Ms.
Spencer has been involved in the Information Systems Security field for the
past 28 years.
Prior to her current
position, Ms. Spencer managed the Federal Information Security Infrastructure
Program, which sought information systems security solutions for internet-based
communications using public key technology.
This office was responsible for developing the ACES Program. In addition, Ms. Spencer was involved in the
efforts of the Federal sector to promote Critical Infrastructure Protection
across the Departments and Agencies. Towards
this end, Ms. Spencer led the transition of the Federal Computer Incident
Response Capability (FedCIRC) from a pilot to operational status and worked
with Federal agencies to build consensus for intrusion detection and incident
response to unauthorized electronic exploitation.
In June 2000, Ms. Spencer
was named to the Year 2000 Federal 100, sponsored by Federal Computer Week,
which recognizes the top 100 information technology professionals who have
had a profound impact of Federal IT Programs.
On January 2, 2001,
Ms. Spencer took over the duties of the Chair, Federal Public Key Infrastructure
Steering Committee, succeeding Mr. Richard Guida of the Treasury Department.
In this capacity, Ms. Spencer is responsible for building consensus
and promoting cross-cutting solutions involving strong authentication using
public key technology across the Federal government.