Smart cities connect infrastructure, transportation, energy, and public services through advanced technology for greater efficiency and convenience. But as connectivity grows, so do risks—from cyberattacks and data breaches to power outages and natural disasters. Ensuring resilience and continuity in smart cities is critical to protect citizens and maintain essential services.

As cyber threats grow more sophisticated and the nation’s critical systems become increasingly interconnected, traditional data architectures are no longer enough to keep operations secure or resilient. The recent rise of advanced persistent threats, including adversaries such as Volt Typhoon, underscores how adversaries can exploit centralized networks and trusted administrative tools to infiltrate infrastructure that underpins national security, logistics and commerce. To meet this...