Offline since February, the new system will have improved cybersecurity countermeasures. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: U.S. Marshals to unveil ‘fully reconstituted system’ following ransomware attack
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New bill would add disclosure requirements for AI in political ads
A new bill from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.) comes shortly after the Republican National Committee released a new ad using generative artificial intelligence. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: New bill would…
Space Force focusing on innovative procurement methods for commercial software
The Space Force is leaning on rapid prototyping and new software pathways to keep up with the commercial sector and its growing suite of software and services for space, according to a top official. This article has been indexed from…
Spamming democracy
The threat and promise of generative AI in the regulatory process. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Spamming democracy
The White House has questions about AI surveillance in the workplace
The request for information is the latest in the administration’s work on AI. Last week, four enforcement agencies released a joint letter pledging to enforce anti-discrimination laws in the AI arena. This article has been indexed from FCW – All…
FCW Insider Chat: Cybersecurity
CISA’s Chief Information Officer Bob Costello and the Department of the Air Force’s Venice Goodwine discuss how the federal government is working to bolster the nation’s cybersecurity on this week’s episode of the FCW Insider Chat. This article has been…
Watchdog dings GSA’s transactional data reporting pilot
According to the agency’s Inspector General, GSA performed an inaccurate evaluation of the program when it deemed TDR a success, but in actuality, the data is unusable. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original…
The COVID-19 vaccine mandates for feds and contractors are officially ending
Neither have been enforced due to legal challenges. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: The COVID-19 vaccine mandates for feds and contractors are officially ending
OPM tests chatbot for retirement services
The retirement services chatbot is designed to answer easy questions to free up call center resources for more complex inquiries. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: OPM tests chatbot for retirement services
DISA seeks toolkit to implement a key piece of its zero trust framework
The Defense Department’s information technology agency is asking for info on software products for a potential contract to support its Comply-to-Connect Program. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: DISA seeks toolkit to…
DARPA looking for flaws in business systems
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency wants to better understand what leads to breakdowns in these systems. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: DARPA looking for flaws in business systems
6 major multibillion dollar tech procurements to watch in 2023
Contracts range in potential estimated value from $5 billion to $100 billion, according to government spending data and Deltek analysis. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: 6 major multibillion dollar tech procurements…
Army looks to bring $22B headset program into production in 2025
After years of delays and program adjustments, the Army has a new time frame for rolling out its augmented reality headset to troops. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Army looks to…
OPM’s plan to upgrade federal employee data
The Office of Personnel Management released a new data strategy on Wednesday with a slew of data-related goals, including the creation of a “360-view” of federal employees across the employee lifecycle. This article has been indexed from FCW – All…
DHS cyber talent management system boasts just 80 hires after nearly two years
Integrating the new hiring acquisition system across the Department of Homeland Security has “been a real project,” said the director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original…
DHS R&D arm to drive climate change response under new bill
The Science and Technology Directorate would take a leading role in climate change resilience research under a new bill. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: DHS R&D arm to drive climate change…
VA’s health record ‘reset’ has budget fallout
Secretary Denis McDonough told Senate appropriators on Wednesday that the “reset” of the massive electronic health record replacement project likely means tweaks to the agency’s budget request. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original…
Accelerated FAA modernization will suffer under stopgap funding, says agency head
A full year continuing resolution would hamper needed tech upgrades, according to the FAA’s top official. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Accelerated FAA modernization will suffer under stopgap funding, says agency…
President’s AI advisory committee says the government needs clearer leadership on the technology
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said during a Tuesday meeting with the advisory committee that the government needs “to come up with some ways to do no harm [in AI] in the immediate – like this week, next month, three months,…
AFRL wants white papers for $500M quantum information science solicitation
The Air Force’s scientific research component issued a broad agency announcement calling for the research, design and development of quantum technology. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: AFRL wants white papers for…
Welcome to FCW Insider Chat
Introducing a podcast series that explores the innovators working behind the scenes to transform the way the federal government operates. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Welcome to FCW Insider Chat
OMB, CISA set to release common form for software self-attestation
Federal CISO Chris DeRusha said the new standardized approach to collecting self-attestation forms from third-party software providers could be released as early as this week. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: OMB,…
NASA struggles to improve workforce diversity
The space agency has been trying to improve diversity and inclusion for over a decade, according to a new inspector general report, but its workforce still lags the federal government in employment of women and minorities. This article has been…
DOD components on the clock to certify compliance with classified access rules in the wake of Discord leaks
Defense agencies have until May 2 to ensure IT systems are in compliance with a Defense Department memo outlining procedures for safeguarding classified materials. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: DOD components…
Space Force should look to the private sector to fill data gaps, watchdog says
The Space Force currently has blindspots in its understanding of objects in space that can potentially be resolved with the help of a growing commercial sector, a new report says. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content…
DHS outlines cyber priorities in release of delayed review
The Department of Homeland Security’s long-delayed Quadrennial Homeland Security Review warned that “more complex” threats to the nation, such as crippling cyberattacks, could affect “multiple industries, sectors and national critical functions.” This article has been indexed from FCW – All…
NIST sets sights on implementing identity provisions from the CHIPS Act
According to a recent roadmap, NIST is looking to issue guidance on how federal, state and local governments can offer attribute validation services. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: NIST sets sights…
Is the Biden administration’s management agenda getting back on track?
On the federal contracting front, reforms seem to be working better in practice than in theory. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Is the Biden administration’s management agenda getting back on track?
TSA wants automated ID verification, ML detection algorithms at security gates
A new market research request has the agency exploring automated capabilities for its airport security screening technology. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: TSA wants automated ID verification, ML detection algorithms at…
Catalyst Award
Longtime federal technology leader Maria Roat says she relishes the challenges. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Catalyst Award
Industry Eagle Award
Max Peterson, a Washington, D.C.-area native, finding solutions for civic challenges feels like the perfect fit. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Industry Eagle Award
Government Eagle Award
Laura J. Stanton has set a tone for excellent communication, partnership and leadership in the federal acquisition community. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Government Eagle Award
Cybersecurity still ‘high risk’ in GAO’s book after over 25 years
The management of the government’s IT acquisitions and operations is also on the Government Accountability Office’s biennial high risk list update this year, as it has been since 2015. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read…
Report highlights procurement innovation hubs that may help achieve White House equity goals
A new Partnership for Public Service report identified specific case studies across the federal procurement community that modeled collaboration and could advance White House policies on equity, sustainability and modernization. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content…
AI/ML advancements outpacing federal policies, cyber experts warn
National security, emerging technology and cybersecurity experts told lawmakers Wednesday that the federal government must implement new guardrails to cope with recent advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read…
House Democrats bring back customer experience bill targeting student loan, passport updates
A bill reintroduced Tuesday aims to codify parts of the White House’s 2021 executive order on making government services more user-friendly. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: House Democrats bring back customer…
GAO says Army procurement plans to replace aging helicopter fleet don’t have credible cost estimates
A new report highlights critical acquisition risks associated with the U.S. Army’s plans to deploy next-generation helicopters, potentially threatening its plan to deliver the aircraft on schedule. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original…
On Tax Day, it’s time for a more equitable and accessible way to file
The IRS has the infrastructure and data in place to provide taxpayers with a free and equitable e-filing system of its own. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: On Tax Day, it’s…
GSA unveils new USA.gov websites
The new versions of USA.gov and USA.Gov en Español come after beta testing by the agency to make the sites more user-friendly. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: GSA unveils new USA.gov…
GAO wants Air Force, Navy plans for directed energy weapons to transition the ‘valley of death’
A new report calls for the armed services to detail how they plan to shift directed energy weapons from prototypes to programs of record. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: GAO wants…
USDA aims to build in-house tech talent, CX expertise with new digital services team
The department’s own digital services team will be modeled after other “tour-of-duty” style models in government like the USDS. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: USDA aims to build in-house tech talent,…
The Biden administration tells agencies to scale back telework
Federal employee unions and career agency HR leaders reportedly were left out of the development of a new Office of Management and Budget memo that instructs agencies to “substantially increase meaningful in-person work at federal offices.” This article has been…
21-year-old Air Force IT specialist charged with leaking classified documents
A team of Justice and FBI agents arrested 21-year-old Jack Teixeira in Massachusetts in connection with the widespread intel leak. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: 21-year-old Air Force IT specialist charged…
The 2023 Federal 100
Meet the women and men being honored for their exceptional contributions to federal IT in 2022. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: The 2023 Federal 100
CISA’s plan to bake security into software development
New international guidance calls back to the National Cyber Strategy’s recommendation that software developers take more responsibility for the security of their products. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: CISA’s plan to…
Taxpayer data at risk due to cybersecurity deficiencies at IRS, report warns
An annual assessment of the IRS’ information technology program alleges critical cybersecurity deficiencies in the agency’s handling of taxpayer data privacy. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Taxpayer data at risk due to…
IARPA’s plan to hack the brains of hackers
The intelligence research agency released a broad agency announcement on Tuesday for a program that looks to leverage psychological biases among hackers for cyber defense. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: IARPA’s…
Some states may be barring the door to unemployment benefits
Despite Labor Department guidelines, nine states are requiring UI applicants to verify their identity before submitting applications. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Some states may be barring the door to unemployment…
Stakeholders wonder how to sustain CX momentum long-term
Is it time for a national strategy for customer experience? This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Stakeholders wonder how to sustain CX momentum long-term
CISA releases updated guidance for zero trust security architectures
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is encouraging increased automation and enhanced security for access controls in its latest roadmap for agencies and organizations working to achieve zero trust. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read…
Inside the never-ending race to update the Pentagon’s IT
The Joint Service Provider, charged with handling the defense secretary’s IT, is laser-focused on improving security and making sure infrastructure doesn’t obstruct the mission. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Inside the…
DHA preps for MHS Genesis follow-on contract
The Defense Health Agency is conducting market research on a sustainment contract for the military’s $5.5 billion electronic health records program. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: DHA preps for MHS Genesis…
VA paid for but didn’t deploy an emergency communications system
Despite spending over $8.5 million on a new emergency communication system contract, a new report has revealed that the Veterans Health Administration failed to establish the network by a deadline that passed more than three years ago. This article has…
ARPA-H nets data, design experts in new Presidential Innovation Fellows cohort
Thirteen agencies will host 20 private sector fellows that will help develop innovative ways to deliver public service. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: ARPA-H nets data, design experts in new Presidential…
VA delays rollout of new electronic health record system again
The Department of Veterans Affairs, which announced last October it was pausing rollouts of its new EHR system until June 2023, said it “is not yet ready” to move forward with the software’s scheduled deployment at the VA Saginaw Healthcare…
National Park Service considers a digital park pass
Making a digital option for the American the Beautiful pass series that would live on mobile phone wallets is a goal shared by Sens. Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Angus King (I-Maine), who introduced a bill that would require digital passes…
Pentagon lags on software buying reforms, GAO says
A GAO report has found that DOD has yet to implement several recommendations from advisory boards towards achieving its modernization goals. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Pentagon lags on software buying…
CISA director details plan to address security risks in open source software
From hiring an open source security lead to establishing new public-private sector initiatives, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is taking open source software security risks head on, according to Jen Easterly. This article has been indexed from FCW –…
IRS outlines tech modernization, CX plans as part of $80 billion overhaul
IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel told reporters on Thursday that technology will be key to achieving the agency’s intentions to transform customer service at the agency and shrink the tax gap. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content…
Labor Dept. watchdog urges ‘extreme caution’ on facial recognition
Since the start of the pandemic and an upswing in fraudulent claims in the jobless aid systems, the use of facial recognition in identity checks has spread across states, raising OIG concerns about access and privacy. This article has been…
Labor Department’s watchdog urges “extreme caution” on facial recognition in unemployment
Since the start of the pandemic and an upswing in fraudulent claims in the jobless aid systems, the use of facial recognition in identity checks has spread across states, raising OIG concerns about access and privacy. This article has been…
OMB failing to set cross-agency IT management goals, report says
Administration officials disputed some of GAO’s conclusions, noting that IT goals were embedded in other management agenda targets. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: OMB failing to set cross-agency IT management goals,…
DOD wants innovation to counter drone swarms
The Defense Department is planning a July outreach event to find new solutions from industry that can counter AI-enable drone swarms over land, sea and air. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article:…
Watchdog dings Energy Dept over cloud security
The agency’s inspector general identified multiple security risks in the way Energy Department components authorize and use cloud computing applications. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Watchdog dings Energy Dept over cloud…
White House official touts digital training programs to bridge gap in AI procurement
Digital information technology development programs may be the key to countering traditional government procurement lags when it comes to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, a White House official said on Tuesday. This article has been indexed from FCW – All…
Smarter risk analysis can help tax agencies crack down on identity fraud
With the right data, agencies can better drive positive interactions with legitimate constituents while mitigating fraud risk. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Smarter risk analysis can help tax agencies crack down…
IRS system doesn’t meet all cloud security requirements, watchdog says
The tax agency did not meet requirements like malicious code protection and timely risk mitigation, the department’s internal watchdog reportedd. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: IRS system doesn’t meet all cloud…
Deadlines loom for contractor TikTok ban
By now, federal agencies must have TikTok completely out of IT systems. Contractors have some more time to stop using TikTok, but not that much. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Deadlines…
Trade group floats cyber national guard plan
A new report from the Intelligence and National Security Alliance recommends public-private partnerships and new cybersecurity teams on the frontlines of the digital battlefield. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Trade group…
New guide looks to slash ‘time tax’ on benefits applications
The project is one example of a Biden administration push to rework intake forms for government programs to be more user-friendly and less time consuming. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: New…
Space Force is building a virtual training ground for space conflict
In an interview, chief of space operations notes China’s efforts to jam and intercept orbiting satellites. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Space Force is building a virtual training ground for space…
IG: Social Security isn’t moving fast enough on agile development
An Inspector General report published this month said the Social Security Administration is still struggling to mature its agile development processes and not yet transitioning away from costly outdated technology. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content…
Report: 39% of VA IT contract awards didn’t have CIO approval
A new Government Accountability Report found that the Department of Veterans Affairs isn’t always including its CIO in tech procurements, as required by the FITARA. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Report:…
How smaller agencies are working to close their technology talent gaps
From innovative fellowships to nixing degree requirements on job listings, smaller agencies are getting scrappy when it comes to hiring tech and cyber talent. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: How smaller…
The challenges of collective cyber defense
The federal government can leverage existing tools to meet some of the most demanding operational challenges posed by the national cybersecurity strategy. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: The challenges of collective…
GSA releases new 5G acquisition guidance for agencies
The new guidance is meant to help agencies acquire 5G while navigating tech, cybersecurity and acquisition considerations, agency officials said. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: GSA releases new 5G acquisition guidance…
GSA makes a case for Login.gov on Capitol Hill following scathing report
General Services Administration officials addressed allegations that the agency misrepresented identity proofing standards of Login.gov at a hearing Wednesday, as lawmakers pondered the potential for fraudsters in the system. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read…
Senate committee advances open source software and digital identity bills
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee approved 24 bills on Wednesday, many of which aim to secure federal systems and enhance government operations around data management and digital identity. This article has been indexed from FCW – All…
Another Democrat joins chorus of concerns about CBP’s mobile app
Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) is the latest to express concerns about CBP’s mobile application and its role in the asylum process. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Another Democrat joins chorus of…
Why formal government communications work better than informal ones
A study looks at how expectations of government style influence how citizens respond to messaging. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Why formal government communications work better than informal ones
CISA director says agency is working on cyber workforce gaps
From leveraging new hiring authorities to reskilling and training initiatives, Jen Easterly said CISA plans to reduce its job vacancies to less than 8% by 2024. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article:…
NASA plans to consolidate cloud contracts
Several existing cloud contracts will be combined into a $685M small business vehicle under NASA’s Solutions for Enterprise Wide Procurement. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: NASA plans to consolidate cloud contracts
ODNI official details efforts to use automation to speed talent recruitment timelines
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence’s assistant director for human capital said the agency is looking to recruit blue chip talent in former college athletes, and is leveraging technology to speed up hiring. This article has been indexed…
Planned Login-dot-gov deployment at IRS is postponed
The decision comes after concerns about implementing the sign-on service during tax season. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Planned Login-dot-gov deployment at IRS is postponed
White House bans government ‘operational’ use of commercial spyware in executive order
The Biden administration hopes the ban on government use of commercial spyware will serve as a model for other countries to help stem the proliferation of surreptitious surveillance tools. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read…
Veterans Affairs committee Dems offer bills to streamline VA operations
The two proposals would seek to consolidate business functions at the agency and independently verify and validate IT modernization efforts. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Veterans Affairs committee Dems offer bills…
Senators try again to advance software license bill
Sens. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) have brought back the Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act with a few new changes after the proposal came up short last fall. This article has been indexed from…
Consumer Product Safety Commission failed to complete mandated future of work plan, report says
The agency tasked with preventing unreasonable risks of injury and death from consumer products has not yet completed a required plan that considers post-pandemic office reentry and property management strategies, according to an inspector general’s report. This article has been…
New federal website offers grants info and research to counter domestic terrorism
The Department of Homeland Security hopes a new website will serve as a one-stop shop for visitors aiming to prevent targeted violence and domestic terrorism with a slew of local and national federal resources. This article has been indexed from…
Industry reps like CISA’s public-private cybersecurity collaborative, but offer tips on how to scale it
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) noted in the hearing that CISA’s Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative lacks a charter or membership criteria and previewed a forthcoming bill to “clarify activities of the JCDC.” This article has been indexed from FCW – All…
FTC seeks info on cloud computing market’s influence
The Federal Trade Commission is asking for public feedback about the market power of cloud computing providers, among other information. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: FTC seeks info on cloud computing…
Soldiers can now steer robot dogs with brain signals
A small sensor tucked neatly behind the ear allowed soldiers to mentally guide robotic quadrupeds. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Soldiers can now steer robot dogs with brain signals
Trump vows to ‘shatter the deep state,’ revive Schedule F and move more agencies out of D.C.
The former president also said that if reelected in 2024, he will crack down on whistleblowers. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Trump vows to ‘shatter the deep state,’ revive Schedule F…
IRS Taxpayer Advocate says Congress shortchanged IT modernization efforts
Lawmakers didn’t allocate the $80 billion provided to the IRS in the right way, claims National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins, adding that IT modernization and taxpayer services aren’t getting the money they need. This article has been indexed from FCW…
DISA wants a new platform to oversee diverse cloud networks
The agency is looking to quickly prototype an on-premise infrastructure to help manage a range of disparate compute environments amid the stand-up of the JWCC cloud contract. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original…
3 customer experience tips for feds from feds
Two professional customer experience experts offered advice for other practitioners across the federal ranks this month. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: 3 customer experience tips for feds from feds
DOD partners with GSA to get sustainable products to agencies
GSA officials entered into an agreement Tuesday to leverage a Defense Department program that assists in the acquisition of sustainable commercial off-the-shelf technologies. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: DOD partners with…
Treasury’s system tracking federal debt still needs security improvements, GAO says
The watchdog found continued “information system control deficiencies,” despite Treasury’s progress on prior recommendations. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: Treasury’s system tracking federal debt still needs security improvements, GAO says
OPM gives agencies guidance for a new program to rotate cybersecurity employees across agencies
The guidance seeks to implement the Federal Rotation Cyber Workforce Program created by lawmakers last year as a way to foster new critical skills across government. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article:…
The Army is putting all its network efforts under one roof
By October, Program Executive Office Command, Control, Communications-Tactical is expected to absorb network portfolios from its sister PEO for enterprise services. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: The Army is putting all…