Cybersecurity
DHS official: Cyber attacks against infrastructure on the rise
Schaffer said the government is tracking more and more cyber attacks.
Cybersecurity
GSA switch to cloud-based e-mail sparks security debate
Possibility that information could be hosted on foreign-based servers causes concern.
Modernization
White House set to complete security standards for cloud computing services next year
Federal CIO Vivek Kundra says administration will wrap up talks with industry in January, and finalize guidance for government within six months.
Cybersecurity
Watchdog cites gaps in security of wireless devices
Computers simultaneously hooked up to agency wired networks and insecure wireless networks are a particular risk, GAO finds.
Digital Government
New leader of traumatic brain injury center brings combat experience to job
Navy Capt. Paul Hammer, a psychiatrist, has served two tours in Iraq.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity expert: Stuxnet attack wasn't 'game-changing'
Threats to computer networks are evolving, but there haven't been any 'completely surprising' developments, Adam Meyers says.
Digital Government
Navy taps career cyber expert for CIO job
Terry Halvorsen, former deputy commander of cyber forces, becomes new information chief today.
Modernization
OMB plan to streamline IT purchasing wins praise but faces headwinds
House Republicans and appropriations players could resist effort to align federal technology refreshment with funding cycle.
Digital Government
Defense taps Navy psychiatrist to head traumatic brain injury center
Capt. Paul Hammer is the fourth director in three years of centers dedicated to treating wounds of war.
Cybersecurity
Debate swirls on overhauling cybersecurity certifications
Trade group finds existing programs are adequate, but think tank recommends creating an entity to administer credentials in specialty areas.
Modernization
Gates: Robots are next hot health technology
Microsoft chairman also touts potential of mobile devices to improve medical, banking systems.
Digital Government
Baghdad hospital to get version of VA electronic health records software
Developer says application will help Iraqi providers focus on patient care rather than on billing.
Cybersecurity
Detaching IT security officers would harm cybersecurity, CIOs warn
Proponents back legislation to give chief information security officers autonomy to better enforce federal network security management.
Digital Government
Obama advances nanotechnology for agencies, industry
White House seeks feedback on strategy for moving manufacturers toward miniaturizing electronics to streamline intelligence gathering.
Cybersecurity
House Oversight Committee set for major re-emergence
Obama tormenter Rep. Darrell Issa is poised to chair powerful committee if GOP wins the House.
Cybersecurity
Government taps an uneasy alliance with hackers
Agencies turn to the computer underworld for help shoring up their cyber defenses.
Digital Government