Modernization
Survey: Security is CIOs’ top challenge
Information security continues to be the leading priority and challenge for CIOs because threats have become more complex, according to a new survey.
People
Group recommends 'tiger teams' for acquisitions
Agencies should set up teams of experts to write clear contract requirements at the earliest stages of the acquisition process, report says.
Cybersecurity
Reader feedback: Agency managers to blame for data breaches
In response to our recent story on the FAA data breach, a reader comments that part of the blame must be placed on upper-level managers.
People
Get a Life: Front page challenge
The stimulus is an opportunity for federal workers to prove to the public that they have special jobs and know how to do them, writes blogger Judy Welles.
People
The perks of working for government: Readers respond
A recent blog post by Judy Welles ("Get a Life!") prompted readers to think about why they work for government.
Modernization
Treasury grapples with devising systems for TARP
The department plans to release soon requests for proposals for the modernization of two programs -- its foreign intelligence network and enterprise content management system.
Modernization
Issa seeks info on White House e-mail use
Rep. Darrell Issa, the senior Republican on the House Oversight panel, is asking the White House to clarify its policies on staffers using personal e-mail accounts such as Gmail.
People
Officials: Managers should collaborate with accountability
Teams responsible for programs must keep other team members in check and not be afraid to call out other members, they say.
People
Get a Life: Government work is a perk
In this difficult economic time, government work is a job with many benefits, according to commenters.
Cybersecurity
News ticker: NSPS, fixed-price contracting, mid-sized contractors, the Conflicker worm
A roundup of news from around the Web on Feb. 13.
Modernization
OPM cites progress in DOD pay-for-performance system
More data is needed on the National Security Personnel System to gauge its effect on employee recruitment, retention and turnover rates.
People
Law requires IG, contracting officer involvement
New mandatory disclosure rules for contractors will increase the involvement of inspectors general in policing contractor fraud, expert says.
Cybersecurity
FAA data breach irks readers
Numerous readers take issue with the Federal Aviation Administration's handling of its recent data breach.
People
TWIC program has woes with PIN resets
Some TWIC card holders will have to replace their cards if they forget their PINs.
People
Companies seek Trade Adjustment Assistance in Stimulus
IT companies and trade groups are lobbying Congress to include trade adjustment money in the final stimulus bill.
Cybersecurity
Recommended reading: More on the FAA data breach
Check out what other pubs are saying about the FAA data breach.
People
Government reform groups merge
The Council for Excellence in Government will merge its major programs and employees into the Partnership for Public Service.
Cybersecurity
FAA suffers massive data breach; more than 45,000 affected
The agency said the personally identifiable information of more than 45,000 employees and retirees was electronically stolen.
Modernization
OPM, Hewitt settle RetireEZ dispute
The agency rescinds company termination of 10-year, $290 million by default, but the parties agree not to disclose the terms.
People