Security clearance reforms advancing in 2026 defense bill
Improving the security clearance background investigation process continues to be a major priority for government and industry. Several provisions in the fiscal 2026 national defense authorization bill are aimed at expanding the pool of clear talent for more on these efforts federal news networks. Justin Doubleday spoke with the Vice President of Technology Policy and Government Relations at the Professional Services Council, Tim Brennan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Federal leaders wrestle with attracting and keeping top tech talent
Across the federal government, leaders are wrestling with the challenge of attracting and keeping top tech talent. Salaries in the private sector are often higher. Government hiring can be slow and recent changes across the federal government add a new level of uncertainty, but agencies are finding creative ways to cultivate the talent they need. Federal News networks, Anastasia Obis spoke with federal leaders about how their agencies are working to recruit and retain tech professionals and why mentorship is important when it comes to retainingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Congress' next session may look different, with federal and National Guard troops roving the Capitol
Congress has been out for a while, but next session may look a little different, such as the increase in federal and National Guard troops stationed around the Capitol now, as well as many other pressing issues. Deputy news director for Bloomberg Government, Lauren Duggan joined me earlier to break down what things on the Hill will look like the next couple of weeks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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What happens when government opens its data and its doors to new ideas?
For the past decade, The Opportunity Project has quietly transformed how government tackles big challenges—by inviting the public in. Through short, focused development sprints, federal agencies have partnered with technologists, advocates, and entrepreneurs to turn open data into real-world solutions. Here with his reflections on what’s worked, what’s scalable, and how this model of agile, collaborative problem-solving could shape the future of public service is the President and Founder of CODE, Joel Gurin.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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We have the defense industrial base we contracted for a generation ago. Can it meet today’s demands?
The defense industrial base we rely on today was shaped by decisions made decades ago. Now, contractors and policymakers are working to adapt that legacy system to meet modern demands—from supply chain security and acquisition reform to workforce readiness and emerging technologies. David Norquist, president and CEO of the National Defense Industrial Association, joined me to talk about what it will take to accelerate that transformation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton provides expert insights on current events in the federal community. Read more interviews to keep up with daily news and analysis that affect the federal workforce. The Federal Drive is found at FederalNewsNetwork.com and 1500 AM in the Washington D.C. region.
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