The Fed Mission Success Round Up: Biden Cyber Agenda; DISA Strategic Plan Refresh; and More
12/7/20
Welcome to the Fed Mission Success News Round Up brought to you by Makpar. Each week, we will provide a summary of actionable news and insights to help aid in overall mission success for federal agency IT decision-makers and influencers.
Setting the Biden-Era Cybersecurity Agenda
The Biden administration will face a wide array of cybersecurity challenges but can take meaningful action in at least five key areas, according to a new report from the Aspen Cybersecurity Group.
USAF Primed to Launch New Phase of Data Strategy
Eileen Vidrine, the Air Force's chief data officer, recently spoke with FCW about how the Air Force will be publishing an implementation plan in support of the DoD data strategy.
DISA Refreshes Strategic Plan for 2022
The Defense Information Systems Agency has refreshed its three-year strategy to better emphasize cyber defense, the role of cloud and enterprise services.
DoD Taking Renewed Interest in Blockchain Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
The Department of Defense’s Uniformed Services University said that the military health system should consider using blockchain for everything from credentialing providers at clinics to tracking the distribution of a COVID vaccine as part of Operation Warp Speed.
DOE, DOI to Modernize Ocean Energy Safety Institute
The Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Interior's (DOI) Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) have earmarked $40 million in funds over a five-year period to back the modernization of the Ocean Energy Safety Institute.
USDA Launches AskUSDA, Improves and Streamlines Customer Experience
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently launched its AskUSDA Contact Center program, which will serve as the “one front door” for phone, chat, and web inquires, transforming how the public interacts with USDA and providing an enhanced experience for the public.
NIH CIO Inducted as National Academy of Public Administration Fellow
Andrea Norris, CIO of NIH, was recently inducted into National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA) effectively guiding the agency through the COVID-19 pandemic.
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