Modernization
Administration looks to attract venture capital to gov contracting
Officials are reviewing the procurement process to encourage startup companies to pitch innovative ideas, says federal CTO.
Digital Government
Defense launches campaign and Web site to destigmatize traumatic stress
The developers of the Real Warriors site aim to show how troops can seek help for illnesses such as post-traumatic stress disorder without jeopardizing their military careers.
Digital Government
Senate directs Defense to track soldiers injured by explosions
System will follow those hurt by blasts as a way to identify and diagnose those who may develop complications, including psychological disorders, years later.
Modernization
Federal officials say shift to cloud computing is inevitable
Strategy will help agencies save money in the face of escalating IT maintenance costs.
Modernization
Delayed launches of communications satellites threatens troops
Some systems combat troops in Iraq and Afghanistan rely on are failing, and replacements are months away.
Digital Government
Federal CIO plots path to transparency
Vivek Kundra says the power of technology can transform government.
Cybersecurity
Defense networks breach reveals weaknesses in federal info security
Pentagon employee is accused of giving a Chinese government operative classified information.
Cybersecurity
More money and staff a must for DHS to take lead role for cybersecurity
Homeland Security has only about a third of the resources needed to oversee the security of civilian networks; NSA could continue to be a dominate player.
Cybersecurity
Deloitte says acquisition will expand an already fast-growing practice
BearingPoint purchase will add business in cybersecurity and systems designed to increase the transparency of financial markets, officials say
Digital Government
Single Web site key for vets' combined medical, benefits record
Baker, VA's CIO appointee, tells Senate panel that more can be done to support vets, but "the road ahead is unlikely to be incident free."
Modernization
Budget boosts spending on Defense communications
Pentagon scales back Future Combat and Tactical Satellite systems.
Cybersecurity
NSA director calls for a cyberspace Monroe Doctrine
Proposal could be simplistic "chest beating," or an indication of how serious the United States is about defending its networks.
Cybersecurity
Agencies still fail to take steps to secure information systems
Lack of comprehensive programs to protect data blamed for vulnerabilities.
Cybersecurity
Industry: protecting cyberspace calls for financial incentives
Excessive oversight stifles public-private collaboration to protect networks, lawmakers told.
Digital Government
Defense's 'top doc' and e-record proponent makes his last rounds
Dr. Casscells, assigned the task to improve care at the maligned Walter Reed Army Medical Center, focused on patients and the network that supports them.
Cybersecurity
Bill would toughen security requirements over current law
A new White House cyberspace director would measure how well agencies patch systems for known viruses, malware and other security vulnerabilities.
Digital Government
Defense investigators raid health imaging contractor's offices
Search could be related to a lawsuit filed by a former employee alleging misrepresentation of discounts to commercial customers.
Cybersecurity