Cybersecurity
NDU cyber threat workshop receives top honors from DOD
National Defense University's iCollege workshop convened members of the international cyber community to discuss, tackle top global threats.
People
Obama signs appropriations bill
Government agencies are no longer working on short-term continuing resolutions.
Modernization
FCC launches website to create personalized dashboards
The Federal Communications Commission is deploying an example of an open API website that follows a vision promulgated by Federal CIO Steven VanRoekel.
Cybersecurity
Don't blame contractors solely for poor security
Security for IT systems is too complex to lay on any one set of shoulders, expert warns.
Acquisition
OMB wants small purchases going to small firms
The Small Business Jobs Act requires an analysis of small-business participation in governmentwide commercial purchase card micro-purchases.
Cybersecurity
Step up Social Security number protection, OIG says
While the number of replacement Social Security cards has decreased, the number of less-secure printouts SSA distributes has increased, auditors find.
Acquisition
OFPP wants agencies tracking details on service contracts
Officials want to have a way to check on the contractor-to-federal employee ratio.
Modernization
VA mulls moving telecomm to the cloud
The Veterans Affairs Department is asking for industry input on the feasibility of ditching its PBX in favor of cloud-based telephony.
Cybersecurity
Border Protection Commissioner resigns
Customs and Border Protection Commission Alan Bersin, never confirmed by the Senate, is resiging Dec. 30.
Digital Government
Cybersecurity expert Richard Clarke lands new gig
Former presidential adviser Richard A. Clarke joins security firm Identive Group.
Digital Government