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Science panel backs conventional trident missile
Report criticizes lawmakers’ decision to eliminate fiscal 2008 funding for testing of the missile.
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Energy told to tighten cybersecurity policies
IG audit identifies significant issues that could leave classified information vulnerable.
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Army begins overhaul of civilian career management
Service aims to develop career paths and improve education and training opportunities.
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From Nextgov.com: TSA needs to improve undercover aviation security tests, GAO says
Homeland Security agency urged to document all instances during simulated exercises when screening equipment fails.
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Defense audit agency maps out response to damaging report
DCAA chief reminds employees in internal memos that they should not allow external factors or performance metrics to hurt the quality of their work.
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Transfer of technical jobs will test Army’s workforce planning
Defense strategy for moving work down the East Coast is solid, but implementation will be tricky, GAO says.
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Compensation lags for workers injured in Sept. 11 aftermath
But investigation finds FEMA-funded World Trade Center insurance company is operating as required by law.
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Advocacy office says small firms deserve break on E-Verify
Rule requiring contractors to vet workers through Homeland Security employee identification system could place a heavy financial burden on smaller companies.
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From Nextgov.com: Air Force suspends Cyber Command program
Decision to ratchet back the Cyber Command may have come from Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, who wants to see a greater role for the Navy in cyberspace.
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Initial assessment of Defense nuclear review nearing completion
Independent task force is expected to recommend changes, possible disciplinary measures in Air Force management.
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Military health care benefit extended to reservist family members
Rule waives annual deductibles for dependents of some active-duty members of Reserves, National Guard.
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GAO: Air Force must improve inventory monitoring systems
Watchdog says current approach does not follow best practices.
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GOP convention presents security challenge
Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies must work together to protect a decentralized gathering.
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Lawmakers call for trial run of new cargo security rule
Bipartisan group of House members says implementing the rule before testing it could disrupt the balance between security and commerce.
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From Nextgov.com: Defense Intelligence Agency launches mega IT contract
Multiple award pact will provide technology equipment and services worldwide.
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Former employees say Defense audit agency is 'broken'
Veterans of DCAA say performance metrics and quotas forced them to rush reports and limit investigations.
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Lawmaker says DHS is thwarting cargo screening mandate
House Homeland Security Committee chairman cites 2007 law that requires all cargo to be scanned at foreign ports by 2012.
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Pentagon to release draft request for proposals for tankers
The move marks the first official step in a restarting competition for the contract.
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From Nextgov.com: Defense launches mental health portal for vets
Soldiers can anonymously seek services for combat stress and other ailments without the social stigma.
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