Information Technology has become pervasive in all aspects of our lives. Governments have also embraced IT to interface with citizens in a more efficient manner. Security issues have risen to the forefront as a result of data disclosures and identity theft incidents discussed in mainstream media.  Other issues include intellectual property theft and criminal acts involving computers. This minitrack examines the security of information technology used by governments and critical infrastructures and explores ways that IT can enhance the ability of governments to ensure the safety and security of its citizens.

Topics and research areas include, but are not limited to:

1. -   Systems for governments to respond to security events
   

2. -    Protection of Critical Infrastructures
   

3. -    Information Assurance and Trusted Computing
   

4. -    Security Related Information Sharing
   

5. -    Information Warfare
   

6. -    Incident Response
   

7. -    Digital Forensics
   

8. -    Privacy and Freedom of Information
   

9. -    Laws and Regulation of IT Security
   

10. -    Government Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
    

11. -    Case Reports Related to Security Experiences Within Government