Cybersecurity

DOD info-sharing program to expand under order

As implementation of the president's cybersecurity executive order takes shape, critics say Congress must pass legislation if there is to be a significant improvement.

Digital Government

CIOs Are Traditional When it Comes to Interview Attire

Nearly half prefer suits to more casual attire.

People

Deloitte study: Mobile can help feds 'hit the reset button'

Agencies lag far behind the private sector in embracing mobile, but that means big productivity gains are still to be had.

Digital Government

House Oversight Chairman Questions $500 Million in IRS Tech Contracts

The vendor had a personal relationship with an IRS employee, Rep. Darrell Issa says.

Emerging Tech

White House Will Respond to Petition to Re-legalize Unlocking Cellphones

Petitioners are also sounding off about the Pentagon’s decision to give medals to drone pilots.

Acquisition

Silver lining for small businesses lies in OFPP request

While the recent attention to cost comparisons could lead to more insourcing, there's a subtext in the OFPP's position that could be good news for small firms.

Cybersecurity

China, its Hackers, and the American Media

What the Chinese hacking story tells us about the Sino-American relationship.

Emerging Tech

Google Will Finally Release a Device Apple Doesn't Make: A Touchscreen Laptop

The machine will be powered by the Chrome operating system.

Digital Government

The Robot Will See You Now

Are doctors necessary? Just how far might the automation of medicine go?

People

Linda Cureton: IT innovator plans her next mission

NASA’s departing CIO leaves a bold legacy — and some challenges for her successor.

Cybersecurity

The PLA, China Telecom and Huawei Golden Triangle

How many degrees of separation are there between the Chinese military and the global network equipment maker?

Acquisition

DOD unlikely to cancel contracts for savings

Option periods, new contracts more likely to feel the brunt of sequestration budget cuts, Pentagon controller says.

Digital Government

Responsible reporting on cybersecurity

The Conversation: Our responses to your questions and comments.

Digital Government

How will sequester affect congressional staff?

The Conversation: Our responses to your questions and comments.

Cybersecurity

Administration Bolsters Plans to Counter Cyber Spys

New strategy expands collaboration among agencies and with the private sector.

Digital Government

Astronauts on the ISS Have Trouble With Work-Life Balance, Too

The good news: Even astronauts feel like they don't have enough time. The bad: Even astronauts feel like they don't have enough time.

Digital Government

High Ranking Military Health System Folks May Seek VA CIO Job

Position is one of the most influential tech positions in government.