Federal agencies are accelerating zero-trust adoption in response to evolving cyber threats and federal mandates. However, true zero trust is not achieved through compliance checklists alone, it requires operational maturity, architectural discipline, and cultural alignment.
At AGT, we approach zero trust as a transformation initiative rather than a security upgrade. Our experience across defense and civilian agencies shows that agencies often struggle with fragmented identity systems, legacy infrastructure, and inconsistent access policies.
A successful zero-trust implementation requires:
- Identity-centric security architecture
- Continuous monitoring and validation
- Micro-segmentation of networks
- Integrated threat intelligence
- Automated policy enforcement
Compliance frameworks such as NIST 800-207 and CISA’s Zero Trust Maturity Model provide structure, but operational execution determines success.
AGT works with federal teams to move beyond theoretical frameworks, aligning zero-trust architecture with mission continuity, performance requirements, and real-world constraints.
Zero trust is not a destination. It is an evolving posture of resilience.