Digital Government

Army launches app store prototype

New marketplace has small number of apps for now, more to come.

Cybersecurity

Billions in FEMA grants still unspent

Congressional hearing probes the reasons why state and local governments aren't spending the federal money they've been given.

Digital Government

Security-Cleared IT Pros Earn Top Dollar

People

Bill could require online posting of financial data for many federal leaders

If approved, the STOCK Act would require nearly 30,000 federal officials to post their financial disclosure forms.

Cybersecurity

DARPA's advice on passwords: Dump 'em.

The agency's Active Authentication program would use behaviorial traits rather than passwords.

Acquisition

Army closes ITES hardware contract to non-Army buyers

ITES-2H becomes Army only vehicle so its life can be extended until a new award is made.

Modernization

EPA puts mobile first under new policy

Federal Computer Week

Digital Government

Snails of War

New York Times

Cybersecurity

High cyber staff turnover rate is good for government, DARPA chief says

The Pentagon should replace cyber scientists every three to five years to keep skills fresh.

Acquisition

DOJ moving forward on disputed contract: report

Department is re-evaluating whether the contractor gave the taxpayers the best value, as advised by GAO.