Digital Government
'Good enough' isn't good enough to secure NRC network center
Although the security operations center that monitors network operational security for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission works, it could work better, according to an audit by the agency inspector general.
Cybersecurity
DHS tries agile approach in Silicon Valley-based R&D effort
DHS' cybersecurity tech outreach in Silicon Valley promises speedier approvals for ideas from startups.
Acquisition
CMS seeks to help states open new paths for Medicaid IT
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services launched an IT resource site that connects state governments with potential vendors that can help modernize state-run Medicaid systems.
Modernization
Final FirstNet RFP hits the streets
FirstNet's final RFP for the planned nationwide public safety network includes a dedicated cybersecurity section and a ramped payment schedule for winning contractor.
Cybersecurity
IG: Human traffickers exploit data gaps at DHS
Ineffective data gathering and sharing between ICE and USCIS aid human traffickers, an IG report says.
Modernization
GSA seeks to create governmentwide cloud portfolio
The Office of Citizen Services and Innovative Technologies wants to explore the feasibility of creating a program that would help agencies transition to cloud computing technologies and services.
Modernization
GSA pushes deadline on $50 billion telecom contract
The General Services Administration is giving potential bidders on the Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions contract another three weeks to submit bids.
Cybersecurity
Lab reduces false radiation alarms at ports
Fine-tuning cargo radiation-detection gear to rule out red herrings saves money and time, according to the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
Cybersecurity
DHS has more to do after cyber sprint, says watchdog
Despite strong remediation efforts, security risks remain in DHS information systems, according to a new report from the agency's inspector general.
Cybersecurity
TSA shows progress on acquisitions
Lawmakers see signs of maturity in the Transportation Security Administration's acquisition process, but challenges remain.
Acquisition
NITAAC cuts fees on its IT contracts
The National Institutes of Health Information Technology Acquisition and Assessment Center reduced the fees it charges federal customers to use its GWACs.
Digital Government
Obama leans on tech in gun control action
President Barack Obama's executive actions to tighten national gun control include efforts to bolster FBI and ATF databases, as well as spur research and development of safe gun technology.
Modernization
Is there a federal CIO playbook for a militia takeover?
The armed invasion of a remote Fish and Wildlife Service building in eastern Oregon's high desert may not be a disaster for the agency's IT operations, but it could point to a gap in IT contingency planning, CIOs say.
Digital Government
FITARA set to pick up speed in 2016
Federal CIOs face more deadlines, but are taking new powers to heart.
Modernization
FedRAMP issues last call for comments on high-baseline standards
Comments are due Jan. 8 on security standards that would cover sensitive unclassified data.
Acquisition
White House hopes to trim $9B software spend
Can smarter management and detailed reporting requirements help agencies stop overpaying for software?
Modernization
NPPD cyber and infrastructure security personnel are side by side
Infrastructure and cybersecurity personnel are now co-located as part of NPPD’s efforts to coordinate cyber and physical threat information.
Digital Government
Protests resolved, GSA launches agile BPA
GSA has resolved protests around its agile Blanket Purchase agreement, added a vendor and can now begin awarding work.
Cybersecurity
DHS cybersecurity office appeals to industry for innovation
DHS looks for industry to help keep up cyber defense programs like Einstein and CDM.
Acquisition