Texas Agencies Have a Cybersecurity Mandate. We're a Texas Company That Can Help.
ByStorm Software is headquartered in Magnolia, Texas. FileSure directly addresses the file system security requirements that HB 150 creates for state agencies — including protection for the legacy systems that can't be replaced.
What Texas HB 150 Requires
House Bill 150, passed by the 88th Texas Legislature in 2023, established the Texas Cyber Command at UT San Antonio and significantly expanded cybersecurity requirements for Texas state agencies.
The practical effect for agency IT departments: stronger defensive capabilities are required, with particular focus on protecting against nation-state threats and securing systems that handle sensitive citizen data.
For many agencies, the most difficult part of compliance isn't the modern systems — it's the legacy infrastructure that still runs essential functions but lacks modern security capabilities.
The Legacy System Problem
Texas state agencies, like government organizations everywhere, operate critical systems that can't simply be upgraded or replaced. Custom applications, specialized databases, and mission-critical infrastructure that works exactly as intended — on operating system versions that modern security tools often won't support.
These systems aren't neglected. They're doing important work. They just weren't built for the current threat environment, and they can't easily be changed.
FileSure protects them as they are. It runs on the Windows versions your agency has, enforces file security policies at the kernel level, and provides the audit trails that compliance frameworks require — without requiring any system upgrades.
What FileSure Does for Texas Agencies
Ransomware Prevention
Block unauthorized executables from being written to agency systems. Ransomware groups that target government infrastructure are stopped at the file system level, before anything executes.
Citizen Data Protection
Access controls ensure that only authorized applications can read files containing citizen data. Every access is logged. Your compliance documentation is always current.
FISMA-Aligned Continuous Monitoring
Real-time audit trails and access controls that satisfy federal continuous monitoring requirements applicable to state agencies receiving federal funding.
Legacy System Coverage
Full protection for specialized systems on older Windows versions that modern endpoint tools won't run on. If your agency depends on it, FileSure can protect it.
Texas Resident Bidder Advantage
ByStorm Software LLC is headquartered in Magnolia, Texas and qualifies as a Texas resident bidder under Texas Government Code 2252.002.
For competitive procurements where resident bidder preference applies, this may provide a pricing advantage over out-of-state vendors offering equivalent products.
We're familiar with the Texas DIR procurement process and can work within state contracting vehicles where applicable. Contact us to discuss procurement options for your agency.
Contact Us
For Texas state agency inquiries
ByStorm Software LLC
6315-B FM 1488 #264
Magnolia, Texas 77354
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