Digital Government
Counterfeit hardware poses security risk
Counterfeit computer hardware poses a significant security risk to private corporations and the military.
Digital Government
Air Force blocks sites that provide WikiLeaks information
The Air Force blocks its personnel from accessing media sites publishing WikiLeaks material.
Cybersecurity
PIV card use about to be mandated
The White House is about to issue new enforcement rules for the use of high-tech identification cards for government employees and contractors.
Digital Government
IT fixes are needed before the next census, GAO says
The Census Bureau needs to fix some IT problems before the 2020 census that could cost as much as $30 billion, GAO says.
People
Senate passes bill giving boost to Federal Acquisition Institute
Upgrading the institute and making sure it has enough money will ultimately lead to more effective oversight of government contracting, the measure's backers say.
Digital Government
Effort to shore up Census count stalls in House
Chamber defeats a Senate-endorsed measure designed to reduce errors and cost overruns.
Digital Government
OPM seeks to clarify national security roles
Proposed rule would update standard for determining which jobs are considered national security positions.
Modernization