Digital Government
Defense Innovation Board Director Moves to Google
It’s another sign of the healing relationship between the Defense Department and big tech.
Emerging Tech
NASA Taps Blue Origin, Dynetics and SpaceX to Help Transport Humans to the Moon Again
The three private companies will develop landing systems for NASA's Artemis missions.
Artificial Intelligence
The Amazon Lockdown: How an Unforgiving Algorithm Drives Suppliers to Favor the E-Commerce Giant Over Other Retailers
At a time when much of the retail sector is collapsing, Amazon is strengthening its competitive position in ways that could outlast the pandemic — and raise antitrust concerns.
Digital Government
The Government’s As-a-Service Future
As federal agencies embrace cloud services, they are considering other pay-as-you-go options.
Cybersecurity
CISA’s Coming Supply Chain Guidance to Align with Pentagon’s Vendor Certification Program
Accreditation officials also pledged to address how the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program will treat FedRAMP and other certifications.
Cybersecurity
The Pentagon’s Cybersecurity Certification Plan Includes Continuously Monitoring Contractors
A request for proposals outlines a portal where auditors would get automatic notifications if a company’s security score dips below a specified threshold.
Digital Government
Trump Administration Releases Guidance to Clarify Coronavirus Relief Act’s Contracting Provisions
Agencies can use CARES Act funds to reimburse contractors from March 27 to September 30, 2020.
Modernization
Groups Urge Congress to Fund Federal Tech Upgrades in Next COVID Stimulus Bill
Six federal technology advocacy groups offered four principles for legislators to consider.
Cybersecurity
DARPA Project Producing Tool to Help Anticipate Military and Industrial Systems’ Cyber Threats
The VERDICT tool aims to allow systems engineers to assess cybersecurity even without deep expertise.
Cybersecurity
New Leader of IT Sector Coordinating Council Wants Alignment on Key CISA Initiative
The new chairman of the Information Technology Sector Coordinating Council aims to be more involved in the agency’s work to protect industrial control systems.
Digital Government
Survey: Nearly Half of U.S. Employees Feeling Burnt Out
Though many Americans have lost their jobs, one in four remaining employees said COVID-19 has added stress to their lives.
Cybersecurity
Pentagon’s Cybersecurity Certification Program Still Working on Third-Party Auditors
Participants in a webinar plagued by technical difficulties still appear to be in denial about the end of self-verification.
Modernization
Pentagon Attorneys Say Amazon Wants ‘Do-Over’ in JEDI Bid
The Defense Department defended its request for a four-month remand while it addresses issues raised by Amazon’s lawsuit over the multibillion-dollar cloud contract.
Cybersecurity
Industry Groups Request Extension to Comply with Ban on Huawei, Other Chinese Suppliers
Top trade associations are hoping COVID-19 will buy companies six more months.
Digital Government
Lawmaker to White House: What About National Security Contractors?
The Trump administration needs to clarify relief guidance for defense and intelligence community contractors regarding pay and sick leave, according to Sen. Mark Warner.
Emerging Tech
If Space Startups Fail, the Pentagon’s Going to Need Some New Plans
The coronavirus is threatening young space companies — and the military’s plans to rely on them.
Cybersecurity
Defense Contractor Cybersecurity Certifiers Launching ‘National Conversation’ Webinars
The accreditation body shared timelines for working groups that will shape key features of its program.
Digital Government
Coronavirus Is Rising Around Military, Defense Infrastructure, Analysis Shows
The Govini assessment indicates that COVID-19 is about to hit military bases and manufacturing hubs in the southern and western United States.
Digital Government
Pentagon to Modify Hundreds of Contracts for COVID-19 Response
The Defense Department is ramping up the purchase of certain items, including ventilators, in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Cybersecurity