Welcome to DOTGOV.OMAG
OMAG is dedicated to helping municipal municipalities enhance their cybersecurity by facilitating the acquisition of professional email services, a secure website, and comprehensive email security training. These measures not only bolster the municipalities' online presence but also significantly improve their overall cyber resilience, ensuring a safer and more secure digital environment for their operations and communications.
OMAG is committed to enhancing cybersecurity for its member cities and towns by providing access to professional email systems, secure websites, and a comprehensive Cybersecurity Awareness Training platform. Partnering with the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) through the Oklahoma Office of Homeland Security, OMAG offers these vital services for the first year to municipalities currently relying on free, insecure, and unprotected email services like Yahoo, Gmail, or local Internet Service Provider email services.
If you represent an OMAG member municipality, particularly in a small, rural, or economically disadvantaged community, and are interested in obtaining secure .gov email, website services, and cybersecurity training, fill out the form on this page today!
Are You Interested?
Click the button below to let us know you’re interested! You’ll be entered into our Grants tracking system and will receive further instructions.
.GOV Registration
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A .gov domain is a trusted and official top-level domain used exclusively by government entities in the United States. Having a .gov domain adds a level of credibility and trustworthiness to the municipality's online presence.
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OMAG will walk you through the process of registering a .GOV domain through the Federal Government. This typically involves providing proof of the municipality's legitimacy and official status, including legal documentation and verification of government affiliation. Once approved, you'll receive the .gov domain, which can then be seamlessly integrated with Microsoft 365 email and a professional website.
Professional Email
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Moving municipal email services to a professional platform like Microsoft Office 365 brings numerous benefits. It offers robust email security features, data protection, and compliance tools, ensuring that sensitive government information remains confidential and secure. Office 365 also provides reliable email services with minimal downtime, ensuring that critical communications are never disrupted.
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Having a .gov email address, hosted by Microsoft, for municipal cities is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, it lends an air of authenticity and professionalism to the communication between local government officials and residents, local businesses, and other stakeholders.
Secondly, it’s more secure. A significant portion of OMAG’s email cyber claims come from free, personal email services such as Yahoo or Gmail.
Third, to use a .Gov domain, you must have a paid for service, and OMAG recommends Microsoft’s solution (it’s what we use!), as it helps you become compliant with Oklahoma open records requirements and other applicable laws.
Web Design & Creation
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A website is the digital face of a municipal city, providing residents and visitors with a centralized and easily accessible source of information and services. A well-designed and maintained website enhances transparency, fosters civic engagement, and showcases the city's commitment to modernization and efficient service delivery, ultimately contributing to a positive and lasting impression.
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As part of the process of registering for a .gov domain, OMAG will recommend that you let us build you a professional website, using a platform called Squarespace. This will be a collaborative effort between the municipality and OMAG, to ensure that the end product fits your needs and wants.
Cybersecurity Awareness
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OMAG recommends a Security Awareness Training tool, which simulates phishing and infected emails to train staff and inform leadership of security risks.
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As part of the grant, OMAG will pay for the first year of awareness training for your city or town.
The benefits of having an enterprise email, professional website, cybersecurity training, and a .gov domain:
Credibility Boost
Security Assurance
Trustworthy Identity
Enhance Communication
Professional Image
Municipality Commitment
Starting in year two and beyond, municipalities participating in the OMAG SLCGP Cybersecurity Awareness Grant will need to cover ongoing costs associated with the program. These costs can be calculated based on the number of staff using the provided calculator, ensuring accurate budgeting and financial planning. It's important to note that participation in the Cybersecurity Awareness Training is a mandatory requirement to be eligible for this grant, emphasizing the program's commitment to enhancing cybersecurity resilience across municipalities.
If you have any questions or need a detailed cost breakdown, please reach out to OMAG. Our team is ready to assist you and provide all the necessary information.
Contact us at (405) 657-1400 for comprehensive support and guidance.
I’M INTERESTED, WHAT NOW?
Fill out the form and someone from OMAG will be in contact to discuss what you would like for your municipality.
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File for the .gov with the official DotGov request site. OMAG will assist in this process.
Have your governing body accept consent to have OMAG operate on your behalf, including for the grant
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Website Available Templates
We understand the diverse needs and unique character of each municipality. That's why we offer a range of customizable templates to help local governments create a digital presence that truly reflects their identity. Our templates, while readily available, are by no means rigid. They serve as a starting point, which can be effortlessly altered to perfectly fit the individual needs, aesthetics, and functionalities of your city or town. Whether it's the layout, color scheme, or specific features like event calendars or the latest news blogs, our templates can be easily modified to ensure your website accurately represents your community's vision and requirements. With our adaptable templates, you can showcase the strengths, initiatives, and distinctiveness of your city or town, fostering better connectivity with residents and promoting efficient governance.
Template 1 is clean and friendly. It is minimalistic and only focuses on the important details. It features a rotating banner that can be customized to show any information you would like.
Template 1
Template 2 is a little more dynamic and information-heavy. It can be customized to display any information or images you want in the first two boxes. The focus on information is key.
Template 2
Template 3 features a full-screen rotating video banner as the welcome for your website. This creates an inviting atmosphere for people to experience your city or town.
Template 3
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I have to change my email address?
Answer: Yes, but we and our partners can assist you with setting up forwarding, automatic responses, and even copying your email into the new system. Citizens and your contacts will be informed about the change when they email your old address and notified about the new email.
Q: We already have a website, can you take it over for us?
Answer: Unfortunately, no, but we’re happy to help you setup the new one within our preferred platform that integrates hosting, administration, and design in one, easy-to-use system. If you’re not interested in the website option, we can still provide you the services around email, security, and the setup with your .GOV, and help your existing web host connect it to your existing site.
Q: We’re not really sure how we would pay for this in the second year.
Answer: OMAG, as your city’s cyber insurance provider, recommends that your municipality invest sufficient funds into Information Technology services that are sustainable, secure, and appropriate for running a city government. Free services designed for personal use only fail to support the city’s adherence with State law and put the city at risk from hackers and scammers. If the city is still unable to invest these funds, the Oklahoma Office of Homeland Security can consider funding Year 2.