Navy's Financial Accountability | Transforming Federal Agencies | DHS Procurement Innovation Lab

Russell Rumbaugh, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Financial Management, discusses the Marine Corps' audit success and the Navy's challenges in achieving a clean audit opinion. Paul Dommel, Partner, Federal Tax and Finance Consulting at IBM, highlights AI's transformative potential in federal agencies, particularly in enhancing citizen services. Scott Simpson, Digital Transformation Lead at the Department of Homeland Security, outlines the Phase 3 initiative of the Procurement Innovation Lab, focusing on shifting procurement culture from risk avoidance to proactive management.

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Transforming Air Force Contracting to Meet Modern Challenges

Major General Alice Treviño, shares that the service is focused on transforming its contracting processes to meet the evolving demands of great power competition. The service is actively seeking change agents who can navigate and drive innovation in a rapidly shifting landscape.

The Evolving Role of Identity in Cybersecurity and Zero Trust

General Robert Brown, Ret., iscusses the upcoming AUSA annual meeting, emphasizing the importance of networking between military leaders, industry experts, and academic professionals to address global challenges.

USDA Advances AI Adoption Through Hackathons and Strategic Partnerships

Christopher Alvares, shares how the department’s recent AI-focused hackathon, in collaboration with Colorado State University, is driving innovation and operational improvements.

Empowering Global Operations through IT and Cybersecurity at USAID

Jason Gray, discusses the agency’s comprehensive IT and cybersecurity strategy, emphasizing stakeholder engagement, operational readiness, and centralized cloud infrastructure to manage systems securely.

The Evolving Role of Identity in Cybersecurity and Zero Trust

Christine Halvorsen, emphasizes the growing recognition of identity as critical infrastructure in cybersecurity. She discusses how identity management has shifted from being a secondary concern to a core element of zero trust frameworks.

The Role of Transactional Data Reporting in Government Procurement

Greg Rollins, discusses how the Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) initiative enhances transparency and efficiency in government procurement by providing detailed line-item-level data.

Streamlining Federal Hiring: OMB's Push for Efficiency and Better Outcomes

Loren DeJonge Schulman, discusses the recent efforts by OMB and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to improve the federal hiring process.

Navigating Zero Trust in Federal Cybersecurity and Identity Management

Rob San Martin, discusses the complexities of implementing zero trust solutions within the federal government, particularly focusing on identity management and edge computing.

Exploring Generative AI in the Army for Enhanced Operational Efficiency

Leonel Garciga, elaborates on the Army's initiative to experiment with generative AI capabilities through a pilot program involving 400 users.

Advancing U.S. Diplomacy: Modernizing the State Department’s Mission, Workforce, and Technology

Richard Verma, provides an in-depth overview of the State Department’s three-year modernization plan, initiated in October 2021.

Best Practices for Small and Large Businesses in Government Contracting

Larry Reagan, discusses the critical role of collaboration between large companies and small businesses in government contracting.

Innovation & Collaboration in the U.S. Air Force Through IT and Cyber Strategies

Venice Goodwine, highlights the pivotal role of collaboration between the Air Force and its industry partners in driving innovation and improving mission readiness.

A CIO's Guide to Successful Technology Modernization

Gundeep Ahluwalia, recently concluded an eight-year tenure and shares his insights on leveraging the Technology Modernization Fund (TMF) for successful project execution.

The Strategic Evolution of PAI in National Security

Dana Barnes, shares the transformative role of publicly available information (PAI) in government operations, particularly within the intelligence community..

Progressing Acquisition Policy with Emerging Tech

Jeff Koses, discusses the transition from the first to second generation of the Federal Advisory Committee focused on acquisitions policy..

Keys to Successful Government Transformation

Dave Hinchman, discusses the critical factors that contribute to successful government transformation initiatives. He emphasizes the importance of intentionality and mindfulness in transformation efforts.

Navigating the Expanding Cyber Threat Landscape

Tom Guarente, delves into the complexities of managing the ever-expanding cyber attack surface faced by federal agencies. Guarente highlights the dynamic nature of this challenge.

CIA's AI Strategy: Advancing Intelligence, Efficiency & Governance

Lakshmi Raman, discusses how the CIA has developed a new AI strategy focused on three pillars to maintain an edge over adversaries.

A New Era of Efficiency and Innovation for Financial Management at the IRS

Teresa Hunter, outlines a transformative vision for the agency’s financial management, driven by the substantial funding from the Inflation Reduction Act.

Transforming Federal Agencies with AI: Opportunities and Strategies

Paul Dommel, discusses the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across federal agencies. AI is being leveraged in three areas.

Phase 3 of Department of Homeland Security's Procurement Innovation Lab

Scott Simpson, outlines the Phase 3 initiative within the PIL. This shifts the emphasis from individual procurements to transforming the broader procurement culture within DHS.

Information Integration in the Intelligence Community

Dr. Stacey Dixon, discusses the importance of information integration across the intelligence community and details the foundation of this integration.

Optimizing Federal Operations with AI Solutions

Robert Carey, discusses the integration of AI solutions and emphasizes that the success of AI implementation relies on understanding where the data is located.

FedRAMP Roadmap and Emerging Technology Prioritization Framework

David Shive, outlines GSA's comprehensive digital transformation strategy. The transformation focuses on three overarching strategic goals

The Strategic Pivot of the FedRAMP Board

Drew Myklegard, provided an in-depth discussion on the FedRAMP board's strategic pivot at the Carahsoft ATO and Cloud Security Summit.

Aligning Priorities Between Developers and Security Professionals

David Kubicki, addressed critical human factors influencing cloud security during his talk at the Cahahsoft ATO and Cloud Security Summit.

The New FedRAMP Roadmap and Emerging Technology Prioritization Framework

Eric Mill, shared his insights on the new FedRAMP roadmap and the emerging technology prioritization framework during the Carahsoft ATO and Cloud Security Summit.

A Blueprint for Modernizing Defense Infrastructure

Leslie Beavers, explains how the Defense Department's Fulcrum IT advancement strategy is a comprehensive plan designed to modernize the department's IT infrastructure.

Transforming Government Operations with Generative AI

Casey Coleman, discusses how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is testing large language models and generative artificial intelligence through three pilot programs .

Navigating the Zero Trust Journey at HHS

Lakshmi Raman, discusses how the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has developed a new AI strategy focused on three pillars to maintain an edge over adversaries.

Organizing the Cyber Battlespace for Total Awareness

Wendel "Dell" Foster,, delves into the intricacies of organizing and defending the cyber battlespace, a dynamic and constantly evolving domain.

Building the Cyber Workforce of the Future

Lieutenant General Susan Lawrence (Ret.), discusses the pressing need for a collaborative approach between government, industry, and academia to build a strong cyber workforce.

Navigating the Zero Trust Journey at HHS

La Monte Yarborough, discusses the agency's commitment to addressing the challenges of implementing a zero trust architecture.

Accelerating Cybersecurity and Strategic Modernization

Lt. Gen Robert Skinner, emphasizes accelerating DISA and JFHQ-DODIN actions, integrating new technologies, and developing a skilled workforce for a competitive edge.

Navigating the Compliance Maze

Mike Walsh, discusses the "Comply to Connect" program, a DoD CIO-driven initiative aimed at enhancing cybersecurity across millions of endpoints within the DoD's infrastructure.

Developing the Next Generation of Cyber Warriors

Mark Gorak, discusses establishing a centralized DoD office to enhance cyber education and develop future cyber professionals, addressing workforce gaps and supporting national security.

Modernizing Weapons Testing for an Agile and Efficient Defense

Dr. Douglas Schmidt, Director of Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) at the DoD discusses modernizing the DoD's Operational Test and Evaluation office by integrating AI and enhancing testing.

Enhancing Government Customer Experience Through Technology

Mike Raker, Chief Technology Officer at Maximus, focuses on leveraging technology to transform government customer experience (CX).

Biometrics and the Future of Identity Management at DHS

Will Graves, Deputy Assistant Director for Futures Identity at the Department of Homeland Security, discusses advancements in facial recognition and biometric technologies for DHS.

The Five-Year Digital Modernization Roadmap

Danielle Metz, Director, Information Management and Technology / CIO, OSD, highlighted the importance of prioritizing business outcomes and continuous feedback from users.

Building an AI-Literate Workforce

Eric Velte, Chief Technology Officer at ASRC Federal, discusses the critical need for an AI-literate workforce in federal agencies.

The Future of Open Source Intelligence

Randy Nixon, Director of the Open Source Enterprise at the CIA, discusses the agency’s efforts to enhance open source intelligence (OSINT) through technology.

ICE Leads International Law Enforcement Collaboration

Patrick J. Lechleitner, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), shares insights into ICE's role as the chair of the Five Eyes law enforcement group.

Harnessing AI for Enhanced Enterprise Operations

Seth Abrams, Chief Technology Officer, Homeland and Force Protection at Leidos, discusses the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in federal agencies.

Reflections on Federal Cybersecurity Progress

Chris DeRusha, Former Federal Chief Information Security Officer and Deputy National Cyber Director, reflects on his tenure and the progress made in federal cybersecurity.

Challenges in Military Shipbuilding

Shelby Oakley, Director at GAO discusses the persistent issues in military shipbuilding, particularly focusing on design maturity and the inefficiencies in the construction process of Navy and Coast Guard vessels

The Expansive Role of AI in Defense

Peter Guerra, Group Vice President, AI & ML at Oracle Government, Defense & Intelligence explores the various applications of artificial intelligence within the military, from predictive maintenance to operational readiness.

Talent Development in the Navy

VADM Johnny Wolfe Jr., Director at the US Navy Strategic Systems Programs discusses the Navy's initiatives to attract and retain top talent through specialized onboarding programs.

Collaborative R&D Across Borders

Robert Newberry, Director of the Irregular Warfare Technical Support Directorate, DoD, sheds light on the organization's international R&D partnerships with countries like the UK, Israel, and Singapore.

Securing the Tip of the Spear

Julie Vida, Vice President of Growth (Defense Sector) at ManTech, highlights the challenges special operations forces face in a cyber-contested environment.

Small Business, Big Impact

Farooq Mitha, Director of the DoD Office of Small Business Programs, reveals how the DoD is fostering small business participation through strategic partnerships and sustained program funding.

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Advances in AI and Its Impact on Federal Workforce

In his first interview in his new role, Rob Shriver, the Acting Director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), discusses the pivotal role artificial intelligence (AI) plays in modernizing federal operations and workforce management.

Enhancing Human Sustainability in the Public Sector

Kristine Korva, the Human Capital Offering Portfolio Leader at Deloitte, explores the concept of human sustainability in the public sector.

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Advancing Zero Trust Security Initiatives at HHS

La Monte Yarborough, the Chief Information Security Officer at HHS, discusses the implementation of zero trust security measures within the agency.

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Exclusive: Enhancing Federal Cybersecurity and AI Integration

Clare Martorana, the Federal Chief Information Officer, and Harry Coker, the National Cyber Director, were on stage together at Government DX. They joined Francis Rose exclusively after their session.

Implementing Efficient Government Procurement

Christine Harada, Senior Advisor at the Office of Federal Procurement Policy, OMB, discussed the Better Contracting Initiative (BCI) aimed at enhancing the efficiency of government procurement.

Enhancing Government Customer Experience through Technology

Matt Mandrgoc, Head of U.S. Public Sector at Zoom, explored the challenges federal agencies face in improving infrastructure to enhance customer experience, as mandated by the President’s Management Agenda.

Strategic Innovations at the Air Force

Air Force CIO Venice Goodwine introduces her leadership team and details their collaborative efforts in advancing the Air Force’s artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity initiatives.

Navy Under Secretary Outlines Key Priorities for 2025

Erik Raven, the Under Secretary of the Navy, detailed key initiatives in the 2025 budget that prioritize readiness, personnel welfare, and industry partnerships

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Innovation in Government from Sea-Air-Space

This show dives into the latest trends and innovations in maritime, aerospace, and cyber technology that are defining the future of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine.

Transforming Healthcare with AI

John Larson, Executive Vice President & Catherine Ordun, Vice President, AI, Booz Allen explore the vast potential of AI in addressing global challenges such as healthcare costs and climate change.

Data-Driven Transformation in Federal Acquisition

Sagar Samant , ACIO Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) at GSA discusses the journey of integrating technology with security, data, and cloud services at FAS, GSA.

Leveraging Data for Seamless Veteran Care

Joseph D'Auria, Director of Data Analytics at VA shares insights on using data to enhance veteran care at the VA. Focusing on federated enterprise and summit data platforms, D'Auria outlines efforts to provide seamless services to veterans, caregivers, and internal stakeholders.

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Vice Chief of Naval Operations Highlights Strategic Initiatives for Enhanced Naval Efficiency and Learning

Vice Chief of Naval Operations ADM James Kilby discussed the Navy's strategic approach to becoming a more effective learning organization.

"Get Real, Get Better" — Driving Change in Naval Operations

Admiral Daryl Caudle, Commander of Fleet Forces Command, U.S. Navy, discussed the "Get Real, Get Better" initiative aimed at improving transparency and accountability within Navy operations and with industry partners.

Empowering the Future of Nuclear Deterrence

Vice Admiral Johnny Wolfe, Director of the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs, discusses the importance of talent development for sustaining America's nuclear deterrent.

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Integrating New Tech with Legacy Systems

Troy Bertram, Executive Managing Director, Public Sector Partner Ecosystem at Google Public Sector, discussed the challenges and strategies around integrating AI and advanced technologies with legacy systems in federal agencies.

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The Critical Evolution of Supply Chain Management

Jennifer Bisceglie, CEO and founder of Interos, highlighted the heightened relevance of supply chain management in today's business environment, particularly post-pandemic.

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Empowering Decision-Making and Streamlining Workflows with Analytics

Steve Kearney, Global Medical Director at SAS, discussed the transformative impact of analytics and AI within federal agencies and healthcare systems.

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Charting the Course for Responsible AI Use

Terry Halvorsen, Vice President, Federal Client Development at IBM, and former Chief Information Officer at the Department of Defense, emphasizes the Pentagon's focus on responsible AI use.

Enhancing Security for Medical Devices in the VA's Network

Amber Pearson, Deputy CISO at the VA, discusses the critical challenge of securing a rapidly expanding array of medical devices connected to the network.

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Bridging the Gap: The Future of Onshore Microelectronics

Dr. Dev Shenoy, Principal Director for Microelectronics at the United States Department of Defense, discusses the establishment of the Microelectronics Commons, an initiative aimed at addressing the challenges of transforming research into viable prototyping within the microelectronics field.

CMS's Strategy for Driving Digital Transformation in Healthcare

Andrea Fletcher, Chief Digital Strategy Officer at Digital Service at Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), underscores the agency's commitment to fostering digital transformation within the fragmented U.S. healthcare system.

Revolutionizing Healthcare Delivery

Lt. Gen. Telita Crosland, Director of the Defense Health Agency (DHA), shares a visionary approach to modernizing healthcare delivery within the military system, focusing on technology integration and care model innovation to better serve a diverse patient base of over 9.5 million beneficiaries.

Enhancing Veteran Care through Interoperability

Dr. Shereef Elnahal, the Undersecretary for Health at the Department of Veterans Affairs, highlighted the transformative steps the VA is undertaking to improve veteran healthcare through enhanced interoperability.

Empowering Decision-Making and Streamlining Workflows with Analytics

Steve Kearney, Global Medical Director at SAS, discussed the transformative impact of analytics and AI in enhancing decision-making processes and operational efficiency within federal agencies and healthcare systems.

The Navy's Data Future: Maneuverability and Decision-Making

Jane Rathbun, CIO at the Navy outlines the Navy's strategy for enhancing data maneuverability and decision-making capabilities. The strategy focuses on optimizing, securing, and deciding, with a particular emphasis on making data ready, transparent, tagged, and usable.

Modernizing Marine Corps Information Operations

LtGen Matthew Glavy, Deputy Commandant for Information, USMC discusses the Marine Corps' priorities in readiness, modernization, and leveraging data for operational success.

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Workforce of the Future: A Playbook for Modern Employment

Kimberly Holden, Principal Deputy Associate Director at OPM discusses the "Workforce of the Future Playbook" introduced by OPM, emphasizing its role in transforming federal agencies into model employers.

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