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From Nextgov.com: Shortage of skilled cyber specialists fuels debate over pay
Network operators and penetration testers could earn more than compliance analysts and auditors.
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From Nextgov.com: Cyber identity strategy would eliminate the need for multiple passwords
Commerce Secretary Gary Locke dismissed rumors the plan would lead to national ID cards for citizens.
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Transparency websites hit by budget ax
The deal struck to avoid a shutdown would endanger sites as Data.gov, which have enjoyed bipartisan support.
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Gen Y and Your IT Department
A new survey shows a convergence of generational attitudes on the role of workplace technology.
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From Nextgov.com: White House push to help technology startups gets mixed reviews
Companies say agencies have granted few waivers to complex acquisition rules that stymie entrepreneurial developers.
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Distinguishing Pentagon Performers
Lawmaker would curb raises for those earning unsatisfactory reviews.
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NASA For Hire
Hiring effort is to assist aerospace workers impacted by the end of the Space Shuttle program.
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Program Manager Class
Proposed classification would affect pay plans, series, titles and grades of IT program managers.
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Group says biometric screening could reduce airport hassle
Passengers who volunteer personal biometric data — possibly including iris scans or fingerprints — and answer questions would glide through airport security.
Oversight
GSA’s wiki platform is improving efficiency and performance, senior official says
Initiative is in keeping with White House efforts to link open government to improved operations.
Defense
From Nextgov: U.S. supercomputer experts assess radiation risks amid crisis at Japanese nuclear facility
The National Nuclear Security Administration activates a California-based center to process predictive models based on available information.
Oversight
Federal mentors dispense wisdom on YouTube
Top government leaders offer career advice in online videos for young employees.
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Race to Hire
The Veterans Affairs Department has brought on 365 new IT workers so far in its push announced in January.
Defense
Government uses new and old media to get its message out after Japan disaster
Press conferences, Twitter help agencies disseminate information on tsunami effects in the U.S.
Oversight
SEC told to reorganize and live within its means
House hearing on conflict-of-interest charges involving former general counsel leaves agency battling for public trust and increased funding.
Tech
From Nextgov.com: GPS industry and new cellular carrier spar over interference issue
Effort to expand broadband access could cause massive disruption, critics say.
Oversight
Patent bill passes Senate, House hurdles lie ahead
If enacted, the legislation would be the first major overhaul of the patent system in more than half a century.
Oversight
Study shows health IT efforts worthwhile
The review of 154 other studies found that 92 percent were positive overall.
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