Modernization
Carter stresses reform and innovation in exit memo
In his exit memo, the secretary of defense outlines current threats and priorities with a strong emphasis on the need for acquisition reform and innovation.
Digital Government
Air Force launches Digital Service franchise
Following on the December launch of the Army Digital Service, the Air Force has announced it is creating its own branch of the Defense Digital Service.
Cybersecurity
Lawmakers, CSIS unveil cyber recommendations for Trump administration
A cybersecurity task force recommended that the Trump administration move quickly to improve and reorganize oversight authorities, elevate the role of the White House cybersecurity coordinator and clarify the cyber defense roles of civilian and military agencies.
Cybersecurity
Top NSA defender departs agency
Curtis Dukes, formerly the top information assurance officer at the National Security Agency, is joining the Center for Internet Security.
People
What to make of the NDAA's latest DOD reorgs
The 2017 National Defense Authorization Act splits the undersecretary of acquisition, technology and logistics position into two new undersecretary roles -- one focused on acquisition, the other on innovation. What does that mean for the future of defense tech?
Acquisition
Will Trump and Mulvaney bring back A-76?
The use of A-76 competitions to let private contractors bid on some work done by federal employees could be set for a resurgence.
Cybersecurity
Report: Defense firms face more volatility in 2017
Govini forecasts greater risk and volatility for cyber and IT services firms with DOD contracts that expire in the coming year.
People
Prison sentence for GSA Advantage fraudster
A former Defense Department procurement official will serve nearly three years in prison for stealing and reselling millions of dollars of equipment and material obtained through GSA's online shopping and ordering system.
Digital Government
DOD watchdog lists top 10 challenges for 2017
The Pentagon Inspector General's office has released its Fiscal Year 2017 Oversight Plan that focuses on 10 performance and management challenges facing the DOD, including cyber.
Cybersecurity
Consolidation could be coming to federal radar
Multiple agencies are participating in an FAA-led bid to optimize spectrum use for aircraft and weather surveillance.
Cybersecurity
Trump taps billionaire businessman as Army secretary
President-elect Trump has selected West Point graduate and billionaire businessman Vincent Viola, a supporter of the Combating Terrorism Center and Army Cyber Institute at West Point, as pick for the top civilian slot in the U.S. Army.
Modernization
Army launches Digital Service branch
The U.S. Army has launched its own branch of the Defense Digital Service with the goal of updating recruiting software and other outdated Army platforms and systems.
Cybersecurity
Watchdog: DOD needs to improve cybersecurity
Despite taking steps to improve cybersecurity, the Department of Defense reportedly is still coming up short on securing its cyber networks, systems and infrastructure.
Acquisition
Report: DOD needs new strategy to regain technological edge
The U.S. is facing greater technological competition from its adversaries, and a new report states the DOD needs to adopt an "optionality strategy" in order to regain its edge.
People
Civil service changes pass in NDAA, while Trump plans workforce moves
The annual defense bill passed Congress with a few provisions that impact the federal workforce. Advisors to President-elect Trump say more changes to federal employment could be on the horizon.
Digital Government
Why DOD needs a mobile upgrade
A new report from the Center for a New American Security argues the Pentagon needs to ditch its risk-averse culture and procurement procedures and embrace next-generation mobile technology.
Cybersecurity
Where would Mattis take cyber?
The president-elect's selection for secretary of defense is well known for his sometimes off-color comments on warfare and threats to the U.S., but James Mattis is largely a blank slate when it comes to cyber.
Cybersecurity
Trump selects retired Marine general to head DOD
President-elect Donald Trump wants Gen. James Mattis (ret.) as his secretary of Defense.
Acquisition
DOD opts not to rush new R&D rules
The Pentagon is looking to give contractors a bit more time before it steps in for closer review of their independent, government-funded projects, a top Pentagon tech official said.
Cybersecurity
NDAA elevates Cyber Command
The final version of the National Defense Authorization Act calls for U.S. Cyber Command to be made a full combatant command, but the NSA/Cyber Command dual-hat leadership will remain, for now.
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