A former Obama administration official says creating an National Cyber Director won't smake the federal government a well-oiled cybersecurity machine, but it will put a crucial piece in place.

The push for creating a “national cyber director” is gaining fresh traction, with support from Republicans.

A cyber attaché being stationed with the host country’s counterparts provides quicker access to information that would otherwise be buried in a bureaucratic approval process.

In this op-ed, the leaders of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission assess that a strong offense does not convey the same deterrent in cyberspace as it does in nuclear or conventional war.

A final report, expected in March or April this year, might include some surprises for corporate leaders.