Read the original article: Telework capabilities set stage for truly mobile DOD workforce To maintain readiness, the military requires modern communications environments to connect joint and coalition forces, as well as support internal organizations and service providers for effective collaboration.…
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How 2020 became Dana Deasy’s year of delivery
Read the original article: How 2020 became Dana Deasy’s year of delivery From JEDI controversy to a devastating pandemic, this year has been the Defense Department’s best test case for digital modernization. Become a supporter of IT Security News…
DARPA scouting for ‘revolutionary’ ideas
Read the original article: DARPA scouting for ‘revolutionary’ ideas The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is looking for unconventional approaches that challenge conventional wisdom and have the potential to radically change established practices. Become a supporter of IT Security…
GDIT hangs on to DEOS cloud contract
Read the original article: GDIT hangs on to DEOS cloud contract The Pentagon re-awards DEOS cloud contract to GDIT, but lowers the ceiling value from the original award, from $7.6 billion to $4.4 billion. Become a supporter of IT…
Digital contact tracing key to force readiness, DOD says
Read the original article: Digital contact tracing key to force readiness, DOD says The Defense Health Agency envisions personnel wearing an unobtrusive device that supports proximity logging and recording in all military environments, including those disconnected from wide-area networks, to…
DOD could get permanent telework capability in 2021
Read the original article: DOD could get permanent telework capability in 2021 The Defense Department wants to convert its key telework tool, the Commercial Virtual Remote (CVR) environment, to a permanent capability by next summer. Become a supporter of…
National Guard steps up election support
Read the original article: National Guard steps up election support This year National Guard units will be on the keyboards and, in some areas, at the polls. Become a supporter of IT Security News and help us remove the…
Army IT chief mulls risk management reform
Read the original article: Army IT chief mulls risk management reform Retooling legacy cyber processes, such as the risk management framework, is a top priority for Lt. Gen. John Morrison, the Army’s new Deputy Chief of Staff, G-6. Become…
DARPA tests autonomous vehicles’ ability to tell friend from foe
Read the original article: DARPA tests autonomous vehicles’ ability to tell friend from foe The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is looking for ways autonomous vehicles can make it easier for commanders to detect and track threats among civilians in…
Dems brace for internal defense budget fight
Read the original article: Dems brace for internal defense budget fight Defense committee leaders look for a cohesive national security strategy that supports reductions without hampering readiness, but progressives might seek steeper cuts. Become a supporter of IT Security…
DISA delays $11.7B IT ‘Enclave’ contract
Read the original article: DISA delays $11.7B IT ‘Enclave’ contract The Defense Information Systems Agency wants more time to get its multi-billion dollar IT services contract ready. Become a supporter of IT Security News and help us remove the…
DHS, Coast Guard acquisition officials need closer watch, report finds
Read the original article: DHS, Coast Guard acquisition officials need closer watch, report finds The Department of Homeland Security needs to be consistent in nominating and designating acquisition oversight officials. Become a supporter of IT Security News and help…
National Guard on hand for election cybersecurity
Read the original article: National Guard on hand for election cybersecurity While a new bipartisan bill clarifies that governors can call on the National Guard to protect critical election infrastructure, some states have already activated guard units. Become a…
The Army’s new pay system could upgrade talent management
Read the original article: The Army’s new pay system could upgrade talent management The Army is planning to field an app-friendly human resources system that could hold the data needed to improve its workforce. Become a supporter of IT…
NSA warns industry about China hacks
Read the original article: NSA warns industry about China hacks The National Security Agency released details on 25 existing vulnerabilities that Chinese state-sponsored threat groups are using to try to penetrate defense industrial base networks. Become a supporter of…
Questions about the CMMC interim rule? Two lawyers have answers
Read the original article: Questions about the CMMC interim rule? Two lawyers have answers Two contract lawyers take on what vendors really need to know about the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program. Become a supporter of IT Security News…
Army takes a look at spectrum on the battlefield
Read the original article: Army takes a look at spectrum on the battlefield Managing electromagnetic spectrum will become increasingly important as the Army pushes for large-scale operations across domains. Become a supporter of IT Security News and help us…
Solving the Army’s data talent problem
Read the original article: Solving the Army’s data talent problem The Army needs to develop specific skill sets and retool or retrain existing workforce, said Mark Gorak, the director of people analytics for the Assistant Secretary of the Army Manpower…
Is the AF’s Digital University the future of IT training?
Read the original article: Is the AF’s Digital University the future of IT training? Both novices and experts can take advantage of over 7,000 classes to stay current with advancing technologies and learn digital skills they can use to build…
DOD revs up 5G testbeds with $600 million investment
Read the original article: DOD revs up 5G testbeds with $600 million investment The Defense Department is investing $600 million for at-scale 5G testing of augmented/virtual reality for mission planning and training, smart warehouses and technologies to enhance distributed command…
IC needs workforce reform, Congress says
Read the original article: IC needs workforce reform, Congress says A new congressional report wants the intelligence community to reform its personnel practices as well as take a few cues from the Defense Department to speed innovation. Become a…
Pentagon releases long-awaited data strategy
Read the original article: Pentagon releases long-awaited data strategy The Defense Department’s new data strategy takes on ethics, governance and data standards. Become a supporter of IT Security News and help us remove the ads. Read the original article:…
DISA touts SETI for small business contracts
Read the original article: DISA touts SETI for small business contracts The Systems Engineering, Technology and Innovation contract vehicle is part of DISA’s effort to consolidate its IT services and has a $7.5 billion ceiling with separate tracks for large…
Army tests out augmented reality with training
Read the original article: Army tests out augmented reality with training As social distancing becomes the norm, the Army increasingly looks to virtual training. Become a supporter of IT Security News and help us remove the ads. Read the…
Senators warm to idea of more pandemic funds, flexibility for DOD
Read the original article: Senators warm to idea of more pandemic funds, flexibility for DOD The Defense Department’s chief buying executive addressed accusations of money mismanagement while arguing for more COVID relief during an Oct. 1 Senate hearing. Advertise…
Space Force and cyber
Read the original article: Space Force and cyber Lt. Gen. John Thompson, commander of the Space and Missile Systems Center under the U.S. Space Force, said cybersecurity was increasingly integral to space missions and changes had to be made to…
When security matters, sometimes only a digital twin will do
Read the original article: When security matters, sometimes only a digital twin will do GEMINAI creates a verifiable, privacy-protected synthetic twin of real-world datasets that can be manipulated and analyzed without disturbing or compromising the original data. Advertise on…
Army needs to analyze OTA use, watchdog finds
Read the original article: Army needs to analyze OTA use, watchdog finds A GAO report found that the Army needs to do a thorough analysis of its use of rapid acquisition agreements to make contracting practices more uniform. Advertise…
GSA adds American-made, defense drones to schedule
Read the original article: GSA adds American-made, defense drones to schedule Through the Defense Innovation Unit’s Blue sUAS initiative, five U.S.-manufactured drone configurations are providing secure options for military and civilian agencies. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the…
Lawmakers say Pentagon needs to be more aggressive with AI
Read the original article: Lawmakers say Pentagon needs to be more aggressive with AI The Defense Department doesn’t have the right mindset when it comes to artificial intelligence and unmanned systems, the Future Defense Task Force says. Advertise on…
NDIA appoints Punaro board chair
Read the original article: NDIA appoints Punaro board chair The National Defense Industrial Association, one of three main trade groups representing government contractors, has appointed a familiar face to chair its board of directors. Advertise on IT Security News.…
Can machines teach themselves about time?
Read the original article: Can machines teach themselves about time? To expand the shelf life of artificial intelligence systems, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is looking for researchers to help it build a neural network architecture with a self-understanding…
The challenges of bringing your own classified device
Read the original article: The challenges of bringing your own classified device The intelligence community is working out whether it can allow staff to use their own devices for work. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article:…
Nearly 50% of Pentagon workers still teleworking
Read the original article: Nearly 50% of Pentagon workers still teleworking Safety protocols would allow up to 80% on-site, but there’s no rush to recall remote employees. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article: Nearly 50% of…
DOD floats plan to build its own 5G network
Read the original article: DOD floats plan to build its own 5G network The Defense Department issued a request for information looking for ideas on implementing dynamic spectrum sharing to support 5G development and deployment for military and commercial users.…
Telework exposes vulnerabilities in older ID systems
Read the original article: Telework exposes vulnerabilities in older ID systems Adversaries are adapting to the shifting identity authentication gaps on federal and commercial networks created by the remote work environment, according to federal security experts. Advertise on IT…
Why talent, diversity are central to the Army’s enterprise modernization
Read the original article: Why talent, diversity are central to the Army’s enterprise modernization Ross Guckert, the new program executive officer for enterprise information services, took on a new role at a tumultuous time. FCW talked with him to understand…
Telework exposes vulnerabilities in older ID systems
Read the original article: Telework exposes vulnerabilities in older ID systems Adversaries are adapting to the shifting identity authentication gaps on federal and commercial networks created by the remote work environment, according to federal security experts. Advertise on IT…
Can machines teach themselves about time?
Read the original article: Can machines teach themselves about time? To expand the shelf life of artificial intelligence systems, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is looking for researchers to help it build a neural network architecture with a self-understanding…
How cross-domain technologies are central to JADC2 success
Read the original article: How cross-domain technologies are central to JADC2 success Expanded with commercial technology, cross-domain solutions will play a crucial role in detecting threats as our military advantage on the world stage faces increasingly tough competition. Advertise…
A secure cloud computing event — for real
Read the original article: A secure cloud computing event — for real This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. A secure cloud computing event — for real Advertise on…
Army looks to machine learning to prevent injuries
Read the original article: Army looks to machine learning to prevent injuries Hoping to reduce costly non-combat muscle and bone injuries to warfighters, the Army turns to a machine learning-based tool used in professional sports. Advertise on IT Security…
Why networks should come first in DOD IT modernization
Read the original article: Why networks should come first in DOD IT modernization Having visibility into the network and having a timely access to data is the key to intelligent decision making and performance optimization. Advertise on IT Security…
A year with the Army’s cloud management office
Read the original article: A year with the Army’s cloud management office The Army’s enterprise cloud office is coming up on its first anniversary. FCW talked with its director, Paul Puckett, about what the office has been up to and…
Air Force seeks proof of concept in latest JADC2 experiment
Read the original article: Air Force seeks proof of concept in latest JADC2 experiment The Air Force’s “internet of things” also known as the Advanced Battle Management System is headed into a massive experiment to iron out the complexities of…
Joint All-Domain Command and Control: It’s all about the data
Read the original article: Joint All-Domain Command and Control: It’s all about the data Critical applications and data become liabilities if they cannot be architected in a lightweight, modular manner, readily scaled and consistently deployed everywhere they are needed —…
Energy Department’s AI office looking for partnerships
Read the original article: Energy Department’s AI office looking for partnerships Two recently announced artificial intelligence collaborations show how the technology can affect real world problems, according to the head of the Energy Department’s AI office. Advertise on IT…
How Cyber Command is taking the fight abroad
Read the original article: How Cyber Command is taking the fight abroad The head of U.S. Cyber Command defends “persistent engagement” strategy with adversaries, explaining that proactive cyber operations won’t lead the U.S. into an “all out war.” Advertise…
DARPA’s new hardware proves tough to crack
Read the original article: DARPA’s new hardware proves tough to crack The Defense Department’s advanced research arm has early results from its effort to prove that re-engineering hardware makes for fewer cyber vulnerabilities. Advertise on IT Security News. Read…
DOD’s China-tech waiver targets bulk buys, excludes major weapons systems
Read the original article: DOD’s China-tech waiver targets bulk buys, excludes major weapons systems Nearly three-fourths of what the Defense Department buys will be temporarily exempt from the government-wide Huawei ban. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original…
JEDI may be Microsoft’s key to global government market
Read the original article: JEDI may be Microsoft’s key to global government market JEDI is a huge contract on its own, but Microsoft also apparently sees its win of the Defense Department’s cloud infrastructure contract as a launching pad for…
Pentagon advances domestic drone plan
Read the original article: Pentagon advances domestic drone plan The Defense Department names five U.S. vendors for domestic sourcing of small drone aircraft. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article: Pentagon advances domestic drone plan
Pentagon moves to revamp online education systems
Read the original article: Pentagon moves to revamp online education systems As the pandemic increases the need for online learning, the Defense Department’s chief management officer pushes change. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article: Pentagon moves…
JAIC to expand ethics team
Read the original article: JAIC to expand ethics team Jane Pinelis, the JAIC’s chief of testing, evaluation, and assessment, said the center is working to expand its ethics team, which is charged with ensuring the Defense Department’s AI projects meet…
DOD eyes large COVID payments for contractors
Read the original article: DOD eyes large COVID payments for contractors Ellen Lord, the Defense Department’s chief buyer, said the organization is considering lump-sum payments for COVID-19 claims rather than negotiating contract-by-contract. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the…
Protecting emerging and existing technology investments with escrow
Read the original article: Protecting emerging and existing technology investments with escrow A technology escrow program can protect the interests of the Defense Department and its contractors by mitigating risks should contractual default occur. Advertise on IT Security News.…
How’s my driving? Researchers measure trust in autonomous vehicles
Read the original article: How’s my driving? Researchers measure trust in autonomous vehicles Scientists at the Army Research Lab are using facial recognition technology to gauge the trust soldiers have in their robotic teammates, enabling developers to calibrate systems so…
Why DOD’s diversity problem can’t be solved with numbers
Read the original article: Why DOD’s diversity problem can’t be solved with numbers Janice Glover-Jones, the Defense Intelligence Agency’s chief diversity, equality and inclusion officer, said that diversity has to be more than compliance and “promote inclusive behaviors.” Advertise…
DOD clears mid-band spectrum for commercial 5G
Read the original article: DOD clears mid-band spectrum for commercial 5G The Defense Department has made another 100 megahertz of mid-band spectrum bandwidth available for commercial 5G use. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article: DOD clears…
DOD asks for extension on JEDI review
Read the original article: DOD asks for extension on JEDI review The Defense Department requested an extension to a stay in a lawsuit before announcing any revisions to the award in the $10 billion Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure cloud deal.…
Tech, politics, and the future of warfare
Read the original article: Tech, politics, and the future of warfare The military’s need for quick technological development is hamstrung by politics, acquisition, and culture. FCW talks with former Senate staff director Christian Brose about his new book on the…
DOD asks for extension on JEDI review
Read the original article: DOD asks for extension on JEDI review The Defense Department requested an extension to a stay in a lawsuit before announcing any revisions to the award in the $10 billion Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure cloud deal.…
Tech, politics, and the future of warfare
Read the original article: Tech, politics, and the future of warfare The military’s need for quick technological development is hamstrung by politics, acquisition, and culture. FCW talks with former Senate staff director Christian Brose about his new book on the…
Securing DOD telework for the long-term
Read the original article: Securing DOD telework for the long-term For a more telework-friendly environment, the Defense Department must increase access to government-issued devices, leverage the cloud and promote secure collaboration. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original…
Solarium commissioners focus on cyber director, better attribution
Read the original article: Solarium commissioners focus on cyber director, better attribution Negotiations between the House and Senate on a $740 billion defense authorization bill will determine which recommendations from the Cyberspace Solarium Commission make it into law. Advertise…
NatSec users should mask location data, NSA says
Read the original article: NatSec users should mask location data, NSA says The spy agency is advising users of Defense Department and National Security Systems to take steps to mask their location data on mobile devices and computers. Advertise…
Trump’s pick to head DOD’s CAPE talks management
Read the original article: Trump’s pick to head DOD’s CAPE talks management John Whitley, the nominee to lead the critical Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation office talked with the Senate Armed Services Committee about the future of the chief management…
Understanding the DOD’s ban on some China-made telecom gear
Read the original article: Understanding the DOD’s ban on some China-made telecom gear Alejandro Sarria and Jason Workmaster, two attorneys specializing in federal contracting, shed some light on the fast approaching government ban on contracting with companies that use certain…
Could a new academy solve the AI talent problem?
Read the original article: Could a new academy solve the AI talent problem? The National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence is recommending a new academy to train feds to take on federal agency jobs involving emerging technologies including AI. …
Understanding the DOD’s ban on some China-made telecom gear
Read the original article: Understanding the DOD’s ban on some China-made telecom gear FCW spoke with Alejandro Sarria and Jason Workmaster, two attorneys specializing in federal contracting to get some clarity on the fast approaching government ban on contracting with…
Could a new academy solve the AI talent problem?
Read the original article: Could a new academy solve the AI talent problem? The National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence is recommending a new academy to train feds to take on federal agency jobs involving emerging technologies including AI. …
JEDI announcement slated for end of August, Pentagon says
Read the original article: JEDI announcement slated for end of August, Pentagon says Defense Department CIO Dana Deasy said that “barring any last minute unforeseen additional issues that are raised,” the Pentagon expects to announce its “intentions to award” by…
Solarium commissioners focus on cyber director, better attribution
Read the original article: Solarium commissioners focus on cyber director, better attribution Negotiations between the House and Senate on a $740 billion defense authorization bill will determine which recommendations from the Cyberspace Solarium Commission make it into law. Advertise…
DOD’s cyber chief to exit this month
Read the original article: DOD’s cyber chief to exit this month The Pentagon’s lead cybersecurity expert, Jack Wilmer, is leaving his post for an industry role at the end of July. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original…
Senate passes 2021 NDAA with veto-proof majority
Read the original article: Senate passes 2021 NDAA with veto-proof majority The Senate passed its version of the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act and the bill now heads to conference. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article:…
Culture, leadership are keys to DOD telework post-COVID
Read the original article: Culture, leadership are keys to DOD telework post-COVID Peter Ranks, the Defense Department’s deputy chief information officer for information enterprise, said continued leadership on flexible telework policies were needed to create a “new normal.” Advertise…
Army stands up its first software factory
Read the original article: Army stands up its first software factory Army Futures Command announced it has launched its first software factory at its headquarters in Austin, Texas. The entity is expected to hit initial operating capacity in early 2021.…
Navy considers wearables for proximity tracking
Read the original article: Navy considers wearables for proximity tracking The Naval Sea Systems Command is looking for wearable tracking devices so it can tell when staff members might have been exposed to a COVID-positive person at work. Advertise…
2020 election security is ‘number one goal’, NSA chief says
Read the original article: 2020 election security is ‘number one goal’, NSA chief says Gen. Paul Nakasone’s remarks come as a group of former senior officials seek funds to counter the “extraordinary challenges” posed by coronavirus pandemic and foreign interference…
Army re-orgs tech directorate
Read the original article: Army re-orgs tech directorate The Army has a new strategic operations directorate under the department’s management office, an organization said to be a “precursor” to the upcoming CIO reorganization. Advertise on IT Security News. Read…
House passes NDAA with TikTok ban
Read the original article: House passes NDAA with TikTok ban The House of Representatives passed a defense bill for 2021 that authorizes $731.6 billion in defense spending, includes cyber, workforce, acquisition provisions and a ban on the popular social media…
House passes NDAA with TikTok ban
Read the original article: House passes NDAA with TikTok ban The House of Representatives passed a defense bill for 2021 that authorizes $731.6 billion in defense spending, includes cyber, workforce, acquisition provisions and a ban on the popular social media…
DISA leans in on zero trust
Read the original article: DISA leans in on zero trust The Defense Information Systems Agency is teaming up with the National Security Agency to deliver the first zero trust reference architecture guidance later this year. Advertise on IT Security…
NDAA gets new wave of Solarium cyber amendments
Read the original article: NDAA gets new wave of Solarium cyber amendments Much of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission’s agenda is being pushed into this year’s defense authorization process, including its crown jewel idea of a national cyber director. Advertise…
Defense contractors mount pressure for more pandemic stimulus funds
Read the original article: Defense contractors mount pressure for more pandemic stimulus funds Major defense company executives are pushing the White House and Pentagon for additional financial relief due to increased costs caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Advertise on…
Securing the federal supply chain
Read the original article: Securing the federal supply chain Because supply chains are already compromised, agencies must also implement stringent controls ranging from network segmentation to analytics and threat intelligence. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article:…
Lawmakers call on Army to coordinate small-drone defenses
Read the original article: Lawmakers call on Army to coordinate small-drone defenses A bipartisan amendment would charge the Army with coordinating defenses against small drones across the Defense Department. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article: Lawmakers…
New vulnerability could impact global enterprise networks
Read the original article: New vulnerability could impact global enterprise networks A particularly dangerous vulnerability has been uncovered in F5’s BIG-IP networking devices produced by F5, impacting enterprise networks across the globe. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the…
Marines connect smart base infrastructure
Read the original article: Marines connect smart base infrastructure The smart base testbed will leverage Marine Corps Air Station Miramar’s investments in both autonomous vehicles testing and microgrid technology. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article: Marines…
Perspecta takes NGEN protest to court
Read the original article: Perspecta takes NGEN protest to court Perspecta is going to the judicial arena in the company’s fight for at least another opportunity to try and keep its large NGEN network services contract with the Navy. …
VA secretary touts department’s telework, telehealth efforts
Read the original article: VA secretary touts department’s telework, telehealth efforts Secretary Robert Wilkie also discussed the electronic health care records rollout and VA’s need to pay more for certain essential hires. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the…
House panel advances measure to eliminate CMO
Read the original article: House panel advances measure to eliminate CMO The Defense Department’s number three job would be eliminated thanks to a late-add amendment to the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the…
Lawmakers spotlight cyber in Senate defense bill
Read the original article: Lawmakers spotlight cyber in Senate defense bill Amendments filed to the Senate version of the National Defense Authorization Act by Sen. Angus King (I-Maine) and others would implement more than a dozen recommendations from the Solarium…
Thornberry talks acquisition reform in 2021 NDAA
Read the original article: Thornberry talks acquisition reform in 2021 NDAA Rep. Mac Thornberry (R-Texas) is hopeful that lasting change comes with his latest provisions in what is set to be his last National Defense Authorization Act. Advertise on…
White House clashes with legislators over new cyber post
Read the original article: White House clashes with legislators over new cyber post The co-chair of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission said he has yet to hear from the White House on why they don’t want a new top cybersecurity official…
Congress weighs fate of DOD’s chief management officer
Read the original article: Congress weighs fate of DOD’s chief management officer The Defense Department’s chief management office is, again, fending off political pressure to eliminate it. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article: Congress weighs fate…
Senate NDAA repeals protest pilot, seeks clarity on JRSS
Read the original article: Senate NDAA repeals protest pilot, seeks clarity on JRSS Lawmakers in the Senate are running out of patience with the nebulous status of the Joint Regional Security Stacks effort and want to give new contracting authority…
CMMC training registration starts, but worries persist
Read the original article: CMMC training registration starts, but worries persist The first cadre of DOD cybersecurity assessors is expected to graduate by early August, but concerns loom over Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification. Advertise on IT Security News. Read…
DOD looks for extension on Huawei ban
Read the original article: DOD looks for extension on Huawei ban With a looming implementation deadline in August, DOD looks for leniency in anti-Huawei product requirements for defense contractors. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article: DOD…
DOD plans new JEDI amendment
Read the original article: DOD plans new JEDI amendment The Pentagon says it expect to be able to finish its revisions and make a new award decision by Aug. 17. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the original article:…