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IAM Modernization and Zero Trust Access Controls
Cybersecurity & Compliance · Identity & Access Management
High Priority
About this project
HHSC faces active compliance mandates under Texas state-agency cybersecurity controls and HHS IS-Controls, with FY 2026 internal audit and OIG oversight covering IT infrastructure and IAM. Recent audit findings cited account management deficiencies and least-privilege gaps, and a documented privacy breach has elevated operational and regulatory risk—compounded by vacant CISO and IAM Director positions.
The opportunity
Budget-approved IAM and Zero Trust initiatives, an expiring observability subscription, and an active Rural Cyber Protection procurement create an immediate decision window aligned with the current fiscal cycle. Federal funding pathways support cybersecurity modernization, and acting now reduces audit exposure, strengthens access controls, and protects sensitive constituent data.
Rural Cyber Protection initiative
Discuss this project →Endpoint & IT Infrastructure Monitoring Modernization
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity
High Priority
About this project
An expiring infrastructure observability subscription is creating an immediate monitoring gap, while open solicitations for enterprise software and service desk support signal broad IT operations modernization needs. A budget-approved endpoint and seat-management initiative is active, elevating urgency around continuity, audit readiness, and state cybersecurity compliance obligations.
The opportunity
Active procurements, an expiring subscription, and a funded Rural Cyber Protection initiative create immediate decision windows with aligned budget. Federal funding increases for rural healthcare extend IT and infrastructure investment depth, making this an optimal cycle to advance monitoring modernization and reduce compliance and operational risk.
Rural Cyber Protection initiative
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Web Accessibility · Digital Equity
High Priority
About this project
HHSC is mandated to achieve WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance across all public-facing digital properties, with a federal Title II deadline creating hard legal exposure. Gaps in accessible digital forms and document workflows affect Medicaid and benefits recipients who depend on these systems for critical services.
The opportunity
The federal Title II compliance deadline is fixed and non-negotiable, making near-term action essential to avoid enforcement risk. The FY 2026 SNAP Process and Technology Improvement Grant is an active funding match for this work, and existing digital transformation initiatives are already budget-approved.
FY 2026 SNAP Process and Technology Improvement Grants
Discuss this project →Rural Cybersecurity Protection & Managed Threat Detection
Cybersecurity · Healthcare IT Compliance
High Priority
About this project
An active procurement is underway for managed security services, endpoint detection and response, and SOC monitoring tied to rural cyber protection. Recent audit findings citing account management deficiencies and a documented privacy breach elevate operational and compliance risk for residents and staff dependent on these services.
The opportunity
Federal funding increases for rural healthcare and active telemedicine grants include eligible IT security expenses, creating a defined budget window. Advancing this procurement now addresses documented audit gaps, supports state cybersecurity control mandates, and reduces exposure ahead of FY 2026 oversight activities.
Rural Cyber Protection initiative
Discuss this project →Emergency Operations & Mass Notification Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
HHSC faces three documented preparedness gaps: an unverified Emergency Operations Plan, a confirmed coverage lapse in emergency communications during a system transition, and no recorded HSEEP exercises with corrective actions. Past communication failures during transitions have exposed the agency during critical events, elevating both operational and compliance risk.
The opportunity
FY 2026 internal audit and OIG oversight activities create a near-term compliance driver, while cooperative purchasing vehicles already in place can accelerate procurement timelines. Addressing these gaps now reduces liability exposure, strengthens continuity of care for vulnerable populations, and aligns with active emergency readiness mandates.
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Discuss this project →Fleet & Vehicle Modernization for Health Services Operations
Fleet Management · Public Health Operations
High Priority
About this project
HHSC and the Health and Specialty Care System have an active, budget-approved initiative to replace and modernize a large mixed vehicle fleet. Current gaps in fleet visibility and collision-liability exposure present operational and risk management concerns across the agency's service delivery footprint.
The opportunity
With funding already approved and procurement channels established through cooperative purchasing agreements, this initiative is positioned to move forward within the current fiscal cycle. Acting now reduces liability exposure and strengthens continuity of health services transportation across the agency.
Sourcewell
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