Cybersecurity
Former House Intel chair: Info sharing could start in 30 days
The former Michigan representative lamented the lack of cybersecurity information sharing, and said if we could put politics aside, the nation would be safer in very short order.
People
Closing cybersecurity's race gap
Government leaders speak frankly about how mentorship for young minority talent could help bridge the nation's cybersecurity skills gap.
Cybersecurity
Grassley tries to revive 'going dark' legislative fix
The Obama administration may have shelved a legislative plan to force firms to decrypt communications, but Iowa Republican Sen. Charles Grassley is not having it.
Cybersecurity
Panel hits DHS on fusion centers
Designed to enable information-sharing among law enforcement agencies at various levels of government, fusion centers have instead become 'part of the problem,' Senate panel charges.
People
How to get along with Congress
Testifying before a congressional committee doesn’t have to be an ordeal. These tips can help agency leaders stay calm and focused under fire.
Cybersecurity
Is cybersecurity legislation still alive?
Although Congress couldn't agree on cybersecurity legislation earlier this year, at least one member insists it's still possible.
Digital Government
Continuing resolution heads for President Obama’s desk
Despite squabbling that lasted until the last minute, the Senate passed a continuing resolution to provide funding for six more months.
Cybersecurity
GAO, OPM: IT skills gap remains a critical concern
First designated as high risk 11 years ago, human capital management is still on the front burner.
Acquisition
Sequstration could cut off some suppliers for agencies
Agencies rely on small firms for their operations, but many of those companies don't have the cushion to survive harsh cutbacks from sequestration.
Modernization
Library of Congress tests new legislation research site
The new Congress.gov is intended to eventually replace the venerable Thomas site, launched in 1995.
Cybersecurity
House targets cybersecurity, transparency in 2013 continuing resolution
An expected spending agreement would keep the government functioning, add some funding for high-priority programs.
Cybersecurity
Executive order could institute controversial cybersecurity measures
A rumored order would allegedly implement parts of a bill that stalled in Congress this year.
Digital Government
Obama's sequestration report delayed
The administration says it needs more time to figure out the details on across-the-board budget cuts set to take effect in January, but the report itself expected to contain few surprises.
Digital Government
Conference costs draw congressional ire
GSA's conference scandal was just the start. Now a dozen agencies are being asked to defend their spending on conferences.
People
More VA spending goes under investigation
The House Veterans' Affairs Committee interest doesn't stop in Orlando.
Digital Government
Why the government isn't ready for sequestration
Only months from deadline, federal agencies are as unprepared as ever for massive budget cuts. What's the holdup?
Digital Government
DOD civilians, not contractors, can expect sequestration’s first punch
More than 100,000 Defense Department employees could lose their jobs to budget cuts early next year, according to a new analysis.
Cybersecurity
Is the government dropping the ball on cybersecurity?
Despite the potential danger of the cyber threat and a rising chorus of voices urging action, the government seems to be making only halting progress. There are several reasons for that, and no easy solutions.
People
DOD, other agencies now under the microscope on conference costs
A congressional committee makes GSA conference cost the benchmark for potential excessive spending.
People
Does Congress have time to change contingency contracting?
As agencies choose to disregard recommendations, members of Congress consider ways to enact the changes anyway.
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