Digital Government
What the FBI vs. Apple Encryption Fight Is Really About
When software engineers at Apple designed the iPhone’s security features, they labored knowing that millions were relying on them to safeguard their privacy.
Cybersecurity
GOP candidates weigh in on the Apple court order
Republican presidential candidates put IT security front and center in a town hall event in the wake of a court order to Apple to help unlock a suspected terrorist's iPhone.
People
Next-generation IT talent is hard to find
Agencies are able to put business value on their IT operations, but without younger tech experts, that might not mean much.
Cybersecurity
IG details OPM contractor's security flaws
KeyPoint Government Solutions, which intruders used to hack the Office of Personnel Management, lacked a formal incident response plan and controls on unauthorized devices, according to the agency's IG.
Digital Government
NARA looks to lead on social media archiving
In seeking a social media archiving tool, the National Archives is setting an example for agencies in advance of 2019 governmentwide electronic records goals.
Modernization
DOD CIO weighs giving mil branches more leeway on enterprise services
The dialogue between Terry Halvorsen and his advisers on how much control of IT services they want to cede to the military branches and how much they want to retain continues to this day.
Digital Government
Who can supply a Postal Service analytics platform?
USPS is looking to industry for customizable off-the-shelf analytics platforms for massive datasets.
Digital Government
Top Spy Chief Answers Public's Most Burning Questions, Including One on Aliens
No FOIA request necessary.
Digital Government
Did NSA’s Terrorist-Hunting SKYNET Computer Target Innocents?
A new report suggests that the agency has been using a machine-learning program to identify potential terrorists, but thousands of Pakistanis may have been mislabeled.
Cybersecurity
These Perks Could Entice Hackers to Work for CYBERCOM. But does HR Know About Them?
The Senate Armed Services Committee is considering legislation to mandate that HR employees staffing the 6,200-person force be instructed on how to make a deal.
Cybersecurity
See Something Suspicious Online? Homeland Security Wants to Know About It
DHS is seeking just $1 million and one full-time employee to administer the new program.
Digital Government
Apple vs. the FBI
The company says it will fight an order that instructs it to provide “reasonable technical assistance” to unlock an iPhone that belonged to one of the San Bernardino attackers.
Modernization
Here’s Why the FBI Can’t Hack Into iPhones
It comes down to one setting, that anyone can turn on or off in seconds.
Cybersecurity
Why DOD cares about hospital network attacks
A senior Defense Department official calls for better technology and increased cooperation when it comes to hardening health IT equipment and preventing hacks into medical institutions.
Digital Government
This Los Angeles Hospital Has Been Paralyzed by Hackers
A cyberattack has left doctors locked out of patient records for more than a week. Unless the medical facility pays a ransom, it’s unclear that they'll get that information back.
Digital Government
DHS Official: US Digital Service Not Only a Fix-It Team
Beyond IT troubleshooting, USDS aims to change federal employees' approach to digital services, one member says.
Cybersecurity
Apple balks at court order to unlock San Bernardino shooter’s iPhone
A District Court judge has ordered Apple to help the FBI break into the iPhone of one of the San Bernardino shooters. Many technologists are up in arms, and Apple is not backing down.
Cybersecurity
Obama names picks for cyber commission
A presidential commission aimed at sizing up the nation's cybersecurity is getting a leader with government background and a vice chairman from industry.
Modernization
Pentagon moves on Windows upgrade
Defense Secretary Ash Carter's office is drafting an "executive action" letter that would help expedite DOD's transition to Windows 10.
Modernization