Ideas
Using the MGT Act to Fuel IT Modernization
We are already beginning to see the positive impact of this legislation, including empowered CIOs.
Cybersecurity
Here’s How to Really Make Cabinet Secretaries Responsible for Cybersecurity
The president and OMB director should pester Cabinet officials about cybersecurity regularly, a former official says.
Cybersecurity
White House Appoints Federal Chief Information Security Officer
Grant Schneider will be the second person to fill the position.
Digital Government
18F Names Acting Executive Director
The government’s innovation arm shuffles leadership roles as executive director exits.
Digital Government
For the Pentagon Management Chief, Reform Begins with Good Data
Pentagon Chief Management Officer Jay Gibson offers a view of the path to reform in an exclusive interview with Nextgov.
Cybersecurity
You Should Be ‘Significantly Concerned’ There’s No White House Cyber Coordinator, Policy Experts Say
Cyber policy experts also worry we’re going the wrong way on integrating government cyber operations.
Ideas
Selecting the Right Tools for Successful Digital Transformation
The biggest challenge is determining how to invest funds wisely.
Cybersecurity
Here’s a Handbook for Becoming a Great Agency CISO
The CIO and CISO Councils teamed up to offer a comprehensive, searchable guide to being a cybersecurity leader.
Modernization
What DOD’s Change In Cloud Leadership Means For Multibillion-Dollar Programs
The Defense Department’s management chief Jay Gibson discusses the evolving Cloud Executive Steering Group.
Digital Government
Why Your Agency Needs a Chief Product Officer
Sometimes an IT problem is really an answer.
Cybersecurity
Trump Administration Adds to Top Cyber Ranks
The Senate confirmed a cyber lead at Homeland Security and Trump nominated a government veteran to lead cyber at the Energy Department.
Ideas
How to Drive Federal IT Performance Using Customer Experience
Federal employees have a customer story too, and federal CIOs and IT need to listen to them.
Ideas
How to Connect Cyber Investment to Outcomes
When security pros talk to executives, they need to be ready to show how their investments benefit the business.
Cybersecurity
White House Cuts Cyber Coordinator Role But Lawmakers Say Not So Fast
House Democrats charged National Security Adviser John Bolton’s move lowers the White House’s cyber expertise as threats are increasing.
Modernization
Trump Strengthens Agency CIO Authority with Executive Order
The order puts presidential weight behind past legislation giving government CIOs more authority over hiring and budget.
Digital Government
Embattled FEMA CIO Reassigned to Caribbean Post
Patsy Garnett will step in as acting CIO until a permanent replacement is hired.
Digital Government
What the Federal CIO Thinks a CIO Should Be
Being a technologist is not enough for government CIOs, according to Suzette Kent. They need to evolve.
Digital Government
How Data Geeks Can Move Their Findings Up the Ladder
Here are tips for making sure decision-makers don't ignore your analyses.
Ideas
How Sharing Could Accelerate Reform
Active best practice sharing across government makes things better, faster and cheaper.
Digital Government
VA CIO Announces Immediate Departure
Scott Blackburn joined the VA in 2014 and served as acting CIO since September.
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