Cybersecurity
Cyber Command nominee lays out rules of engagement
The nominee to head the Defense Department's new Cyber Command outlines how the command could respond to different cyberattack scenarios.
Digital Government
House members seek parity for behavioral health electronic records
Lawmakers offer legislation to help mental health professionals buy health IT systems.
Cybersecurity
TSA contractors performed government-only work, IG concludes
TSA allowed contractors to review invoices for other contractors in apparent violation of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, according to a new report from the Homeland Security Department inspector general's office.
Modernization
Obama names his pick for U.S. public printer
The public printer leads the Government Printing Office, which has moved to its Federal Digital System to send out information.
Digital Government
Bill to probe FOIA delays clears Senate Judiciary
Plan would set up commission to explore reasons for sidetracked requests.
Digital Government
Military's technological might is slipping, Navy under secretary says
Government Computer News
Modernization
Consultants: Government is thirsty for foreign tech expertise
One caveat is small businesses based overseas must set up U.S. branches to qualify for such perks as set-aside contracts.
Digital Government
Failure to produce results puts IT projects on the chopping block
The Obama administration has cut funding for the modernization of some programs, based on performance.
Digital Government
Defense to use systems to share threat information from personnel
To prevent future violent outbursts such as the shootings at Fort Hood, department will rely on networks used by law enforcement agencies to exchange data on workers.
Digital Government
SSA turns to online apps to keep up with boomer claims
An aging workforce, retiring baby boomers and a poor economy are forcing SSA to innovate with new technology to keep up with the demand, the agency's commissioner tells a House subcommittee.
Digital Government
A New Core Competency
Dr. David Blumenthal, the national coordinator for health information technology, has a lot of confidence in the future of his field. But he also acknowledges that since health IT workers will be in high demand as medical professionals adopt new systems, it will take time to for the workforce to match the pace of IT development.
Ideas
IRS E-file Overhaul Triggers Errors
A $574 million program to overhaul the IRS' existing method for electronically collecting tax returns is supposed to provide instant processing capabilities and improved error detection, but the system is erroneously rejecting returns, according to report released Thursday, tax day, by a Treasury watchdog.
Cybersecurity
What'd You Learn in School Today?
Sharing. This key kindergarten lesson has many real-life applications, including a few in cyberspace. Collaboration and teamwork are the keys to effective cybersecurity programs, according to Homeland Security Department officials.
Digital Government