Cybersecurity
New bill looks to tighten cybersecurity waivers for civilian agencies
Two democratic lawmakers introduced legislation to increase oversight on waivers for cybersecurity measures at civilian agencies across the federal government.
People
NTEU looks for a 'fresh start' for federal employees under Biden
The union's blueprint for immediate action joins with NAPA's working group on the federal workforce in calling for the next director of OPM to abandon a regulation-heavy approach.
Ideas
Is Now the Time to Start Protecting Government Data from Quantum Hacking?
The key to creating quantum-resistant encryption is to get away from the core strength of computers, according to one expert.
Ideas
Mindful People Don't Seem to Cope with Stress Better
Study participants were “sweating the small stuff.”
People
DOD fails third audit, but sees progress with cost-savings
The Defense Department boasts cost savings as it chases a clean audit. But using the $1 billion audit to find savings could be short-sighted.
Acquisition
Senate passes IoT cybersecurity bill
The legislation mandates minimum security requirements on internet of things devices bought by the federal government.
Digital Government
VA Plans for COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced partnerships with other agencies Tuesday in an effort to prep for a possible COVID-19 vaccine distribution.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Nov. 18
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Digital Government
CISA Director Fired After Challenging President's Baseless Election Claims
After helping to keep the election secure from hackers, the CISA director turned to refuting the baseless claims of the president.
Modernization
Trump Administration to Name OPM’s Basil Parker as Federal CIO
The chief of staff and IT and cybersecurity workforce adviser will be appointed to the top IT position in the federal government, according to the White House.
Cybersecurity
Trump fires top DHS cyber official who debunked election misinformation
Chris Krebs is out as the government's top cybersecurity official following a tumultuous election and his agency's campaign to debunk election misinformation.
Emerging Tech
How the Pandemic Changed the Defense Digital Service’s Portfolio
While the group supports multiple COVID-19 efforts, DDS Director Brett Goldstein is also looking ahead to DOD’s data challenges and possible expansion of Hack the Pentagon.
Emerging Tech
Where America Rates in the Latest Leading Supercomputer Rankings
Major supercomputing players—both old and new—made it onto the latest Top500 list.
Cybersecurity
CISA Needs More Resources to Avoid ‘Whack-a-Mole’ Operation, Lawmaker Says
The agency shelved routine work protecting federal networks to turn its attention to pressing pandemic and election issues.
People
OPM aide tapped as next federal CIO
The chief of staff at the Office of Personnel Management is taking over the top federal tech job for the last days of the Trump administration.
Digital Government
Army Wants Data Analytics to Spot ‘Emerging Tech Leaders’
The Army plans to issue a call later this month through its Small Business Innovation Research program.
Cybersecurity
House lawmaker stumps for 5-year term for CISA's director
Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.) says House lawmakers will continue to push to enshrine in law 5-year terms for CISA directors, despite resistance in the Senate.
Modernization
Customer Experience CAP Leaders Leave ‘CX Cookbook’ for Agencies
The cookbook is meant to serve as a resource for CX practitioners across government.
Digital Government