Cybersecurity

The story behind DOT's cyber makeover

CIO Richard McKinney says it started with the realization that staff considered cybersecurity measures to be "inconvenient."

People

JIE comes into focus under Halvorsen

After three months on the job, acting DOD CIO Terry Halvorsen is putting his stamp on leading Defense IT projects.

Emerging Tech

Why Can't the United States Build a High-Speed Rail System?

The problem isn't geography, demographics, or money—it's federal will.

Modernization

What Roat's move to DOT means for FedRAMP

Bottlenecks remain a concern, but observers expect a smooth transition.

Cybersecurity

Snowden: NSA Caused Massive Internet Blackout in Syria

In a new interview, the fugitive leaker claims the spy agency accidentally took down Syria’s Internet during its prolonged civil war.

Acquisition

Army hits reset button on intelligence-sharing system

The next phase of the $5 billion Distributed Common Ground System will likely be open to bidders in fiscal 2016.

Modernization

We're the government. Trust us.

As more citizen services move online, agencies are struggling to strike a balance between convenience and security with online identity proofing.

People

Sylvia Burns promoted to Interior CIO

The department’s new chief information officer had served as acting CIO since March.

Cybersecurity

Security breach at swanky Chicago Yacht Club

Entertainment // Illinois, United States

Modernization

Imitation is flattery: BlackBerry, Samsung emulate strategies to lure DOD clients

BlackBerry is still the incumbent in a sensitive market, but Samsung has invested in security to try to turn the tables.

Emerging Tech

Can You Profile a Suitcase? You Could Win a $15,000 Prize

To save time inspecting low-risk bags, TSA wants to link baggage tags with passengers’ personal data.