August 22 DOD Spotlight II: The Enterprise fights back
The Army’s ambitious plan to consolidate hundreds of separate networks into a unified Global Network Enterprise Construct promises big benefits, but also tall challenges. This story will update the latest revisions to the plan as it grapples with budget cuts and technology roadmap changes.
Writer: Amber Corrin, acorrin@1105govinfo.com
Posted on Jun 15, 2011 at 12:20 PM0 comments
August 8 Emerging Tech IT Security
Security breaches at RSA Security and Lockheed Martin are the most recent examples of what is called the advanced persistent threat, a form of cyberattack that targets government and industry and is characterized by its patience and sophistication. This story will explain how APT works and examine what kinds of cybersecurity defenses will be most effective against it.
Writer: Alan Joch, ajoch AT worldpath DOT net
Posted on Jun 15, 2011 at 12:20 PM0 comments
July 11 Federal Workplace 2011: Executive Management
This report will spotlight three relatively new federal executive positions that have increasing importance for agency information policy and operations. The positions are Performance Improvement Officer, Chief Privacy Officer, and Director of New Media/Citizen Engagement. By profiling several individuals who hold these positions, the story will illustrate their typical responsibilities, required skills and prior experiences.
Writer: Alyah Khan, akhan@1105govinfo.com
Posted on May 12, 2011 at 12:20 PM0 comments