Defense
Legislator to push for acceleration of missile defense program
Rep. Duncan Hunter, R-Calif., chides Democrats for their continued opposition to program started more than two decades ago.
Tech
Report: VA treated data breach with ‘indifference’
Employee responsible for stolen computer equipment was not authorized to take sensitive personal information home, inspector general report says.
News
IRS headquarters to remain shut for months
Repairing extensive damage from flooding will cost tens of millions of dollars; employees may start returning in the fall.
Management
Competitive sourcing veterans share stories, tips
Agencies should focus on communication before and during competitions, and follow-through once they are finished, officials say.
Defense
Security clearance processing deadlines pose challenges
For the first time in months, the Defense Security Service fully resumes its work.
Tech
In pandemic, homes could become 'safe havens' for work
OPM issues guidelines for agencies on maintaining operations in the event of a flu outbreak.
Pay & Benefits
OPM chief renews push for electronic pension system
Despite setback in House vote, Linda Springer says she's optimistic an electronic processing system will eventually receive funding from lawmakers.
Tech
The Clinger-Cohen Act, 10 Years Later: The Five Percent Solution
In part one of our four-part series on the landmark law overhauling information technology procurement, we look at whether or not the legislation has achieved its stated aims.
Defense
Partisans seek edge in homeland security funding
Senior Republicans are increasingly frustrated with DHS’ financial management, especially that of the Federal Protective Service.
Defense
Review of Army combat program challenges need for lighter vehicles
Study could help ease requirements for future fleet, quickening vehicle development and ultimately reducing costs.
Oversight
Shifting Picture
Changing dynamics make the race for control of the Senate interesting again.
Defense
Top intelligence officer pushes businesses to act
Cultural and institutional barriers remain a problem with sharing information, director of national intelligence tells Chamber of Commerce audience.
Tech
Two federal programs honored for innovations
Awards come with $100,000 prize, designed to help apply the programs’ creative ideas elsewhere in government.
Defense
Congress faces time crunch on spending bills
Senate leaders weigh attaching a continuing resolution to Defense bill to fund other areas of government until after the election.
News
Forward Observer: Leaky Logic
When uncomfortable truths are revealed to the public, government officials often attack the messengers.
Defense
Navy intranet chief to retire later this year
Rear Adm. James Godwin helped oversee the extension of the NMCI contract with Texas-based contractor EDS.
Defense