The text discusses the importance of a unified data access layer in implementing a Zero Trust architecture, emphasizing the need to see across the entire security environment and eliminate data silos, ultimately speeding up Zero Trust adoption and lowering implementation costs for government agencies. It references CISA's Zero Trust Maturity Model Version 2.0 as a gradual approach for U
S. government agencies, focusing on leveraging existing tools and assets. It highlights the benefits of connecting and operationalizing CISA's Zero Trust pillars using a unified data access layer, which can enhance security, reduce silos, and improve visibility across the security ecosystem. ```https://www.bankinfosecurity.com/whitepapers/does-your-zero-trust-strategy-have-unified-data-access-layer-w-13692