People
FCW Insider: In defense of security certifications
One reader offers a dissenting view on the value of requiring security professionals to achieve industry-standard certification.
People
Chilton: Cybersecurity is each user's responsibility
Some of the military's vulnerability to cyberattacks is because users don't take security seriously, general says.
People
House chairmen want to stop performance pay
Senior Democrats urge OMB to review how to improve federal performance management following the freeze of DOD’s pay-for-performance system.
Cybersecurity
FEMA publishes reorganization details
The agency describes details of its recent reorganizations and says the changes do not effect its substance.
People
FCW Insider: What's the point of security certs?
In response to a recent story, we have heard from a number of readers who see little value in requiring cybersecurity workers to have security-related industry certifications.
Modernization
Disclosure info from White House officials available online
A new Web portal lets people request and receive senior White House officials' financial disclosure reports electronically.
Cybersecurity
Senate security bill would put burden on contractors
The measure would require the licensing and certification of people who provide cybersecurity services to agencies.
People
Senate confirms Berry as OPM chief
The former head of the National Zoo said he wants to make the federal government a model employer.
Modernization
DOD updates e-learning standard
The new edition of the standard allows organizations to easily exchange online learning, training and educational content, DOD says.
Cybersecurity
Coast Guard softens TWIC rules at ports
The service allows interim measures until May 13.
People
Learning from Facebook
Although many Facebook users dislike its new design, the new look makes personal connections deeper.
People
Forman: Political appointees must be ready to lead
To be effective agents of change, political appointees have to establish risk boundaries and gain confidence fast.
People
Fed officials see uncertain future for NSPS
DOD must ensure fairness for employees who are covered by the pay and performance management system with safeguards and standard business rules, GAO said.
People
U.S., Switzerland sign technology ageement
Under the agreement, the two countries will conduct joint programs, studies and investigations, the State Department said.
Cybersecurity
IG: More intell integration needed
A new report says intelligence agencies need to further integrate their IT systems.
People
Reader feedback: 5 problems with federal hiring
FCW has received a flurry of comments on our recent report about a new bill that would streamline the federal hiring process.
People
FCW Insider: The problem with feds on Facebook
Many people are more than a little uncomfortable about the blurring of their personal and professional worlds in Facebook.
People
Bill would simplify federal hiring process
Sens. Akaka and Voinovich have introduced legislation to streamline federal hiring processes and make the government an employer of choice.
People
States take growing role in cyber crimefighting
While federal law enforcement agencies investigate many cyber crimes, state and local authorities are gaining increasing abilities to take part.
People