People

Marines seeking own IT warehouse

The Marine Corps wants to change the way it handles its tactical systems and garrison IT once its Next Generation Enterprise Network contract goes into effect in May 2014.

Modernization

Navy releases $10B NGEN RFP

Let the competition begin as the Navy finally releases NGEN request for proposals and two teams square off to win the lucrative contract.

Digital Government

Facebook enlists U.S. military for new Pages format debut

The Facebook Pages format got a splashy introduction with the help of U.S. military services--with the exception of one Page that took on some water.

Modernization

Marines prep for combat support with simulation

At Camp Pendleton's Battle Simulation Center, Marines are tested in operational support using simulation tools that recreate combat.

Modernization

DOD taking "DISA first" strategy in data center consolidation efforts

DOD is focusing on DISA IT services, core data centers as it pursues efficiencies and data center consolidation, according to its new progress report.

People

Cyber training no longer basic

Today's troops are getting the latest in high-tech training and education to learn how to combat a fast-moving cyber threat.

Cybersecurity

Cyber programs at a glance

Here is a look at some of the cyber training programs offered by the military services.

Modernization

Norfolk battens down NMCI's hatches in preparation for Irene

With Hurricane Irene bearing down on the mid-Atlantic region, the Navy and Marine Corps are working overtime to ensure their critical IT systems -- including NMCI -- remain up and running through the storm.

People

Military officials warn against cutting DOD's budget

Lawmakers have proposed more than $800 billion in defense cuts, but DOD leaders warned of serious consequences to technological and military readiness.

Digital Government

Navy's budget includes new technology, hardware

The Navy's budget request for fiscal 2012 focuses on technology and new equipment as well as cost and energy savings.

Digital Government

Future of Navy, DOD debated at AFCEA West

Top DOD officials discussed critical issues for the military's future at AFCEA West.

Acquisition

Could mission specialization solve DOD's woes?

In an era of tight budgets and ongoing conflict, specialization is an intriguing idea, but experts question whether it would save money.

People

About Face(book): Marines lift ban on social networking

Marine Corps officials lifted a ban for marines on using social networking Web sites on the service’s non-secret network, according to a memo.

People

Federal 100: Peter Gillis

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People

Federal 100: David Green

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People

Navy plans internal blog on IT

A new Navy blog that discusses information technology will be available only to members of the Navy and Marine Corps.