Retirement
Federal Benefits Q&A
Question: "I'm considering getting married. I retired in December 2012, and I am in the CSRS. I know my annuity will be reduced, but if I decide to marry, let's say in January 2016 or 2017, will I have to come up with the money, a lump sum, to provide a survivor annuity?"
Nextgov
The Internet of Things Means More Things to Hack
It's great that more everyday items have online capabilities, but it's also a whole new world of cyber vulnerability.
Nextgov
Hackers Channel Biebs, Avenge Russian Occupation and Target Turkish Officials
Just another week in ThreatWatch, our regularly updated index of noteworthy data breaches.
Management
Employee Engagement Isn’t Enough
Only an agile workforce can capitalize on change and uncertainty.
Nextgov
Strange but True: Snakes, Rodents Plague DISA's Fort Huachuca Buildings
Too bad varmints don't help gadget tests.
Defense One
Here’s What the West Can Do to Stop Russia
Economic sanctions are essential but military measures are also necessary to preserve European peace and security. By Stephen Blank
Oversight
Several Major Agencies Still Lack Permanent Watchdogs
Inspectors general have been missing at some departments, including Interior and the U.S. Agency for International Development, for years.
Management
The Government Bureaucracy is Even Worse Than Back-Stabbing Academia Apparently
Professor who worked at HHS complains about ‘remarkably dysfunctional’ management processes and red tape at department.
Management
Why Managers Shouldn't Focus on Hires Who Will Hit the Ground Running
It's better to think about long-term potential and cultural fit.
Management
More Federal Employees View Lack of Training as Discrimination
More training would help employees improve their skills, but it could also reduce the number of discrimination and retaliation complaints filed against the government, according to this chart.
Defense
Afghanistan From the Air
What does an airport say about a country? More than you might think.
Defense
Air Force Missileer Weaknesses Worse Than Previously Thought
The Air Force crews responsible for overseeing the nation’s nuclear stockpiles would have failed their inspection if they hadn’t juked the stats.
Defense One
Three Myths About the Defense Budget
Critics who say the Pentagon’s FY15 budget request is a ‘skeleton budget’ that sets us back to pre-War War II levels are wrong. Here’s why. By Ben Freeman
Nextgov
For Tech Pros, There Is Such Thing as a Free Lunch
Federal agencies can't match private-sector perks, but meaningful work is also a draw.
Defense One
Navy Submarine Drones Will Predict the Weather Months In Advance
More subdrones, fewer satellites -- the future of weather prediction is changing faster than the weather. By Patrick Tucker
Nextgov
Federal Cyber Hiring Could Take a Hit Under Marijuana Mandate
The government hopes stimulating work is enough of a draw for ethical hackers.
Defense
Congress Wants to Shield Veterans From Another Government Shutdown
Lawmakers push for advance funding for VA.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Crimea's Questionable Vote to Join Russia
Senators are on their way to the Ukraine.
Management
Cross-Agency Priority Goals Set World-Class Benchmarks
OMB guidance calls for top talent, best contractors and shared services.
Defense One