On this week's Priorities podcast, Jayson Cavendish, the new chief security officer of Michigan, talks to StateScoop about his start in information security and how maintaining a breadth of vision helps build a comprehensive cyber strategy.

https://www.michigan.gov/dtmb/services/cybersecurity

In the news this week:

Civic tech nonprofit Code for America announced it’s eliminating 35 staff positions and making major changes to its strategy

https://statescoop.com/code-for-america-inches-closer-to-union-clarity/

The New York City Police Department’s use of drones in response to calls and complaints about large gatherings — including private events hosted in backyards — over Labor Day weekend is drawing ire from privacy activists.

https://statescoop.com/nypd-drones-backyard-labor-day-party/

Dave Fletcher, Utah’s longtime chief technology officer, is retiring after serving nearly 20 years in the position.

https://statescoop.com/dave-fletcher-utah-cto-retires/

Register now for StateScoop's IT Modernization Summit on September 19.

itmodernizationsummit.upgather.com

StateScoop’s Priorities Podcast is available every Thursday.

Listen more here.

www.prioritiespodcast.com