Governments employ information technology and increasingly e-Government to conduct daily operations and to interface with their citizens. Operations must be conducted securely and with an assurance that information is accurate and protected from unauthorized disclosure to protect the privacy of citizens. Governments must also ensure the safety and security of its citizens, and information technology can aid in this arena. This mini-track examines the security of information technology used by governments and critical infrastructures and explores ways that IT can enhance the ability of governments to ensure the safety and security of its citizens.