NIST security expert elected AAAS fellow

The world's largest general scientific society will honor a member of the NIST Information Technology Laboratory.

Verizon wins $186M postal service network contract

New contract continues around-the-clock network services that began in 1997 under the Managed Network Services award.

Public release of contractor data delayed

The delay gives the government time to make system changes so contractors can challenge what's in the system.

ICF wins contract to improve student dropout rates

The Education Department awards a $32.8 million contract to ICF to use technology to improve at-risk student graduation rates.

SAIC wins construction job at Marshall Space Flight Center

Under new contract, SAIC will provide construction for NASA buildings.

Is Social Security headed for the cloud?

The agency is looking for comments on how to improve its data storage infrastructure and a private cloud solution is in the mix.

Better government management is in reach

Student ideas reveal effective management techniques that could be adopted today in agencies.

Big Blue completes purchase of Canadian cloud provider

Acquisition of Toronto's Platform Computing is expected to accelerate IBM’s growth in smarter computing arena.

CACI hires former Joint Chiefs of Staff policy adviser

New hire is charged with developing and evolving corporate strategy and key client relationships.

CSC unveils a cloud for federal agencies

CSC has unveiled a cloud computing platform designed primarily for federal agencies, which provides infrastructure-as-a-service offerings.

ITT Exelis team targets huge FAA opportunity

ITT Exelis team includes airlines, manufacturers and other system integrators. Who made the cut?

Air Force wants wearable computers

The Air Force is seeking input from businesses on developing a wearable computer system.

OMB's Lew to take over as White House chief of staff

OMB head to become Obama's right hand.

SRA will operate all facets of HHS health care data bank

Five-year contract calls for system and software development, call center operations, document processing, security and more.

QinetiQ hire charged with expanding client base

New senior vice president previously served as vice president of strategy and business development at SAIC.

Agencies didn't weigh risks when hiring support contractors: GAO

Few considered risks when awarding contracts that closely supported inherently governmental functions.

SAIC hit with a second class-action suit

TRICARE contractor sued in connection with information breach.

ManTech makes its move into health care

ManTech acquires health care systems integrator Evolvent Technologies and stakes a claim to the health care market.

DOD tries to calm industry fears

Despite projected spending decreases, industry will remain the military’s key partner, a top DOD acquisition official says.

Vangent gains pounds for General Dynamics with UK award

Subsidiary will develop a solution to calculate quality outcomes for British general practitioners and clinical groups.