Modernization
Social Security Advisory Board names expert IT panel
Over the next year, a group of experienced federal IT executives will review how the Social Security Administration's system modernization work is progressing.
Modernization
Facebook Expands Tool That Lets Local Governments Send Alerts
The system will offer authorities a way to send targeted notifications about emergencies and other issues to residents.
People
Esper announces Fourth Estate review
In a rare press conference, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said a “defense-wide review process” has begun to evaluate the Fourth Estate agency resources.
Cybersecurity
National Guard looks to help states help with ransomware response
The National Guard is contemplating an expansion of its cybersecurity vulnerability assessment pilot following recent ransomware attacks in Texas and Louisiana.
Modernization
Social Security Taps Team of Federal IT, Management Notables to Assess Modernization Progress
The team will look at how the agency’s IT modernization efforts are going, including how those changes are affecting Social Security employees and stakeholders.
Ideas
The 3 Waves of Accelerating RPA in Government
When it comes time to actually execute RPA, it’s tough to know where to start and how to scale agencywide.
Acquisition
Watchdog warns on GSA's contracting data trial
A pilot at the government's contracting hub isn't producing the data it promised and threatens pricing transparency, according to the inspector general at the General Services Administration.
Cybersecurity
Commissioner’s Resignation Renders FEC Toothless as 2020 Elections Heat Up
Without a quorum, the oversight body can’t carry out its key duties.
Digital Government
China’s Spies Are on the Offensive
China’s spies are waging an intensifying espionage offensive against the United States. Does America have what it takes to stop them?
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Aug. 28
News, analysis and other updates from FCW's reporters and editors.
Cybersecurity
This Bluetooth Security Flaw Affects Tons of Devices
There are simple workaround, researchers say.
Emerging Tech
TSA Launches Facial Recognition Pilot at Las Vegas Airport
The agency will assess how the tech verifies travelers’ live facial images against pictures taken from travelers’ identity documents.
Cybersecurity
DHS Asks for Feedback on Vulnerability Disclosure Program
Officials plan to create a public form where security researchers can submit weaknesses they uncover in the agency’s IT infrastructure.
Modernization
Oracle Pledges to Keep JEDI Fight Alive In Court of Appeals
An appeal would bring Oracle’s fight with the Pentagon to over a year, as the department prepares to announce an award.
Digital Government
Pentagon Sees ‘No Major Concerns’ With Raytheon-United Technologies Merger
The Defense Department’s top weapons buyer, Ellen Lord, gives stamp of approval to what would be the second-largest defense and aerospace company ever.
Ideas
Multicloud Only Works if the Pentagon Starts Looking at It Holistically
By utilizing multicloud, Defense can move past the lag of legacy systems and begin replacing with new innovative technology.
Cybersecurity
DHS, OMB prep bug bounty rollout
The agencies are seeking public comment on how to structure information collection activities related to its new vulnerability disclosure program.
Cybersecurity
TSA kicks off facial recognition trial in Las Vegas airport
The Transportation Security Administration is testing its ability to match live photos of air passengers with travel documents using a proprietary algorithmic system.
Digital Government