Commissioners split on hiring limited IT cybersecurity review; contract approved 2‑1

The Warrick County Board of Commissioners on May 11 approved a limited‑scope agreement for a $2,500 cybersecurity and IT review despite objections from one commissioner who said additional firms should be interviewed.

The contract would retain Advanced Network and Computer Services and consultant Mark Raleigh to perform a top‑level review of current IT design, time‑sensitive purchase decisions and cybersecurity posture. Commissioners were told Raleigh previously performed an evaluation but some recommended items had not been completed. “I’m not ready to approve anything yet,” one commissioner said, urging additional bids and more complete follow‑up on prior recommendations.

Proponents said the consultant is knowledgeable and that recent events made a quick assessment imperative. The board voted to approve the limited agreement in a 2‑1 vote (two commissioners voting yes, one opposed). The motion directs the consultant to deliver findings and recommendations to county leadership for any further procurement or remediation decisions.

No details about additional procurement beyond the review were authorized; county staff said they would bring recommended next steps back to the commissioners for approval.