The State of Georgia has approved EDTS Cyber as a vendor qualified to access and support GCIC systems and the Criminal Justice Information System network.  
 
CJIS standards were first established by the FBI in 1992. They exist to protect the privacy and authenticity of vital criminal justice records throughout the nation by setting data security, handling, and encryption standards. CJIS standards have evolved with the cyber threat landscape and now include protocols surrounding wireless infrastructure, authentication, SaaS/cloud vendors, employee protocols, and more.
 
To meet and maintain compliance standards, many criminal justice agencies hire internal I.T. staff and I.T. security vendors like EDTS Cyber. Agencies must ensure the employees of their chosen vendor are meeting the strict requirements to receive clearance to work with or manage Criminal Justice Systems. Most states have taken the FBI's recommendations and provided a process for obtaining clearance per CJIS requirements.
 
EDTS Cyber employees have undergone the training required by the State of Georgia and have met all federal standards required to manage the security of Criminal Justice Information.
 
In addition to the Managed Security Services provided to agencies, EDTS Cyber also provides an Audit Readiness service to aid organizations in understanding where they may have gaps when it comes to meeting the CJIS requirements.
 
“We’re excited to help criminal justice organizations in the state of Georgia and beyond prepare for their federal audits,” says Delano Collins, CIO of EDTS Cyber. “Our company practices are the result of over two decades of I.T. and cyber security audit and management experience. We developed the CJIS audit-readiness assessment with confidence that we can assist with a depth of expertise and compatible solutions to help any CJIS entity prepare and strengthen their security stance.”
 
EDTS Cyber has submitted all necessary information (including a list of relevant qualifications) to the FBI. In addition, EDTS Cyber employees carry other nationally recognized certifications, such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CCFP (Certified Cyber Forensics Professional), and CompTIA (a family of advanced technical and security certifications).
 
I.T. Auditor Robert Smith summarizes the CJIS assessment service offering this way: “We put boots on the ground at CJ facilities for the assessment process, during which our auditors mimic the processes of a federal auditor. Upon completion, EDTS Cyber auditors deliver an executive summary and counsel Information Officers as they develop a roadmap to meet the complex compliance requirements."
 
Because EDTS Cyber employees have been approved by the State of Georgia, all EDTS Cyber security services, such as 24/7 advanced security monitoring, incident response, and security awareness training are available to Georgia agencies as they seek a better compliance standing.
 
“The threat landscape is dangerous and disturbing,” says Charles Johnson, Founder and CEO of EDTS Cyber. “In helping criminal justice organizations protect their information, we’re aiding their fight to protect all of people under their care—and our justice system as a whole.”