Digital Government
New cyber role, budgetary measures headed to ODNI
Director of National Intelligence James Clapper says he is creating new top-level jobs for cybersecurity and U.S. intelligence, and plans to move $50 billion from the Defense Department budget into his office.
Cybersecurity
Are cyberattacks against DOD on the decline?
Despite DOD officials’ descriptions of increased threats of cyberattacks, the number of attempts has decreased, according to a new report.
People
Lawmaker's questions could hinder DOD CIO
DOD finally has a CIO and some other key positions have also been filled, but lawmakers are threatening to withhold legislative support for broader restructuring efforts until they have more information from Defense Secretary Robert Gates.
People
Teri Takai appointed DOD's CIO
Former California chief information officer Teri Takai has been appointed as the Defense Department's CIO.
Digital Government
GSA plans employee teleconference program
AT&T has been awarded an estimated $18 million task order to develop and manage GSA's new virtual meeting places.
People
DOD sketches its diagram of the future
Dave Wennergren talks about past experiences, the evolution of the federal government in the Information Age and what the future might have in store.
People
DOD sketches its diagram of the future
Dave Wennergren talks about past experiences, the evolution of the federal government in the Information Age and what the future might have in store.
People
Wennergren sees changing role for DOD CIO -- and department's IT progress
In an FCW exclusive interview, former DOD CIO Dave Wennergren reflects on the significant shifts in the way the department works -- and what will be required to sustain the ongoing changing tides.
Acquisition
New DOD contracting rules put small businesses in harm's way
A crackdown on DOD contracting could deal a blow to small businesses, and the potential impact goes far beyond the viability of a few organizations.
Digital Government
Takai may yet become DOD CIO
Former deputy Defense CIO Dave Wennergren said that California CIO Teri Takai is very much still in the running for the job.
Digital Government
Wennergren move throws DOD CIO spot into further shadow
The future of DOD's CIO job, long vacant and federally required, hangs in the balance.
Digital Government
Wennergren's new job announcement
Former DOD CIO Dave Wennergren has been assigned as assistant deputy chief management officer, Office of the Deputy Secretary of Defense, Washington, D.C.
Digital Government
U.S. Cyber Command not ready for prime time
Announcement that the U.S. Cyber Command is late in reaching full operational capability comes as the Army cyber component installs a commander and the Air Force cyber agency achieves full capabilities of its own.
People
Takai nomination for DOD CIO withdrawn
California CIO Teri Takai's nomination as defense CIO is dead at least for now; the job and its responsibilities are being shifted between Defense Department agencies.
Digital Government
DOD officials face Senate ire over budgetary measures
DOD officials were questioned over plans for trimming the defense budget, including closing the Joint Forces Command.
Cybersecurity
Army takes on acquisition, cyberspace and culture
The Army's cyber component's opening comes during unprecedented challenges in upgrading its IT services.
People
DOD's IG returns fire following scathing Senate report
Defense Department Inspector General Gordon Heddell responds to a report issued by Sen. Charles Grassley (R-Iowa) that blames the IG's office for overlooking fraud and straying from its core mission.
Digital Government
New DOD acquisition strategy sparks debate
DOD's leaders want to revamp the Pentagon's acquisition processes, but analyst say much of the guidance isn't new but actually familiar regulations that have failed to be properly implemented in the past.
Digital Government
Game changer: DOD rewrites its book on acquisition strategy
Defense Secretary Robert Gates releases a 23-point memorandum for reforming defense acquisition processes, with an increased focus on efficiency and productivity.
Digital Government