Protecting the Nation’s Financial Nerve Center from AI Threats: Part Two
As AI adoption accelerates, agencies must move beyond traditional cybersecurity and establish enterprise AI security capabilities. This post outlines what a modern AI security approach looks like, how it reduces risk and supports mission outcomes, and how Makpar helps agencies secure AI systems at scale. Federal agencies are moving quickly to integrate AI into mission-critical […]
Protecting the Nation’s Financial Nerve Center from AI Threats: Part One
As federal agencies accelerate AI adoption, the IRS faces unique risks due to its scale, global data dependencies, and role in financial integrity. This post explores why AI introduces new vulnerabilities, why traditional cybersecurity approaches fall short, and why identity and data governance are critical to protecting taxpayer systems and trust. Federal agencies are rapidly adopting AI […]
OrangeSlices AI: The Next Phase of Federal IT Transformation Will Be Enterprise Consolidation
Federal IT modernization has delivered meaningful progress over the past decade, from cloud adoption to stronger cybersecurity and expanded digital services. However, as Asad Khan, Makpar’s Vice President of Innovation, outlines in a recent OrangeSlices AI guest article, the next phase of transformation will not be about adding more tools. It will be about consolidating what already […]
When Identity Doesn’t Fail: How High-Availability ICAM Supports the IRS During Filing Season
For the IRS, tax filing season is the ultimate test of digital infrastructure. Millions of taxpayers access systems simultaneously, transactions surge, and the margin for disruption disappears. In this environment, even minor system issues can impact service delivery, delay returns, and erode public trust. That is why identity is not just a security layer but […]
From eAuthentication to SADI: Why End-to-End Identity Modernization Is the Next Imperative for Government
Federal agencies have made meaningful progress in modernizing digital services, yet identity remains one of the most fragmented and high-risk areas across government. Disconnected authentication systems, inconsistent access controls, and siloed efforts continue to create friction and increase exposure. As AI accelerates automation, decision-making, and system interoperability, these gaps not only slow progress but also […]
DC Journal: Commercial First Is Not “Commercial Only”
Federal agencies are increasingly turning to commercial platforms to accelerate modernization and reduce the need for costly custom development. However, as Makpar President Kaamil Khan explains in a recent guest article in DC Journal, adopting commercial technology is only part of the equation. The real challenge lies in turning those platforms into mission-ready systems that operate […]
Women’s History Month: Celebrating Leadership and Impact at Makpar
Each March, Women’s History Month celebrates the achievements and leadership of women while also honoring the generations who fought to expand women’s rights in the United States. What began in the early 20th century as a grassroots effort to recognize women’s roles in shaping history and advancing equality has grown into a national opportunity to reflect on both […]
The “War on Fraud” Starts with Digital Identity
In his February 2026 State of the Union address, President Trump declared a renewed “war on fraud,” signaling a heightened federal focus on preventing improper payments and strengthening oversight across government programs. Fraud prevention has long been a priority in federal agencies, but the renewed emphasis reinforces a growing reality, which is that modern fraud is […]
IT Consolidation Is the Next Frontier of Federal Modernization
Federal IT modernization has entered a new phase. For years, agencies have focused on cloud migration, cybersecurity compliance, digital service expansion, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. While those investments are necessary, many agencies still operate fragmented environments built over decades of program-level decisions. Findings from a 2025 GAO report found that consolidating duplicative IT systems across […]
A 15-Year Partnership in Service of the IRS Mission
For more than 15 years, Makpar has worked side-by-side with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), supporting critical modernization efforts that directly impact taxpayers across the country. In a current federal environment defined by shifting leadership priorities, evolving policy directives, and changing budget landscapes, consistency matters. As such, Makpar has remained a steady, trusted partner at […]