Shelby Larkin

The 405d.hhs.gov website is the official online platform for the 405(d) Program, an initiative led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in collaboration with public and private sector experts to improve cybersecurity across the healthcare and public health sector. The site serves as a centralized hub for vetted cybersecurity resources, including tools, publications, training materials, webinars, and awareness content designed to help healthcare organizations strengthen their security posture.

In addition to serving as a resource repository, the platform supports initiatives such as the Health Industry Cybersecurity Practices (HICP) by translating complex cybersecurity threats into practical, accessible guidance for organizations of all sizes. The content is structured to promote consistent, industry-aligned best practices and to drive awareness and adoption of secure behaviors across the healthcare ecosystem.

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The creation and ongoing maintenance of the website required extensive project management and graphic design efforts. This included coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders and subject matter experts to gather requirements, align on content strategy, and ensure technical accuracy. From a project management perspective, the effort involved managing multiple concurrent workstreams, overseeing timelines and deliverables, maintaining version control, and establishing content governance processes to support continuous updates and new releases.

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From a design perspective, the platform required the development of cohesive visual systems to support a wide range of content types, including infographics, presentations, downloadable resources, and digital assets. This involved establishing brand consistency, designing templates and style systems, and translating complex technical information into clear, engaging visual narratives. Accessibility standards (Section 508), usability, and clarity were key considerations in ensuring the site effectively communicates with diverse audiences while maintaining a consistent and professional user experience.

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Overall, the website functions as both a comprehensive cybersecurity resource center and a sustained, multi-workstream program that integrates strategic project management with disciplined graphic design and content development to deliver clear, impactful communications to the healthcare sector.