Nextgov
3 Lessons to Be a Bold Government Leader
Feds have good reasons for sticking with the status quo. But lack of action also has consequences.
Defense
The Russian Hack of the DNC
U.S. intelligence officials said they are “confident” only senior Moscow officials could have authorized it.
Nextgov
Top US Officials Say Russia 'Authorized' DNC Hacks
"These thefts and disclosures are intended to interfere with the U.S. election process," said a statement from DHS and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
Nextgov
Haven't Sold To Government Before? DARPA Still Might Buy Your Tech
The Pentagon's R&D agency is just one of many groups chasing companies that have so far focused on commercial business.
Management
GSA's New Contract With Dun & Bradstreet Draws Mixed Reaction
Users can now deploy industry numbers for compiling research and trends.
Management
Even Obama Has Trouble Making It Out of the House in the Morning
Mornings are tough for everyone, even the president.
Pay & Benefits
Feds Still Lack Faith That Poor Performers Are Punished
Employees did, however, rate their leaders better on the latest viewpoint survey.
Tech
Data-Theft Arrest Shows that Insider Threat Remains Despite Post-Snowden Security Improvements
The case of the NSA contractor arrested this week shows that the intelligence community has much further to go in stopping insider threats.
Defense
An End to U.S.-Philippine Defense Cooperation?
The Philippines’ decision to call off coordinated military exercises with the U.S. marks a significant shift in the long-time allies’ relationship.
Management
Ex-NASA Official Pleads Guilty to Lying About Contractor Moonlighting
Justice says Goddard Center engineer worked with friend’s firm, steered work and sought job.
Oversight
Both Clinton and Trump Said to Be Taking the Presidential Transition Seriously
Career feds advised to swallow frustration and pitch in to help political appointees.
Pay & Benefits
Retirement Backlog Is Back Down
OPM processed roughly 2,000 more applications in September than in August, bringing the total number of applications in the queue to 15,146.
Defense
The U.S. Army Equipment That Ended Up on eBay
Eight people, including six soldiers, have been charged with conspiring to steal and sell sensitive military equipment on the website.
Defense
The Air Force Just Dropped Two Fake Nukes
The tests in the Nevada desert come as tensions rise with Russia and the Pentagon seeks to replace its aging nuclear arsenal.
Oversight
Play of the Day: You Can Be Trump or Clinton for Halloween… Or Not
Sexy Bernie Sanders is probably the worst political costume, though.
Pay & Benefits
New Rule Would Exclude Non-Manager Feds From Financial Disclosure Requirements
Proposal would implement regulations for 2012 personal financial reporting law.
Management
How Work Can Be Made Meaningful
People find meaning in their work for different reasons, but bad management can easily destroy it.
Tech
Shooting for Space, to Make Life Better on Earth
Elaine Flowers Duncan, an engineer at NASA, talks about what drew her to rocket science.
Management
