Cybersecurity
The importance of cyber offense: Sanctions are a good start
Cybercrime is too serious to rely solely on network defenses, Peter Harrell argues.
Digital Government
DARPA keeps an eye on the Arctic
The Defense Department's research shop wants a network of rugged, affordable sensors for the far north.
Cybersecurity
Obama declares foreign cyber threats a 'national emergency'
The president’s executive order authorizes sanctions on those deemed a threat to U.S. economic or national security.
People
VanRoekel steps down at USAID
Steve VanRoekel resigned as U.S. CIO in September 2014 to help USAID address the Ebola epidemic in West Africa.
Cybersecurity
Drawing back the curtain on cyberwar
Shane Harris' book "@War" details the personalities and turf battles behind the U.S. government's conclusion that cyberspace is a national security asset.
Cybersecurity
Can the Pentagon keep pace on biometrics?
The Defense Department has launched an improved version of its biometrics repository, but the system still lacks the latest technology.
Cybersecurity
NSA's Rogers makes the case for cyber norms
Responding indirectly to evidence that Iran’s cyber capabilities have improved because of a U.S.-Israeli cyberattack, NSA Director Adm. Michael Rogers said clearer norms could help prevent such escalation.
Acquisition
DOD shutters two 'influence' websites covering Africa
Similar sites covering the Persian Gulf and Central Asia remain in operation.
Cybersecurity
Strategy reflects heightened cyberthreat
A new White House document identifies cybersecurity as a pressing national security concern.
Modernization
GSA cloud, Marine Corps guidance and a UK cyber deal
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Digital Government