurity, or compliance, you’ll find peers and partners here.
We bring together startups, public sector practitioners, developers, engineers, government champions, and industry leaders to share real-world lessons, tools, and ideas driving innovation in government technology.
Topics we explore include:
- Cloud and hybrid infrastructure
- DevSecOps and cybersecurity in government
- Open source in the public sector
- Digital service delivery and modernization
- Regulatory frameworks and compliance (FedRAMP, NIST, etc.)
Community Standards:
We’re here to learn, connect, and collaborate. Please follow these simple guidelines:
— Be respectful and considerate to fellow members.
— Do not share proprietary, confidential, or controlled information.
— Relevant sales, job posts, and resources are welcome—please avoid spam or off-topic promotion.
— Speakers’ ideas, opinions, and content are their own and do not represent the views of the group or its organizers.
— Organizers may moderate or remove content or members to maintain community integrity.
Let’s build better government tech—together.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Salesforce Government Cloud: Innovation & Compliance by DesignLink visible for attendees
Salesforce isn't just a CRM—it's one of the most powerful data platforms in existence.
Join us for a session exploring Salesforce Government Cloud Plus and Government Cloud Plus Defense—purpose-built environments delivering secure, scalable, and mission-ready solutions for public sector and defense organizations.
These dedicated platforms meet the stringent requirements of federal, state, and local agencies with FedRAMP High and DoD IL5 authorizations. Learn how agencies are using Salesforce to manage sensitive data, drive digital transformation, and maintain continuous compliance—without sacrificing innovation or agility.
What You’ll Learn
- How Government Cloud Plus and GovCloud Plus Defense are structured to meet federal mandates
- What FedRAMP High and DoD IL5 really mean for your mission
- What Agentforce for Public Sector is and how it supports secure service delivery
- Opportunities to upskill with Salesforce’s Trailhead, plus Military and Veteran programs
Whether you're a federal IT contractor, public sector technologist, or exploring secure platforms for government use, this session will help demystify the compliance landscape while showcasing what’s possible with Salesforce.
https://www.salesforce.com/government/cloud/
https://www.salesforce.com/government/solutions/Featured Speaker - Stephen Pipino, CISSP
Distinguished Cybersecurity Architect, SalesforceStephen Pipino brings deep experience designing secure cloud solutions for public sector organizations across defense, civilian, and national security missions. As a Distinguished Cybersecurity Architect at Salesforce, he helps government agencies align cybersecurity, compliance, and technology strategy while delivering systems that scale. Stephen holds a CISSP and has spent years working at the intersection of cloud architecture, Zero Trust, and mission-critical IT.
Who Should Attend: Government employees, federal contractors, GovTech professionals, cloud architects, compliance and security leads.
- Achieving CMMC Level 2: Lessons from a Perfect ScoreLink visible for attendees
CMMC 2.0 is no longer a future requirement, it’s here. The 48 CFR Acquisition rule has cleared regulatory review and is moving to publication, meaning that every DoD contract, prime and sub, will soon require at least CMMC Level 2 certification to remain competitive. The countdown to compliance has officially begun.
In this session, two AIS experts will share front-line lessons from achieving a perfect 110/110 score in CMMC Level 2. Instead of theory, you’ll gain practical guidance on building audit-ready compliance programs that are sustainable, scalable, and aligned with assessor expectations. Learn how to:
- Leverage automation and smart workflows in Azure Government and GCC High to streamline evidence and documentation.
- Avoid common pitfalls that derail even well-prepared teams.
- Shift compliance from a one-time project to a repeatable, continuous practice that reduces risk and accelerates readiness.
With CMMC enforcement imminent, this is your chance to hear from practitioners who have already faced these challenges and walk away with actionable strategies to prepare your organization, protect future revenue, and stay ahead of the curve in the Defense Industrial Base.
This session is part of the Compliance Basics series — practical conversations on frameworks like CMMC, NIST, and FedRAMP from teams who’ve done the work.
Speakers
Bryan McGill – Solution Architect, Security and Compliance, AIS
Bryan McGill is a Cloud Cybersecurity and Compliance Architect with over a decade of experience supporting secure modernization for federal agencies. At AIS, he leads compliance and security initiatives across unclassified and classified DoD environments, using Azure and Data Mesh to deliver enterprise-compliant landing zones and accelerate ATOs. Within AIS’s Office of the CTO, he develops Zero Trust frameworks and delivery playbooks, and has a proven track record guiding organizations through CMMC and ATO success.Meredith Dost – Vice President, Infrastructure and Security Solutions, AIS
Meredith Dost leads AIS’s infrastructure and security strategy across federal and commercial sectors, with deep expertise in Microsoft Purview, Sentinel, and Defender. She specializes in secure modernization, compliance automation, and mission continuity for regulated environments. Meredith has successfully guided multiple organizations through CMMC readiness and audit, aligning implementation with assessor expectations to drive scalable, sustainable results.About AIS
Applied Information Sciences (AIS) is a trusted Microsoft partner with 40+ years of experience helping federal agencies and defense contractors meet complex compliance and security requirements. AIS was among the first 100 DoD contractors to achieve CMMC Level 2 with a perfect score, demonstrating deep expertise in aligning programs with NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC 2.0. From readiness assessments to continuous monitoring, AIS leverages automation and AI to simplify compliance and sustain long-term success.
www.ais.com
