Digital Government
Clinton never used State.gov email as department head
Private account used extensively; scope of archiving unclear.
Modernization
'What's the problem we're trying to fix?'
NTIA still faces headwinds in Congress about Internet domain control.
Digital Government
Why Social Security's websites succeed
"They do a great job of setting expectations," said Dave Lewan of ForeSee, which rated five of SSA's sites in the latest list of top 10 federal websites.
Cybersecurity
NSA's Rogers makes the case for cyber norms
Responding indirectly to evidence that Iran’s cyber capabilities have improved because of a U.S.-Israeli cyberattack, NSA Director Adm. Michael Rogers said clearer norms could help prevent such escalation.
People
Why being on GAO's High Risk List is good for federal IT
By putting the government's management of IT acquisitions and operations on the High Risk List, GAO has ensured it will finally get the attention it deserves.
Cybersecurity
SEC pushback, faulty tax forms and hackers at State
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Modernization
FedRAMP website set for makeover
A new resource for federal cloud users and vendors will debut next month.
Cybersecurity
Legislation and the future of federal cybersecurity
New laws promise to strengthen agencies' efforts to block network intruders, share information and build a topnotch cybersecurity workforce.
Digital Government
In search of a mobile app standard
The CIO Council aims to standardize the way agencies vet mobile apps.
Cybersecurity
OMB updates info security guidance, accelerates real-time monitoring
OMB is rewriting outdated standards in response to new legislation, while an increased focus on cybersecurity offers a window into federal networks.
Modernization
DISA CIO: Don't discount 'DOD mindset' on data protection
David Bennett touts the potential of standardized and virtualized IT, while returning to a sticking point between DOD and industry: liability in the event of data loss.
Cybersecurity
Feds respond to critical Windows flaw
OMB and DHS are collaborating on implementing the fix across federal networks.
Cybersecurity
How Congress can make cyber reforms real
Congressional oversight is essential to ensuring compliance with cybersecurity legislation. Here are three ways lawmakers can improve that oversight.
Modernization
DOD guide looks beyond FedRAMP protections
The guide follows up on a memo that defined responsibilities for Pentagon components that acquire commercial cloud services.
Modernization
Report: Poor asset management leads to IT insecurity
The International Association of IT Asset Managers says feds need better control of inventory, software licensing and upgrades.
Digital Government
NTSB recommends new data recovery tech to FAA
Recent air disasters present stark evidence that the government needs new aircraft location and in-flight data transmission technologies.
Digital Government
GSA invites in the masses
The new Public Participation Playbook is a guide for encouraging and measuring citizen involvement in improving federal performance.
Digital Government
Data analytics and engineering: How to optimize your federal building
Intelligent building management systems monitor operational performance and energy use to identify root causes and correct deficiencies.
Cybersecurity
White House drone breach raises questions of tech priorities
The Secret Service has long explored technology to combat the threat of commercial drones, but the Jan. 26 crash of a quadcopter on White House grounds could spur interest in deploying it.
Cybersecurity
Accidental breach is top cyber threat concern
A survey of federal IT managers shows that while insiders pose a bigger danger, cybersecurity funding is targeted at exterior threats.
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