Modernization

Managing the mobile workforce

As agencies log successes in enterprisewide initiatives, the familiar challenges of security and trust remain.

Modernization

DOD turns to FedRAMP and cloud brokering

Civilian agencies' approach to cloud security is now a key part of the Pentagon's process.

Modernization

Autonomic gets DOD FedRAMP OK

The first cloud provider to achieve compliance has now become the first to pass the additional security controls DOD requires.

Acquisition

DISA cloud contract deadline extended again

The Enterprise Storage Service II contract will be worth up to $427 million.

People

DISA gets new vice director

Maj. Gen. Alan Lynn most recently served as commanding general of the Army's Network Enterprise Technology Command at Fort Huachuca, Ariz.

Modernization

DISA plans analytic cloud; looks to NSA's model

DISA's planned 'Acropolis' cloud environment will provide situational cybersecurity awareness, data analysis to detect threats.

Acquisition

DISA gets Microsoft source code

As part of a contract for cardholder support services, the defense agency gets access to the proprietary code.

Digital Government

DISA 'all in' on mobile

With approvals issued for more mobile operating system implementation guides, DOD is pushing ahead for a wider selection and faster procurement of wireless devices.

Modernization

Contract signals shift in intelligence agencies' cloud and big data plans

A DISA contract, more public than a recent CIA deal, reveals some of what the intell community has in mind for cloud services.

Modernization

Navy makes its own cloud migration plans

Working with DISA is still an option, but the Navy's plans favor a direct relationship with commercial providers.

People

DISA picks new CIO

David Bennett to succeed Henry Sienkiewicz as IT head at DISA.

People

DISA appoints new CIO

David Bennett succeeds Henry Sienkiewicz as DISA CIO.

Modernization

Could DOD’s ambitious joint information environment lead to iPhone-wielding warriors?

Hopes are high that DOD's cloud-based architecture will make a real difference for deployed soldiers, but some challenges still remain to be solved.

Modernization

DISA strategic plan focuses on enterprise, cybersecurity and efficiencies

The latest document is part of a new, multi-layered planning methodology for DISA.

Modernization

DISA, GSA round out SATCOM business model

The agencies award a $2.6 billion contract as part of the Future Commercial Satellite Communications Services Acquisition program.

Digital Government

Review finds flaws with DISA's auditors

Who watches the watchers? At DISA, the IG's office may itself be in need of some oversight.

Modernization

DISA takes lead role in DOD cloud strategy

DOD's efforts to streamline and economize includes a move from duplicative silos to a more agile approach.