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E-Government Act of 2002
The E-Government Act requires federal agencies to conduct cybersecurity Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) before deploying IT systems that collect personal information. Section 208 specifically mandates PIAs and sets requirements for agency websites handling personal data. Title III of this act was the original FISMA (2002).
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Key Requirements
Section 208(b)(1)
Agencies must conduct a Privacy Impact Assessment before developing or procuring IT that collects, maintains, or disseminates personally identifiable information
Section 208(b)(2)
PIAs must describe what information is collected, why, intended use, with whom it is shared, how it is secured, and whether a System of Records Notice is required
Section 208(d)
Agencies must post privacy policies on websites used by the public and provide machine-readable privacy policy formats
How Does E-Government Act Affect Cybersecurity Careers?
Privacy engineers and GRC analysts at federal agencies write and review PIAs as part of the system development lifecycle. Cybersecurity architects must address PIA findings during system design. Security professionals working on government digital services encounter E-Government Act requirements regularly.
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Read the full text of E-Government Act at the official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/107th-congress/house-bill/2458
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E-Government Act in cybersecurity?
The E-Government Act requires federal agencies to conduct cybersecurity Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) before deploying IT systems that collect personal information. Section 208 specifically mandates PIAs and sets requirements for agency websites handling personal data. Title III of this act was the original FISMA (2002).
How does E-Government Act affect cybersecurity careers?
Privacy engineers and GRC analysts at federal agencies write and review PIAs as part of the system development lifecycle. Cybersecurity architects must address PIA findings during system design. Security professionals working on government digital services encounter E-Government Act requirements regularly.
What are the penalties for E-Government Act non-compliance?
OMB oversight actions, congressional oversight, negative audit findings
Educational Information Only
This page provides general educational information about cybersecurity laws and regulations. It does not constitute legal advice, legal interpretation, or a substitute for professional legal counsel. Laws change frequently. Always consult a qualified attorney and verify current requirements directly from official government sources before making compliance decisions. DecipherU is not a law firm and does not provide legal services.
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