President Trump’s March 20 Executive Order titled “Achieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness," is aimed at enhancing national security and infrastructure resilience through state and local preparedness. This is an incredible shift in emergency management doctrine and presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to redesign how we prepare for our greatest disasters.

The public sector job market stands on the brink of its most significant transition since 1968. For federal workers transitioning to the private sector, the competitive experience can be jarring. Alternatively, those pursuing roles in state or local government may face significantly reduced salaries. Enter Fractional Source.

Strong, effective government starts with good people. For state and local agencies, the individuals who serve in key roles are more than just employees—they are the stewards of public trust, the problem-solvers for communities, and the driving force behind meaningful change.

For state and local governments, cybersecurity threats are no longer hypothetical—they’re inevitable. The reality is that cyberattacks are happening more frequently, and no city, county, or agency is immune. Whether it’s ransomware locking up critical systems or phishing scams targeting employees, the risks are growing, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

In the normal course of business, even a well-planned staffing requirement takes time to fill. After all, hiring the right person is one of the most important thing leaders will do during their career. In the public sector, when we think of hiring the right person, that path can be especially difficult.