People
Energy IG finds flaws in DOE IT security
The weaknesses affect systems that store classified national security information, an audit has found.
People
New OPM rule will let agencies refine areas for job cuts
The Office of Personnel Management states rule change will settle inconsistencies in existing reduction in force regulations as agencies move some employees to other pay systems.
Digital Government
McCain offers technology plan
The presumptive Republican nominee calls for more government information to be made available online and increased Internet access.
Acquisition
GSA continues Mobile Armor probe
Procurement observers wonder why the General Services Administration is not acting quickly.
People
Contractors play big Iraq role
Congressional Budget Office report shows that reduction in military in Iraq leads to increased dependency on contractors.
People
Tracking a cyberattack
During the conflict between Russia and the former Soviet Republic of Georgia, attacks were launched against Georgia’s Internet infrastructure by unidentified attackers.
People
Air Force reconsiders cyber unit
Air Force officials are interested in creating a Cyber Command because cyberspace and space-based capabilities allow the military to conduct global operations.
People
Bill would kill rule on women-owned business
A controversial proposal from the Small Business Administration has upset members of Congress because of its limited scope.
Digital Government
FCW's The Week
Find links to articles in the Aug. 18, 2008, issue and related items.
People
2008 Rising Star award program judges
Ten judges from government and industry backgrounds rendered an invaluable service in selecting our winners.
People
Rising Star: Michelle Walker
Walker worked on an analysis that provided a framework for future business process improvements.
People
Rising Star: Richard von Bostel
Von Bostel, the Justice Department’s chief enterprise architect, has proven his ability to work effectively with many officials.
Digital Government
Rising Star: Dennis Papula
Papula's skills contributed to improvements that increased the GSA’s Exhibit 300 scores.
People
Rising Star: Kimberly Lyimo
Lyimo, chief of portfolio-related services at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, started assessing ATF’s unfunded, mission-critical information technology portfolio.
Digital Government
Rising Star: Mark Lee
Lee has been working long hours on a project to better track contract modifications.
People
Rising Star: David Lee
Lee's consolidated, online training program for 425 IT support workers.
Digital Government
Rising Star: James Jones
Jones' rare combination of skills makes him a strong member at the Interior Department.
Modernization
Rising Star: Capt. Shaun Baker
Baker used new tools rather than relying on the traditional methods on computer networks.
People