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Securing the backbone of our nation: critical infrastructure
Collaboration can minimize the risk of cyberattacks on U.S. critical infrastructure.
By Hansang Bae
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Public-private partnerships can revitalize US infrastructure
The U.S. recorded some 42,000 bridges in poor condition in 2023, underlining the need for action, the author argues.
By Scott Cannon
Is your agency among the 10 best places to work in government?
As the highly anticipated rankings come out for 2022, agencies are still grappling with stabilizing their workforces post-pandemic.
Ex-Navy CIO Weis joins Google Public Sector as managing director
Aaron Weis left his job with the U.S. Department of the Navy this month.
Dear newbie: Federal leaders share advice for incoming appointees
Starting a new role in the middle of a president’s term can be particularly tough for new appointees. This advice can help.
Stricter social media rules for DoD officials aim to prevent snafus
For public affairs officers who also post in a private capacity, their profiles can’t indicate what they do professionally.
Democrats and Republicans agree: government must do more
The Pew Research Center report revealed several benchmarks of public opinion on government efficacy, including the federal response to certain issues and views on politicians. One finding set the tone: “Just 20% say they trust the government in Washington to do the right thing just about always or most of the time.”
Online survey finds hacking to be the number one concern of government IT workers
Public sector survey respondents no longer believe insiders are the greatest threat.
By Mark Pomerleau
Biden customer service order aims to streamline public service loan forgiveness
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which forgives student loans after prolonged work in the public sector, could become easier to navigate.
By Jessie Bur
Sammies honors 20 years of outstanding feds
Federal employees were recognized for their work in COVID-19 response, housing programs, 3D printing technology and more projects that served the public good at the 2021 Sammies.
By Jessie Bur
Team that investigates forced labor wins federal service medal
Members of the public cast 113,000 votes welect a team from Customs and Border Protection to receive the 2021 Samuel J. Heyman People's Choice award.
By Jessie Bur