Air Force Chief of Staff Releases Memo to Revamp Cyber Training
General Charles Q. Brown, Jr. released a memorandum containing recommendations to improve the US Air Force’s cybersecurity.
“Skill Gaps” Listed by GAO as High Risk Issue in Federal Government
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released its 2021 High Risk List, which notes “Skill Gaps” and “Workforce Shortages” are tied to over 20 other high risk items listed.
Jane Lubchenco Named Deputy Director of Climate and Environment at OSTP
President Biden named former head of NOAA to lead environment role at the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP).
Biden Picks Former Senator Bill Nelson to Lead NASA
If confirmed, Bill Nelson will lead the country’s space agency. While certainly qualified, criticism of the pick stems from the fact that Biden could’ve picked the first woman to ever…
USDA News: ERS & NIFA Understaffed After Move + Conquering Climate Crises
USDA subagencies struggling to get back on foot after move to Kansas City, MO. Also, the US Department of Agriculture’s role in combatting climate change challenges.
OPM News: New Director Awaits Confirmation and Memo on Marijuana Released
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) will be led by Kiran Ahuja, Biden’s nominee, if confirmed by Senate. Also, memo updates agencies of marijuana policy
The Other “FCC”: Furlough Cheesecake
The Other FCC is Furlough Cheesecake, Maryland's own business that arose from the 2019 shutdown
Cyber Personnel Transition from Air Force to Space Force
Nicknamed “cyber-warriors,” US Air Force cybersecurity team switches to newest military branch, the Space Force.
USPS News: Quarter One Financial Report Shows $727 Million in Income
After posting losses in all four quarters of the previous Fiscal Year, the first quarter of FY 2021 shows income of $727,000,000.
After 53 Years, Retired Navy Scientist Has Wallet Returned from Antarctica
Demolition crew in Antarctica returned a lost wallet from 1968 to its now 91-year-old owner, who said the wallet “brought back memories.”