Cybersecurity
NIST pledges 'global acceptability' in crypto standards
The National Institute of Standards and Technology is trying to reassert its credibility as a trusted technical agency when it comes to cryptographic standards, almost three years after Edward Snowden's disclosures.
Modernization
GSA seeks input on cloud services contract
New government-wide acquisition vehicle would cover “all cloud computing services and cloud computing service-based solutions.”
Modernization
Agency IT managers welcome FedRAMP changes
Top federal IT managers and cloud management experts say recent changes to the FedRAMP program could make life easier.
Digital Government
A fast lane for FedRAMP
General Services Administration unveils plans for "FedRAMP Accelerated," and seeks public comment on new way to get providers to "FedRAMP-ready" status.
Modernization
Has DOD hit its limit on sharing spectrum?
A new DARPA challenge seeks to help defense and commercial wireless users cohabitate on airwaves, but DOD's CIO warns "there is a physical limitation to how fast we can move" to free up frequencies.
Cybersecurity
NPPD to become Cyber Infrastructure Protection
The reorganization of DHS's cyber agency aims to showcase spectrum of physical and IT protections.
Modernization
Coming soon: A faster FedRAMP
The director of the FedRAMP cloud service authorization program offered a preview of what's on tap for the coming reboot.
Cybersecurity
Why DHS might hack your agency
The NCCIC's hands-on "red team" cybersecurity testing service group is planning two new threat services that federal agencies can use to find security gaps.
People
Rung: Category management needs sustained vision
The top federal procurement official says the year-old category management initiatives have taken hold, but the acquisition community should take a longer view.
Digital Government
New computer models promise better analysis of underground nuclear tests
New detection technique from LLNL can hone remote analysis of underground nuclear explosions and help find rogue regimes' secret test sites.
Cybersecurity
FBI, NHTSA issue warning on vehicle hacks
Agencies officially warn that cars and other motor vehicles are increasingly vulnerable to hacking.
Digital Government
DARPA looks to play games with a purpose
Agency announces proposers day for social research projects using massive online gaming and educational communities.
Cybersecurity
CIO shuffle: Senior tech leaders detailed to OPM, OMB
Deputy CIOs at DHS and OMB detailed to temporary positions, as part of a move to fill an IT leadership gap at the Office of Personnel Management.
Digital Government
Are federal web sites too subtle?
Agency websites sometimes offer too many choices, and can be hard to distinguish from private-sector sites, according to public feedback gathered by 18F's design team.
Modernization
D.C.-area first responders need a clearer path on comms
A GAO report says the group responsible for security in National Capital Region needs better coordination on making emergency communications interoperable.
Digital Government
FAA tweaks rule making process for private drones
Almost half a million drone owners have registered drone aircraft with the FAA since the beginning of the year, prompting the agency to adapt its approach to another UAS rulemaking.
Cybersecurity
DHS edging off GAO's high risk list
DHS has made significant progress towards solving the management issues that have kept it on the GAO's high risk list for years, but lawmakers look to ensure that progress continues.
People
The soft spots in IT security? People and old tech
People and aging IT are enduring security risks -- but efforts are underway to better address both at federal agencies.
Cybersecurity
Crypto battle presents 'hard choices,' says federal CIO
Federal CIO Tony Scott favors strong encryption, but sees a place for "narrow exceptions" for law enforcement.
Acquisition