Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is the protection of computer software, systems and networks from threats that can lead to unauthorized information disclosure, theft or damage to hardware, software or data, as well as from the disruption or misdirection of the services they provide. Federal agencies are reducing risk, prioritizing threat-monitoring tools and developing cybersecurity resilience to thwart threats.
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DOE Strengthened Grid, Cyber Defenses During Winter Storm Fern
DOE leveraged emergency energy authorities and cybersecurity partnerships to protect critical infrastructure during Winter Storm Fern.
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Agencies Take on IT Modernization
Navy and Marine Corps models show how outcome-driven modernization is reshaping federal IT.
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New DOW Cyber Construct Aims for ‘Machine-Speed’ Defense
CSRMC embeds automation, telemetry and secure‑by‑design principles to outpace modern adversaries and unify risk posture.
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OMB Memo Rescinds Mandatory Software Security Vetting
New OMB directive rescinds rules mandating software bill of materials, making SBOMs an option, not a requirement.
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Preparing for CMMC Implementation
Panelists discuss what the move from self‑attestation to third‑party review means for contractors and how to build resilient, audit‑ready supply chains.
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AI Demands Secure, Expanded Data Infrastructure
Growing AI workloads are forcing agencies to rethink storage, cybersecurity and infrastructure investments to support innovation.
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Introducing Technically Zen, an Upcoming Podcast on Wellness in Tech
A preview episode introducing Technically Zen, a new podcast exploring well-being, leadership and resilience for federal technologists.
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Building Resilient AI Infrastructure
Officials from the Transportation Department, Government Accountability Office and CDW will discuss how agencies are navigating the transition from experimental AI to scalable, production-grade systems that deliver tangible ROI without requiring a "rip and replace" of existing legacy assets.
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What’s Coming in Federal IT in 2026
Agency leaders are operationalizing AI and modernizing legacy software to meet the demands of a changing government landscape.
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Pentagon SWFT Responses Back Shift to Continuous Software Authorization
Industry feedback urges the Pentagon to end checklist compliance and adopt data‑driven trust models as SWFT modernizes software acquisition.
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CMS Uses Explainable AI to Strengthen Medicare Fraud Detection
CMS will use Milliman’s explainable AI model to help investigators focus on high-risk Medicare claims and reduce false-positive fraud alerts.
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Marine Corps’ Stormbreaker Project Rewrites Cyber Compliance Rules
Continuous monitoring and faster authorizations are helping agencies shed legacy timelines and strengthen resilience.
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