The Fed Mission Success Round Up: CISA to Help Agencies Navigate Cyber Requirements; New Acting IRS Commissioner; and NASA Acquisition Lab
Welcome to the Fed Mission Success News Round Up brought to you by Makpar. Each week, we will provide a summary of actionable news and insights to help aid in overall mission success for Federal agency IT decision-makers and influencers.
CISA Promises Bespoke Cyber Advice for Agencies
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is building out a new engagement arm, called the Federal Enterprise Improvement Team, meant to help government agencies navigate cybersecurity requirements.
IRS Seeks New Enterprise File Storage System
The Internal Revenue Service is looking to modernize its enterprise file storage system, according to a request for information published last week.
Reps. Porter, Connolly Debut Bill Targeting Better Agency CX
Reps. Katie Porter, D-Cali., and Gerry Connolly, D-VA., introduced new legislation that aims to strengthen how the Federal government serves the American public.
NASA Launching Acquisition Innovation Lab
Taking a page from the success of DHS’ Procurement Innovation Lab, NASA is preparing to launch the NAIL, which is the NASA Acquisition Innovation Lab.
FCC Will Launch New Space Bureau
The FCC is launching a new bureau that will help the agency better perform its existing responsibilities and tackle increasing commercial interest in space.
IRS Deputy Commissioner Douglas O’Donnell Designated Acting IRS Commissioner
Last week, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen designated Internal Revenue Service Deputy Commissioner Douglas O’Donnell as Acting IRS Commissioner. Deputy Commissioner O’Donnell will head the agency following the end of Commissioner Charles P. Rettig’s term, which ends on November 12.
Nominations for The 2023 Federal 100 Are Now Open
Nominations for the 2023 Federal 100 awards are now being accepted. This will be the 34th year that these awards have honored individuals who go far beyond their assigned duties to make a difference.