Digital Government
DARPA tries to know when to hold 'em
DARPA is opening the door for applicants to design solutions with the assumption that most systems and networks have already been compromised.
Modernization
5 smart choices in smart phones
We tested five new models, including one with 4G capabilities, and finds they have a lot for offer on-the-job users. Android phones come out on top.
Digital Government
GPO names acting management chief
Herb Jackson has been named the Government Printing Office's acting chief management officer. He replaces Janet Sansone, who is retiring.
People
Social media helps NRC combat brain drain
NRC has deployed professional networking tools to support online communities of interest that can “get the information that is needed to the right person” quickly and simply.
Modernization
5 ways to use social media for better emergency response
More people now use social media tools to report emergencies or call for help, and they expect government response agencies to be actively engaged in using the technology, too.
Cybersecurity
DHS restructures IT workforce
The Homeland Security Department is restructuring its workforce to achieve a more even balance between federal information technology personnel and contractors.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Costs Climb
Push to secure data and systems creates multibillion-dollar market for contractors.
Digital Government
CBP failed to follow basic security practices to protect financial systems
Administrators didn't review employees' rights to access files, enforce stringent password requirements, or block users from logging on after several failed attempts.
Cybersecurity
Scientists view cybersecurity as an intimidating conundrum
Former National Science Foundation executive says technical issues and the enormity of the task make securing the Internet and networks 'the most difficult challenge' for researchers.
Digital Government
Soundbytes: ATC Modernization, DISA and Long Commutes
A weekly roundup of comments from Nextgov.com. All comments are presented in their original, unedited form.
Digital Government
Technology designed to speed hiring often hinders the process, survey shows
HR specialists say incompatible systems and limited online tools make it difficult to match qualified candidates with jobs.
Digital Government
Agency aims to play matchmaker with new hiring tool
The national intelligence office is developing a site that would pair job applicants with suitable federal vacancies.
Digital Government