Cybersecurity
DOD moves to centralize security clearance disputes
The Defense Department issued new policy for those who have had their clearances revoked.
People
TSP savers withdrew $2.9 billion under CARES Act
By the end of the program, almost 120,000 Thrift Savings Plan participants used CARES Act withdrawals.
Cybersecurity
IG: DHS Lacks Effective Privacy Oversight
While the agency had six major privacy incidents, the privacy office fell short in numerous areas.
People
USAF chief looks to combat extremism in the ranks
To create a better environment for all service members, Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., the Air Force's chief of staff said leadership will have to lay out "what our expectations are for those who are to be a part of our force."
Cybersecurity
Biden taps campaign veteran for federal CISO job
Chris DeRusha, who led information security on the Biden campaign, is the federal government's new chief information security officer.
Cybersecurity
Biden’s Federal Chief Information Security Officer Brings Public and Private-Sector Experience
Chris DeRusha’s resume includes cybersecurity adviser roles at the White House, DHS and Ford Motor Company.
Digital Government
Seeking more civility on Facebook
Steve Kelman discusses his pursuit of a more constructive social network.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Jan. 26
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Policy
Biden Asks OSHA to Consider COVID-19 Workplace Safety Rules
A national order from OSHA would bring all states under the same rules, since even states with independent agencies must meet or exceed the federal standard.
Digital Government
Agencies Name Additional Biden Appointees with Tech Expertise
Federal departments continue to roll out their rosters of officials tapped by the new administration.
Digital Government
DIA Skips Warrants for U.S. Phone Location Data by Buying It in Bulk, Memo Says
A privacy expert called the disclosure “alarming.”
People
House Dems call on AG nominee to protect immigration judges' union
The chairs of the Committee on Oversight and Reform and the Subcommittee on Government Operations are asking Merrick Garland to protect immigration judges ability to unionize, which was invalidated by a labor authority last year.
People
OMB lays out new COVID health and safety guidelines for feds
New safety protocols have the potential to remake physical workspaces to promote distancing during the pandemic.
Digital Government
White House Directs Agencies to Revise Their Pandemic Plans
The “paramount concern is the health and safety of all federal employees, on-site contractors, and individuals interacting with the federal workforce,” OMB said.
Policy
Biden Orders Agencies to Buy More American-Made Products and Publicly Post Exemptions
The order seeks to close existing loopholes and creates a new oversight regime, including a GSA-hosted website to post waivers publicly.
Cybersecurity
CISA Shares Specs for Threat-Hunting Solution
The Cyberspace Solarium Commission is now pushing the Biden administration to require the same thing for companies serving the Defense Department.
Cybersecurity
Promoting an innovative workforce through DevSecOps
DevSecOps has the power to set a new standard for the way the DOD -- and the rest of the federal government -- executes work.
Modernization
Former Federal CIO on the Tech Challenges the Biden Administration Faces
Vivek Kundra joins the GovExec Daily podcast to discuss the future of public sector cloud computing.
Ideas