The Influence of Cutting-Edge Technologies on Cybersecurity in Contemporary Public Governance and Management

Abstract

Introduction: This research is relevant because it needs to study the impact of innovative technologies on cybersecurity in modern public administration. With the constant development of the digital environment and the increase in cybersecurity threats, maintaining information security becomes a critical task for public institutions.

Objectives: The research aims to analyse and systematise data regarding the impact of innovative technologies on cybersecurity in modern public administration.

Methods: In the course of this research, the method of expert analysis was used to assess the impact of innovative technologies on cybersecurity in public administration. Based on the results of a survey of academic experts in the field of public administration (8 persons) and IT specialists (7 persons), a correlation analysis was conducted between the assessments of the level of cyber protection and the significance of innovative technologies for ensuring cybersecurity.

Results: According to the results of the correlation analysis, a significant degree of correlation with current cybersecurity challenges was found between blockchain technologies and the implementation of remote work (r=0.77 at p<0.05), biometric systems and the shortage of qualified specialists (r=-0.86 at p<0.05), as well as the Internet of Things and the transition to remote work (r=0.93 at p<0.05).

Conclusions: The expert survey results showed that academic experts in public administration (Group 1) focus on adapting national security policies, developing complex cyberattack methods, and needing a systematic approach to digital literacy. At the same time, IT experts (Group 2) emphasise the need to prevent the negative consequences of using cryptocurrencies in financial pyramids and the low level of users’ knowledge of basic cybersecurity principles.