Tech
Contractor networks create security risk, Defense official says
Department launches initiatives to better protect sensitive data.
Tech
Information sharing is top priority for federal CIOs, says Pentagon official
Defense Department’s deputy chief information officer says data sharing, security are not mutually exclusive.
Tech
Report: SEC still shows mixed bag on information security
Commission making progress, but work still needs to be done, GAO says.
Defense
Pentagon: Cyberattacks appear to come from China
Intrusions are consistent with Chinese government policy, Pentagon says.
Tech
Veterans Affairs revs up travel Web site
Department is latest to offer one-stop service for managing reservations and expense reporting.
Defense
Users continue to compromise federal computer networks, says tech community
Survey results predict significant growth in identity management to combat security weaknesses.
Defense
OMB reports 60 percent increase in information security incidents
The news is “not necessarily a bad thing,” says administration’s top IT official.
Tech
Agencies tap Army’s expertise on electronic health records
NASA and State, among others, approach officials about fielding their own versions of combat casualty care system.
Defense
House panel OKs tech funds to protect borders
Bill backing development of new technology for border patrol and maritime security draws rare bipartisan support.
Oversight
Next generation air traffic system aimed at cutting cost, pollution
Program will benefit both industry and environment, say experts.
Tech
Survey: Fewer federal CIOs report directly to agency heads
Security, standardization, consolidation listed among key issues facing technology leaders.
Tech
GSA to develop registration system for government fleet
Database would allow law enforcement agencies to verify authenticity of official vehicles.
Oversight
State and local governments boost GSA schedule technology purchases
Sales of wireless services and green computing products lead to big increase in orders.
Tech
Microsoft announces principles to encourage interoperability
Changes could mean simpler integration of systems for federal agencies.
Tech
GSA drives green IT procurements
Agency official touts efforts to reduce energy consumption; hints at pending acquisition regulations.
Oversight
Agencies’ transition to new telecom system slow
GSA says a lack of resources and buy-in from top officials are to blame for prolonged transfer to Networx.
Oversight
Industry hoping for action on data security bill this year
Legislation would update the six-year-old bill establishing requirements for securing personal or sensitive data.
Defense
Security clearance process still a paperwork exercise
Technology association official says only a Web-based system will reduce backlog of needed clearances.
Oversight
Surplus federal computers not reaching rural towns
Advocates push for passage of a bill that would direct federal surplus property to communities in need.
Tech