Cybersecurity
Former Federal CISO on the Importance of Following Through, Part 2
People are your greatest asset and your weakest link.
Modernization
As FedRAMP gains speed, true sharing still lags
New study finds that most authorized cloud services are used by just one or two agencies, but "the scope is widening."
Digital Government
Trump Fires FBI Director James Comey
A White House statement said he acted on the recommendation of the deputy attorney general and the attorney general.
Emerging Tech
Meet NASA's Newest Crew Member: Astrobee
It's a friendly little cube that will fly around the International Space Station.
Digital Government
Federal Spending Data is Due: Is Anyone Making Deadline?
Not all agencies are expected to meet a crucial deadline for financial transparency.
Cybersecurity
CYBERCOM Chief Defends Delay in Trump's Cyber Strategy
Trump missed a deadline to deliver the strategy within 90 days of taking office.
Artificial Intelligence
Father of the Internet: 'AI Stands for Artificial Idiot’
Vint Cerf has serious concerns about the military's use of the internet of things.
Modernization
Bill Would Mandate Mobile-Friendly Federal Websites
Federal agencies need to be able to reach Americans who only access the internet on their mobile devices, Rep. Robin Kelly said.
People
Wilson confirmed as Air Force secretary
The Senate confirmed Heather Wilson as the new secretary of the Air Force just days after the Trump administration's second nominee for Army secretary withdrew from consideration.
Cybersecurity
Rogers: 'cyber war' is here to stay
The head of U.S. Cyber Command told senators that the Trump administration is looking to speed up the tempo of cyber operations.
Ideas
This is the Best Way to Map a Great Citizen Experience
It's necessary to have an outside-in perspective, starting with citizens devising ways to respond to their needs and wants.
People
Census director resigns amid 2020 prep
As the Census Bureau stares down a critical and jam-packed 2017 schedule, Director John Thompson announced his retirement, effective June 30.
Modernization
DHS targets ID spoofing in tech solicitation
A DHS procurement program aimed at onboarding innovative companies is looking for solutions to ID spoofing problems.
Cybersecurity
What Federal Cyber Workers Think Would Improve Hiring
Agencies could improve cyber hiring by offering to sponsor certification and training programs, survey respondents say.
Acquisition
Note to the White House: Wall Street is watching
Concerns about the Trump administration's plans for the 2018 budget and slow pace of appointments are showing up in contractor earnings calls.
Cybersecurity
1 in 10 Data Breaches Discovered in 2016 Went Undetected for Over a Year
That’s according to the latest report on data breaches from Verizon’s security research division.
Digital Government
How I Went From Zero to San Francisco Software Engineer in 12 Months
"All you need to reach a competitive level in your field is time and dedication."
Digital Government
The US Air Force Wants to Remind You (and China) That its Secret Space Drone Is Back
The autonomous craft spent 718 days in space.
Cybersecurity