Department of Homeland Security
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In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Ron Wyden wants to know what a handful of agencies are doing to deploy countermeasures and protect employees and critical facilities.
December 01, 2021 -
Officials from the Department of Homeland Security said they see the cybersecurity talent management system, which officially launched in mid-November after a years-long effort, as a potential prototype for other agencies interested in pursuing civil service modernization.
November 30, 2021 -
HHS' inspector general found the department faces significant challenges when it comes to data, managing it and using it. With details, the senior counselor to the OIG, Andrew VanLandingham, joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin.
November 30, 2021 -
In today's Federal Newscast: CISA is taking new steps to make your email even safer. The Defense Department is looking to expand private in-home childcare. And the Defense Intelligence Agency just inked a massive IT contract.
November 29, 2021 -
TSA is expected to issue new security directives for passenger and freight rail operators in the coming weeks.
November 23, 2021 -
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, part of Homeland Security, has awarded a $1 million grant to a non-profit -- the CyberWarrior Foundation.
November 19, 2021 -
Even simplified acquisitions can get an agency tied into knots. Attorney Joseph Petrillo joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin with details.
November 17, 2021 -
DHS was concerned the Pentagon's approach was too "heavy-handed." Now, officials think "CMMC 2.0" might leave gaps in contractor cybersecurity.
November 16, 2021 -
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense authorization bill has been stalled amid infrastructure and reconciliation talks, but the must-pass legislation could see some movement soon.
November 16, 2021 -
Veterans make up roughly one-quarter of the Department of Homeland Security workforce. DHS Deputy Secretary John Tien, a veteran himself, said the department is working on initiatives to expand the population.
November 12, 2021 -
Wellness of the workforce is a big issue for federal executives, especially for people like Border Patrol agents, who deal with stress and danger, overlaid with the pandemic.
November 08, 2021 -
In today's Federal Newscast: A federal appeals court is fast-tracking a legal challenge to the president's vaccine mandate for large, private employers. Hundreds of millions of dollars are headed toward IT modernization. The Secretary of State has named two top diplomats to lead efforts to deal with Havana Syndrome.
November 08, 2021 -
Few people have more experience in the intricacies of federal procurement than Soraya Correa. Now she's been inducted as a fellow into the National Academy of Public Administration.
October 29, 2021 -
Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate is in the midst of series of prize competitions. It's asking people to come up with great ideas for helping communities deal with hazards thought to relate to climate change.
October 29, 2021 -
In today's Federal Newscast, the TSP is rolling out some new services for participants next summer.
October 27, 2021