Artificial Intelligence
Pentagon Names Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer
The Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Office was stood up in February.
Cybersecurity
CISA’s Newest Advisor Could Soon Have Agencies Asking: 'Does This Spark Joy?'
Another CISA advisor has referred to Bob Lord as a “digital Marie Kondo,” tidying up the Democratic National Committee by throwing out old software and unused tech.
Digital Government
Senate Confirms Laurie Locascio to Lead Tech Standards Agency
The bioengineering professor and NIST alum was nominated by President Biden back in 2021.
Digital Government
Air Force Cyber Lead Selected to Serve as Joint Staff CIO
She’ll need confirmation from the Senate to proceed.
Digital Government
How a Social Worker Became the Defense Logistics Agency's First Chief Data and Analytics Officer
Under her leadership the agency is ‘just starting’ to really understand what it means to apply data as a strategic asset.
Digital Government
CISA Replaces Chair of Supply-Chain Risk Management Task Force on Network Tech
Bob Kolasky is leaving government for the private sector, after leading the public-private task force alongside executives from trade associations of the largest critical software and networking gear providers.
Emerging Tech
Mike Bloomberg Named Chair of Defense Innovation Board
The former New York City mayor and billionaire replaces Mark Sirangelo.
Emerging Tech
Transportation Secretary Pushes for Government Support for Vehicle Innovation
The Transportation secretary doubled down on the government's role in fostering a strong environment for emerging tech like electric cars and buses, automated vehicles.
Podcasts
Critical Update: Federal CIO Explains the Tech Side of President’s Management Agenda
Clare Martorana joined the podcast to talk about improving customer experience and the underlying technology that makes good services better.
Cybersecurity
Pentagon Officials Rethinking Cyber's Role in National Defense Strategy
Cyber policy lead Mieke Eoyang discussed the Defense Department’s role in the nation’s cybersecurity posture, including in defending elections and countering ransomware attacks.
Cybersecurity
NSA Director: Evolving Cyber Threats Require Deeper Public-Private Partnerships
“This is not Cold War 2.0 and China is not the Soviet Union,” Gen. Paul Nakasone said.
Digital Government
National Guard Taps First Chief Data Officer
The bureau is being deliberate about drawing predictive insights from the massive amounts of data it captures.
Cybersecurity
Researchers Push FITARA-Like Scorecard for Cybersecurity
A recent MITRE report lays out eight ways the federal government can improve cybersecurity habits across all agencies, hinging on enhanced Congressional funding and oversight.
Artificial Intelligence
DISA Moves to Combat Intensifying Cyber Threats with Artificial Intelligence
As part of its pursuit, the agency is forming an Office of the Chief Data Officer.
Cybersecurity
National Cyber Director Explains Appointment of Federal CISO to His Office
The move comes amid confusion about the roles and responsibilities of various federal cybersecurity leaders.
Digital Government
Vacancies Act Deadline Looms for Many of Biden’s Acting Officials, But the OMB Director Is an Exception
A statutory provision allows the deputy director of the management and budget office to serve as the agency’s acting leader indefinitely.
Artificial Intelligence
DOD Searches for a Responsible AI Lead as the Conflict Landscape Evolves
Alka Patel, the Pentagon’s first ethical AI expert, left for the private sector.
Digital Government
White House Names Leaders for FCC and NTIA
With the nomination of Gigi Sohn, the FCC is also now poised to have a full suite of commissioners to tackle issues under its remit, including cybersecurity.
Cybersecurity
CISA Selects Washington Official for Election Security Team
Kim Wyman, former Secretary of State for Washington, brings a history of implementing cybersecurity practices into election procedures and enjoys support among former agency heads.
Podcasts
Critical Update: The Federal CISO Is Prioritizing Flexibility for Agencies
In a new age of cyberattacks, Chris DeRusha says agencies must have more room to implement practices that enable constant vigilance.
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