Cutting-edge technologies, pilot programs, and tools designed to modernize CMS systems and enable our mission, in partnership with private industry
What is the ISPG Innovation Lab?
The ISPG Innovation Lab partners with internal CMS teams to provide the latest proven system security products and services from private industry.
Led by the Mission Enablement Team, the Innovation Lab offers pilot programs that allow CMS teams to access advanced technologies that are low-risk and sustainable. These programs quickly modernize current systems and make it easier for teams to comply with security-related laws and regulations.
When you sign up to participate in an Innovation Lab pilot program, you're not only getting the latest in tech -- the information and data collected about your system will help inform future CMS security policy. Regardless of your role, the Innovation Lab can work with you in the following ways:
Innovation Lab pilot programs
System Owners
Overall FISMA System functionality falls to you, and the Innovation Lab wants to ensure you have the tools to be successful. Our team can work with you to enroll your system in one of our many pilot programs.
Information System Security Officers (ISSOs)
FISMA System compliance can feel like a full-time job. Connect with the Innovation Lab to enroll in pilot programs that help with ongoing authorization efforts.
Developers
You keep CMS FISMA Systems secure every day. The Innovation Lab can help you get access to the newest security programs and tools.
Outcomes
As an Innovation Lab partner, CMS Teams will see measurable improvements in performance, reductions in risk, and improved productivity. Improvements could be (but not limited to):
- Deprecation of antiquated technologies and processes
- Data-driven decision-making
- Reusable services/components that solve challenging operational needs
The ISPG Innovation Lab is working on lots of interesting projects that could benefit your team. Head over to their CMS CODA space to learn more about the work they’re doing and see if one of their projects would be a good fit for your team (CODA job code required).