People
Army CIO nominee finally becomes clear
White House nomination is the next step in the confirmation process.
Digital Government
New DOD CIO calls for partnerships in first public appearance
New Defense Department CIO Teri Takai calls for partnerships and maximizing technology as the department seeks to evolve.
Cybersecurity
DOD social media policy set to return to limbo
With the expiration date approaching on the Defense Department's official social media policy, the potential loss of access to popular sites like YouTube and Facebook is creating concern.
People
Gates recommends new Army chief of staff
Robert Gates knows who he wants for chief of staff to succeed Gen. George Casey Jr. Will he get his wish?
Acquisition
Defense acquisition: Lost in the fog of war?
Changing combat needs and constrained budgets are complicating DOD's acquisition decisions.
People
Obama signs defense authorization bill
Lawmakers removed controversial provisions to ensure passage.
Digital Government
DISA creates 'demilitarized zone' for unclassified network
DISA's demilitarized zone will be designed to protect its unclassified network, the while command center will help align with the cyber command and oversee key networks, officials say.
Modernization
Is Robert Gates a visionary?
If Robert Gates succeeds in cutting DOD costs through his plan, other agencies may follow suit.
Digital Government
DOD budget targets: Contractors, IT programs
Reductions to personnel, IT and major weapons programs are DOD targets as the Pentagon faces $13 billion less than requested in the fiscal 2012 budget.
Digital Government
Gates prepares more details on cuts to the defense budget
Defense Secretary Robert Gates reportedly will brief lawmakers Thursday with the latest update on his ambitious plans for cutting Pentagon spending.
People
DOD emphasizes education, requirements in acquisition reform
According to industry insiders, a new approach is essential for reforming DOD acquisition practices.
Digital Government
DOD gives new guidance on conflicts of interest
A new rule tells contracting officers to minimize the risk of conflicts of interests in a variety of ways without limiting the pool of potential advisers.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity provisions stripped from defense bill
Unsuccessful attempts to mandate federal IT security could open the door to potentially serious risks if cybersecurity legislation isn't revisited in 2011, some officials say.
Digital Government
McKeon, Smith to lead House Armed Services Committee
The panel's leadership will change as Republicans take control of the House in the upcoming Congress.
Cybersecurity
Napolitano calls for cybersecurity partnership
Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano said the government is emphasizing cybersecurity in part because it has ramifications beyond the Internet.
People
CIO's changing role to bring new power
Within the next six months, the Obama administration is aiming to redefine the role of agency CIOs by shifting their responsibility from policy-making to portfolio management.
People
DOD starts IT personnel exchange
The Defense Department will start a pilot program to allow federal IT employees to get a temporary glimpse of private sector work.
Digital Government
Counterfeit hardware poses security risk
Counterfeit computer hardware poses a significant security risk to private corporations and the military.
Digital Government
Air Force blocks sites that provide WikiLeaks information
The Air Force blocks its personnel from accessing media sites publishing WikiLeaks material.
Digital Government