What, exactly, is a U.S. CTO?
A look back at the relatively short history of the White House's chief technology officer role and accomplishments of the first four people to hold...
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Voting is now open for the 2020 FedScoop 50 awards. Cast your vote for the best and brightest in the federal IT community!
After months of delays, VA launches modernized Cerner EHR at first medical center
Mann-Grandstaff Medical Center was the first facility to launch the VA's new electronic health record system this weekend.
Agencies starting DevSecOps can access new ATARC code repository
Teams creating a CI/CD pipeline will be able to collaborate using source code management.
Let’s Talk About IT Ep. 15 — John Sherman settles in as DOD deputy CIO
In the podcast, Sherman highlights a major effort he's leading to help modernize and consolidate that Fourth Estate agencies' IT.
Virtual workspaces boost hiring capabilities, says former SBA deputy CIO
Guy Cavello says the pandemic boosted secure remote work capabilities which can help agencies dip into a larger talent pool to fill IT skills gaps.
DISA delays $11B IT contract, removes CMMC requirements for now
Those bidding on the $11.7 billion Defense Enclaves Services IT contract will have to wait a little longer for the final RFP, and likely won't see...
AI Caucus could help generate support for much-needed legislation
Rep. Jerry McNerney believes educating Congress could pave the way for bills like his AI in Government Act of 2020.
Another agency draws attention of senators for warrantless use of phone data
Customs and Border Protection spent nearly half a million dollars on a subscription to Venntel's phone location database.
OPM director: Skills-based hiring will be ‘particularly helpful’ for recruiting...
Michael Rigas said a recent executive order opens a major door for agencies to recruit and interview talented professionals who obtained their skills...
Lawmaker calls for AI to be integrated into all future major defense programs
To modernize the Defense Department, every major program needs to incorporate AI development, said Rep. Anthony Brown, D-Md.
DHS considering CMMC supply chain applications
The department has begun working with vendors to ensure they understand required supply chain controls and are using components and equipment they're...
VA looks beyond multi-factor authentication to secure extended telework
For the VA, multifactor authentication has been around for years. But the pandemic is now pushing the agency to fully embrace it and think beyond.
