Cybersecurity
Agencies seek at least $75 million in digital service funding
Most CFO Act agencies have made budget requests to fund Digital Services teams.
Digital Government
The one thing law enforcement really needs from IT
A new study urges the Justice Department to up its game on sharing the best tools and tactics with state and local partners.
Cybersecurity
FBI wants 'legislative fix' on device encryption
The director of the FBI wants Congress to dispense with unbreakable encryption on smartphones.
Modernization
Checking on Pre Check, FBI cyber and a real-life force field
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
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.
Acquisition
How CIOs can prep for FITARA
Former Justice Department CIO Van Hitch says it's not too early for his former colleagues to get ready to use their new authority.
Digital Government
Faster data, better law enforcement
DOJ’s R&D arm is funding software development that makes it easier to store and transfer data for criminal investigations.
Digital Government
IGs seek more access to agency data
Inspectors general complain to Congress that agencies often respond to requests for information with claims that it is protected by law.
Cybersecurity
FBI wants cyber sleuths with some muscle
The bureau’s cybersecurity job requirements require applicants to complete a stiff physical fitness test, even though most of their time will likely be spent behind a desk.
People
Why 2015 will be the year of talent
ACT-IAC'S Rick Holgate and Dan Chenok look ahead to what's next for federal IT in 2015.
Cybersecurity
Airborne surveillance, IT interns and network defenses
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Cybersecurity
DOJ: 'Increase the cost' for nation-state hackers
Regardless of where the investigation into North Korea's alleged role in the Sony hack leads, the Obama administration's strategy of indicting state-sponsored hacking is likely to continue.
Acquisition
Cyber justice, (ISC)2 shuffle and Nuix deal
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Modernization