Digital Government
Flournoy Should Lead Biden’s Pentagon, Armed Services Chairman Says
Rep. Adam Smith told reporters Michèle Flournoy would help the Defense Department cut red tape to engage with new technologies needed for the future of defense.
Cybersecurity
U.S., Australia Partnering on Virtual Cyber Training Range
U.S. Cyber Command said the Cyber Training Capabilities Project Arrangement is the first-ever agreement to develop the Army’s Persistent Cyber Training Environment together.
Modernization
DISA Set to Release $11.7 Billion IT Contract Imminently
The Defense Enclave Services contract was originally projected to be bid out at the end of September.
Digital Government
Acting TTS Director to Return to FDIC
Bob DeLuca, who took temporary leadership of the Technology Transformation Services in July, will return to his duties as FDIC deputy chief information officer Dec. 21.
Cybersecurity
DOD Shares Details on Zero Trust Architecture Timeline
The draft of the cybersecurity-focused document was completed in October and is going through a content review, assessment and approval process.
Digital Government
DHS IG Opens Probe into Warrantless Cellphone Tracking
The investigation is in response to a Congressional inquiry about Customs and Border Protection getting location data from phones.
Modernization
Pentagon Extends Work From Home Flexibility for Civilian Employees
The Defense Department will allow civilians to telework even if children or other dependents in need of supervision are present at home.
Cybersecurity
DISA Updates Strategic Tech Priorities Through 2022
The defense agency adjusted its long-term cybersecurity and cloud plans to take into account progress and pivots made for the COVID-19 pandemic.
Emerging Tech
DOD Needs Simulations to Shorten Acquisition Timelines, Official Says
Advancements in modeling and simulation technologies will not only help train warfighters, but “revolutionize” design, acquisition, sustainment and test, the official said.
Emerging Tech
The Defense Department IG Outlined the Pentagon’s Top Challenges. Here’s Where Tech Fits In.
Two new challenges added this year focus on technological dominance and data as a strategic asset. Tech like hypersonics, microelectronics, AI, 5G and biotechnology were also highlighted.
Artificial Intelligence
NAVAIR Looking for Research to Assist Digital Transformation
Naval Air Systems Command’s Digital Department put out a call for white papers specifying seven research areas of interest aimed at digitizing the organization.
Emerging Tech
Lawmakers, Experts Split on CBP's Proposed Biometric System Advancement
Some experts see Customs and Border Protection’s proposed rulemaking expanding biometric entry-exit as the culmination of more than a decade of careful work. Others say the technology poses privacy concerns.
Cybersecurity
State Department Facing 'Significant' Information Security Issues, OIG Says
Information security and management was one of seven major management and performance issues the State Department faced in fiscal year 2020.
Emerging Tech
DOD Has Promising Tech. Now It’s Time to Scale It Up, Officials Say
The department needs to move certain tech from incubation to operation.
Emerging Tech
CBP Proposes Eliminating Age Restrictions and Opt-Out Policies for Non-Citizen Biometric Data Collection
The new rule enables Customs and Border Protection to expand its biometric entry-exit program and changes other regulations along the way.
Emerging Tech
How the Pandemic Changed the Defense Digital Service’s Portfolio
While the group supports multiple COVID-19 efforts, DDS Director Brett Goldstein is also looking ahead to DOD’s data challenges and possible expansion of Hack the Pentagon.
Artificial Intelligence
Army-Funded Algorithm Decodes Brain Signals
The algorithm is part of an effort to eventually establish a machine-brain interface.
Emerging Tech
Advisory Committee Recommends DHS Perform Better Outreach Regarding Biometrics Programs
The Homeland Security Advisory Council also said its request to review a controversial biometrics rule was never fulfilled.
Artificial Intelligence
AI, ML Tech ‘Needed Today’ to Enhance Decision-Making Process at the Edge, DOD Officials Say
Automation is proving its efficacy in exercises and pilot programs.
Modernization
Pentagon Releases Mobile App for Community Support Services
The Defense Department released a mobile app version of its Military OneSource Program.
Almost There!
Help us tailor content specifically for you: