FedScoop

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Medical devices like heart monitors, which are under the purview of the Food and Drug Administration, have cybersecurity vulnerabilities that aren’t frequently exploited but nevertheless pose risks to hospital networks and patients, according to a recent watchdog report.

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AWS Public Sector

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

We’ll explore how Direct Connect can handle architectural changes, such as adding or isolating different networks. We’ll also cover adding an additional account boundary for security purposes, and how customers can move their Direct Connect connection to that new account.

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Federal News Network

JUNE 3, 2024

Interview with HHS on recruitment and retention - Federal News Network) The Pentagon’s Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office plans to bring in more vendors to further the department’s Combined Joint All Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) effort. About 11% of all HHS hires come from shared certificates.

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FedScoop

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The IoT Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2020 required the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Office of Management and Budget to develop guidance for securely procuring IoT — networked technology and devices typically connected to physical objects like buildings, vehicles and other infrastructure.

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Whistleblower Network News

AUGUST 23, 2024

In his speech, Grassley highlighted different examples of how whistleblowers have provided his office with information to help increase transparency and accountability within the federal government. It’s a full time, year-round job.” Whistleblowers make a difference.

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GovLoop

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Controlling access and privileges for users and devices on its networks is another must, ensuring that devices are secured and that network identities don’t have unnecessary privileges. Segmentation has been added to prevent movement within the network without authentication and authorization at each stage.

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FedScoop

JANUARY 26, 2024

When considering the implementation of emerging technologies, federal agencies should document changes in statutes, provide the public with information about their efforts and establish clear communication with Congress and other relevant stakeholders, the Government Accountability Office said in a report released Thursday.

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FedScoop

MAY 15, 2024

Lawmakers also underscored the need to fund accounts that haven’t reached their full funding potential under the CHIPS and Science Act, “particularly those related to AI.” Among the accounts the lawmakers listed was the National Science Foundation’s Directorate for Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships, which is aimed at boosting U.S.

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FedScoop

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Unlike Government Accountability Office (GAO) protests, which are typically decided within 100 days, COFC protests have no set timeline for a decision,” Clark said in the statement. Federal News Network was first to report the news. The filings in federal court, which are not time-limited, could further delay the award process.

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ExecutiveBiz

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Carahsoft Technology has agreed to utilize its reseller network and government procurement vehicles to offer CodeLock 's compliance, accountability and security software to government and public sector customers.

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Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 8, 2024

Failing to inform employees of their right to blow the whistle causes a chilling effect throughout the agency, weakening accountability,” says whistleblower attorney Stephen M. The post Senator Grassley Raises Concern that ATF Memo Violates Whistleblower Protection Act appeared first on Whistleblower Network News.

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FedScoop

OCTOBER 14, 2024

According to the Government Accountability Office, the Social Security Administration has spent roughly $62 million on the service but has taken in just $25 million in user fees, putting it off pace to meet the law’s requirement to fully recover the service’s total cost by the end of fiscal year 2027.

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Whistleblower Network News

AUGUST 27, 2024

Further Reading: Whistleblowers Must Note 5 Key Differences Of DOJ Program The DOJ’s New Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program: A Victory for Wall Street – A Setback for Accountability The post Expert Outlines Key Issues with New DOJ Whistleblower Program appeared first on Whistleblower Network News.

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AWS Public Sector

JUNE 12, 2024

Steps for manual set up of a landing zone on AWS A landing zone is an AWS solution that enables organizations to set up a secure and scalable multi-account AWS environment. Prepare your AWS accounts – Prepare your AWS accounts by creating the necessary accounts and configuring the required settings.

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Whistleblower Network News

JULY 15, 2024

The cornerstone of the United States’ government is accountability to the people it serves. The post FBI Whistleblower Calls Other to Join in Thanking “Whistleblower Champion” Senator Grassley appeared first on Whistleblower Network News. Whistleblowers put their jobs and reputations on the line to uphold that bedrock principle.

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Whistleblower Network News

APRIL 2, 2024

“Corruption takes lives and whistleblowers like Mr. Barnett protect the public from the abuse of our trust and keep corporations accountable. NWC has issued an action alert asking whistleblower supporters to urge Congress to hold Boeing accountable by fully investigating and correcting the safety failures Mr. Barnett reported.

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FedTech Magazine

AUGUST 10, 2023

Cloud service offerings ranging from basic computing infrastructure to a framework paired with software applications and other elements can be a cost-effective way for federal agencies to access and share data, networks and other resources.

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Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

But the president and CEO of Crystal Star Associates , an accounting and financial consultancy in Ellicott City, Maryland, has learned since starting his business in 2011 — while also in graduate school — that to grow requires never standing still. “You He knew there were many small medical and dental offices that needed accounting help.

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Inside Government Contracts

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

IaaS providers to (i) submit reports to the Department when a customer transacts with the provider to train an AI model that could be used for malicious cyber-enabled activities and (ii) ensure foreign resellers of IaaS products also conduct identity verification of foreign account holders. cloud computing sector. If the U.S.

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Whistleblower Network News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Office of Special Counsel (OSC) announced a policy proposal designed to increase transparency and accountability around federal employee whistleblower cases. Promoting transparency around whistleblower disclosures is a welcome step that should help advance accountability.” On August 30, the U.S.

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Whistleblower Network News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This settlement demonstrates the department’s commitment to hold accountable those who overcharge the government through collusion or other unlawful conduct.” Million Settlement over Non-Competitive Bids to the Army appeared first on Whistleblower Network News. Boynton, head of the Justice Department’s Civil Division.

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Whistleblower Network News

AUGUST 7, 2024

The department is committed to holding accountable those who engage in kickback arrangements that undermine the integrity of federal healthcare programs.” Boynton, head of the Justice Department’s Civil Division.

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Federal News Network

MARCH 27, 2024

“GSA’s announcement of eight contracts awards for the commercial platform initiative represents the passing of a significant milepost on its journey to bring enhanced electronic commerce to agencies,” said Roger Waldron, president of the Coalition for Government Procurement, in an email to Federal News Network.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

When they buy technology, cities and counties will often face multiple issues, says Dean Cunningham , segment development manager, Public Safety at Axis Communications , a company that produces network cameras, access control systems, network audio devices and other IP networking solutions for physical security and video surveillance applications.

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Whistleblower Network News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The department will hold accountable contractors that knowingly overcharge the United States to enrich themselves,” said Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. In successful qui tam cases, whistleblowers are eligible to receive between 15 and 30% of the settlement or judgement.

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Whistleblower Network News

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Whistleblowers can put teeth into corporate and environmental accountability, holding polluters liable for fraud.” Join here: [link] The post Georgetown ECo Talks Event to Focus on Climate Whistleblowing appeared first on Whistleblower Network News. Kohn remarks. to 12:30 p.m.EST. Virtual attendance is possible via Zoom.

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FedInsider

JANUARY 24, 2024

Carahsoft is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority in the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit.

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AWS Public Sector

DECEMBER 11, 2023

A landing zone is a well-architected, multi-account AWS environment that is scalable and secure. Using LZA on AWS, customers with highly-regulated workloads and complex compliance requirements can better manage and govern their multi-account environment. What is a landing zone?

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GovLoop

JUNE 30, 2023

One of the most important goals of zero trust is to prevent the kind of credential compromises that hackers have been exploiting in ransomware and other attacks by requiring continuous authentication and authorization of identities – human and non[1]human – on the network. “If

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Whistleblower Network News

OCTOBER 31, 2023

A recent report released by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) demonstrates that Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) whistleblowers continue to face high rates of retaliation. The VA is one of the largest federal agencies with 400,000 employees and hundreds of medical facilities.

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Whistleblower Network News

OCTOBER 16, 2024

billion to the Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). These failures enabled three money laundering networks to collectively transfer more than $670 million through TD Bank accounts between 2019 and 2023.” “For Billion in Sanctions appeared first on Whistleblower Network News.

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Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 22, 2024

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) kicked off Sunshine Week on March 11 with remarks on the Senate floor about the importance of whistleblowers in promoting transparency and accountability. The post During Sunshine Week 2024, Senator Grassley Sheds Light on Whistleblowers appeared first on Whistleblower Network News.

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Whistleblower Network News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

MKSS pioneered the practice of public audits, in which local officials report to communities how and where they spend the resources, giving citizens the chance to hold officials accountable. The post Nikhil Dey appeared first on Whistleblower Network News. Department of State. Subscribe on your favorite platform!

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Whistleblower Network News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The SEC thus charged John Deere with violating the recordkeeping and internal accounting controls provisions of the FCPA. This action is a reminder for corporations to promptly ensure newly acquired subsidiaries have all the necessary internal accounting control processes in place.”

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Whistleblower Network News

APRIL 9, 2024

The federal government needs more sunshine to bring accountability—but ATF’s original memo was shady.” Grassley’s intervention on the matter highlights the importance of Congressional oversight in ensuring accountability within administrative agencies by guaranteeing federal whistleblower provisions are correctly implemented.

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Whistleblower Network News

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This is a major win for whistleblowers and thus a huge win for corporate accountability,” said leading whistleblower attorney David Colapinto , a founding partner of Kohn, Kohn & Colapinto (KKC). “A The post Supreme Court Decision in SOX Retaliation Case “A Major Win for Whistleblowers” appeared first on Whistleblower Network News.

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Federal News Network

OCTOBER 11, 2024

adversaries to steal sensitive but unclassified data from their networks. CMMC provides the tools to hold accountable entities or individuals that put U.S. The post Pentagon releases final CMMC rule, paving way for implementation first appeared on Federal News Network.

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