People
DOD personnel now subject to 'continuous vetting'
Defense and military personnel are now a part of an automated "continuous vetting" program that will flag concerning behavior or circumstances as part of the security clearance process.
Cybersecurity
DOJ to Hit Government Contractors with ‘Very Hefty Fines’ If They Fail to Disclose Data Breaches
Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco promised to use an existing law to go after contractors that don't follow required cybersecurity standards.
Cybersecurity
DHS adds cyber requirements for transportation industry
The Transportation Security Agency and the Coast Guard are getting increased authority over industry cybersecurity.
Artificial Intelligence
Senate Bill Would Require New Metrics to Fuse Artificial Intelligence Across the U.S. Defense Landscape
It would fulfill a recent recommendation from the National Security Commission on AI.
Ideas
Most Vaccine-Hesitant People Remain Willing to Change Their Minds
A new study shows people's views are not set in stone. The director of the National Institutes of Health explains.
People
Feds could see relief as Public Service Loan Forgiveness gets a reboot
The program, meant to wipe the student debt of eligible public servants, has rejected the vast majority of applications it's received.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: October 6, 2021
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Ideas
Why Improvisation Is the Future in an AI-Dominated World
Which human activities will survive the rise of intelligent machines?
Cybersecurity
Deputy National Security Adviser Lays Out Goals for Upcoming 30 Nation Meeting on Ransomware
Top cyber officials highlighted the importance of defensive measures as lawmakers move on related initiatives, including a bill to identify systemically important critical infrastructure.
Acquisition
Nominee to lead USAF acquisition names software, IT as top priorities
Improving how the service acquires software and IT systems, while making DevSecOps the norm ranks among the top priorities for Andrew Hunter, the White House nominee to be assistant secretary of the Air Force for acquisition, technology and logistics.
Digital Government
The Latest on Agencies’ Return-to-Office Plans
A look at agencies’ various approaches to getting employees back to their worksites; this list will be updated periodically.
Emerging Tech
America’s First Exascale Supercomputer Is ‘On Track’ for 2021 Deployment
Next-gen systems like it are expected to drive unprecedented innovation.
Ideas
Intentionally Creating a Culture that Prioritizes Customer Experience
Culture begins to shift when new behaviors are established that generate meaningful results, and wins are loudly, publicly celebrated.
People
IRS solidifies relationship with management group
The IRS and the Professional Managers Association have reached a final consultative agreement to keep agency managers in the loop about agency decisions.
Acquisition
TMF awards still come with payback plans
Federal CIO Clare Martorana said that while payback flexibility is now part of the Technology Management Fund playbook, agencies are projecting savings in their modernization plans.
Digital Government
Students Can Now Earn up to $72,000 Annually, Federal HR Director Says
OPM Director Kiran Ahuja said the federal government is looking to overhaul internships, telling students “we need more of you and your colleagues coming into the federal government.”
People
Earning trust from others -- a CIA veteran's suggestions
Steve Kelman turns to an unusual source for IT leadership lessons.
Digital Government