Cybersecurity

White House rejects terrorism-related cyberwar provisions in House bill

Administration officials say military operations in cyberspace are vital to national security, but worry about proposed law's language.

Digital Government

Tech Skills in Short Supply

Digital Government

Administration questions military role in cyberspace

The Obama administration objects to legislation that would authorize clandestine operations in cyberspace.

Acquisition

Some contractors owed taxes before getting stimulus infusion, GAO finds

The Government Accountability Office reviewed 80,000 contractors that got economic stimulus law funding and found that at least 3,700 owe unpaid federal taxes.

Digital Government

Meet the Twitternator: White House social media guru's theatrical entrance

The White House's new director of social media rapid response started the week with a tweet featuring a startling image.

Modernization

Army overhauls network strategy

The Army must have a network that is flexible enough to meet constantly changing requirements and emerging technologies, officials say.

Cybersecurity

Sen. Collins warns against cybersecurity 'road map' for US enemies

A key senator says a part of the White House's plan for cybersecurity legislation could expose key infrastructure to attack.

Digital Government

OMB to cut two transparency programs, suspend others

Move comes after the e-gov transparency fund was slashed 75 percent in April negotiations to avert a government shutdown.