Modernization
Was the EPA data breach a failure of cybersecurity 101?
A malicious e-mail attachment broke through security at the EPA, exposing private information of 8,000 people. Are other agencies any more secure?
Cybersecurity
Bipartisan cybersecurity bill fails on the Senate floor
A Republican filibuster prevented the Senate from voting on the Cybersecurity Act of 2012 -- which might have also included data center consolidation measures -- greatly dimming hopes for legislation this year.
Digital Government
Sequestration hearing unravels into partisan 'food fight'
As a hearing intended to help prepare for the effects of sequestration degenerates into a partisan shouting match, one embarrassed congressman calls the event a 'spectacle.'
Cybersecurity
Data center consolidation among 70 amendments competing for cybersecurity bill inclusion
As senators prepare to deliberate over the Cybersecurity Act of 2012, a slew of amendments are emerging, including one addressing federal data center consolidation.
Cybersecurity
Pentagon sets cybersecurity sights on social media
DARPA is looking for new tools to track social media interaction.
Digital Government
US not ready for cyberattack, NSA director warns
Legislation, partnership with industry are critical to bolster underpowered U.S. cyber defenses, according to the Cyber Command's chief.
Cybersecurity
Lawmakers to consider new compromise cybersecurity bill before defense budget
A new version of the bipartisan Cybersecurity Act of 2012 is expected to be considered ahead of the Senate defense authorization bill, drawing the ire of one powerful senator.
Cybersecurity
Obama presses Congress on cybersecurity bill
President Obama took to the Wall Street Journal to urge the Senate to pass a cybersecurity bill.
People
Got an app for that? For combat vets, the answer is yes.
Mobile apps and cutting-edge technology are changing the way we care for our troops -- and maybe, someday, even the general public.
People
Budget cuts, veto risk complicate defense appropriations bill
The House is getting ready to pass the 2013 defense appropriations bill, but the specter of sequestration -- and a possible veto -- loom over the funding plan.
Digital Government
Congress demands White House transparency on sequestration
As sequestration draws near, a newly passed House bill and a companion piece under Senate consideration order the Obama administration to provide details on how it plans to implement the $1.2T in forced spending cuts.
Modernization
A month into FedRAMP, GSA marks progress
A month into FedRAMP's launch, challenges have been overcome and progress has been made, one GSA official said.
People
Former DOD official Michele Flournoy joins Boston Consulting Group
DOD's former under secretary for policy and one-time highest-ranking woman in Pentagon history Michele Flournoy has a new job.
Digital Government
Americans overwhelmingly favor major defense cuts
Memo to DOD: Don't count on public support for avoiding budget cuts. Majorities of both parties favor DOD cuts, although they differ on just how much and exactly which programs should get trimmed, survey suggests.
People
CBO predicts defense cost overruns
The DOD disputes a prediction that it will overspend its budget over the next five years, but calls for Congress to allow it more freedom to take cost-cutting measures.
Digital Government
DOD rescinds report length limit after outcry
Saying rule was 'misinterpeted,' DOD will no longer impose length limits on reports to Congress.
Modernization
DISA takes lead role in DOD cloud strategy
DOD's efforts to streamline and economize includes a move from duplicative silos to a more agile approach.
Digital Government
New rule limiting length of DOD reports to Congress draws fire
Hill Republicans are condemning a new Pentagon policy limiting its reports to Congress to 10 pages.
People
DARPA names new director
Dr. Arati Prabhakar arrives most recently from Silicon Valley, but is no stranger to Washington.
Acquisition
8 best bets for contractors to survive sequestration
As sequestration looms on the horizon, here are some ways government contractors can best prepare.
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