CISA's Logging Reference Architecture for OMB M-26-14: What federal agencies should do next

CISA’s new Logging Reference Architecture (LRA) provides federal agencies with the implementation guidance necessary to meet the enterprise logging requirements established by OMB M-26-14. The guidance shifts focus from mere tool deployment to outcome-based readiness, emphasizing searchable data storage, AI integration, and alignment with Zero Trust principles. To comply, agencies must submit a strategic logging plan by November 2026 and work toward meeting progressively higher maturity levels through July 2027.