Modernization
Army plans ICAM rethink to support unified network operations
To make mobile device use more secure, the Army is preparing a new identity and access requirements as it adopts zero trust security principles.
Digital Government
Defense Officials Press Lawmakers For a 2022 Appropriation
Defense officials warned lawmakers that some programs and tech efforts could be delayed or eliminated if Congress fails to pass a 2022 defense spending bill soon.
Cybersecurity
Defense officials press lawmakers for a 2022 appropriation
Defense officials warned lawmakers that some programs and tech efforts could be delayed or eliminated if Congress fails to pass a 2022 defense spending bill soon.
Cybersecurity
Why self-sufficiency is key to fostering data literacy in the Air Force
The Air Force wants to improve data literacy and culture, so it's creating a cadre of "citizen analysts" and communities of interest to build and then spread their knowledge.
Digital Government
Can Project Maven help shape acquisition policy?
The DOD's inspector general found that the lack of a formal documentation process for acquisition metrics and procedures could prevent future growth of Project Maven and similar projects.
Acquisition
Can Project Maven help shape acquisition policy?
The DOD's inspector general found that the lack of a formal documentation process for acquisition metrics and procedures could prevent future growth of Project Maven and similar projects.
Cybersecurity
NGA looks to tech to support unclassified workforce
The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency is looking to the future with plans to accommodate uncleared employees and to be prepared for "a changing world environment that we don't anticipate," said Mark Andress, the agency's CIO.
Cybersecurity
New CMMC Training to Align with Certification Changes
Look for trainers working on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program to realign their efforts to support recent changes to the certification process in 2022.
Cybersecurity
DOD looks to expand its data partnerships with allies
The Defense Department’s chief data officer, David Spirk, talked about the growing community of data leaders among allies and how the partnerships can pay off.
Cybersecurity
Closing the CMMC training gaps
Look for trainers working on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program to realign their efforts to support recent changes to the certification process in 2022.
Cybersecurity
The legacy of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission
The Cyberspace Solarium Commission is officially sunsetting after more than two years, dozens of recommendations and a slew of legislative changes. But since there’s more to be done, the panel is rebooting its efforts as a non-profit.
People
The Pentagon shifts to maximum telework as omicron surges
The Pentagon is urging personnel to use maximum telework as coronavirus infections spike in the Washington, D.C. region.
Cybersecurity
CMMC assessments could resume in January
The governing body responsible for implementing the Defense Department’s unified cybersecurity program for contractors expects security procedures for authorized third party assessors to start back up in early 2022. But DOD has the final say on the timeline.
Modernization
How the Army is embracing telework-friendly tech
The Army is expanding its use of bring-your-own devices through a pilot program that’s expected to initially focus on National Guard and Reserve components as it rolls out Microsoft 365.
Acquisition
DISA done with MilCloud 2.0
The program, which has a contract set to expire in May 2022, was designed to help DOD users from the military services and combatant commands leverage commercial cloud services.
Cybersecurity
Senate passes 2022 defense authorization bill
The Senate passed the 2022 National Defense Authorization Act, 88-11, authorizing $740 billion for Defense Department spending, and $28 billion for other national security programs.
Modernization
JWCC is not a cloud ‘competition’
The Pentagon’s latest multi-cloud effort , the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability program, could change how the department buys enterprise services, according to a top defense IT official.
Cybersecurity
How cyber gray zone conflict can shape conventional war
As gray zone conflict becomes the norm, the intelligence community may have to make some changes to adapt.
Modernization
Grady talks spectrum, cyber concerns in nomination hearing
Adm. Christopher Grady told senators that Defense Department moves to free up swaths of spectrum would have consequences when it comes to operations, training, and readiness.
Modernization
Pentagon adds new top AI role
The Pentagon is creating a new position to lead its artificial intelligence efforts across the enterprise.
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