Cloud, Cyber & AI: Accelerating Federal IT Transformation
This episode of Fed Gov Today with Francis Rose delivers exclusive insights into the biggest technology advancements shaping federal IT. Paul Puckett former Director of the Enterprise Cloud Management Office for the U.S. Army, and Keith Jones former Chief Information Officer at the State Department, discuss the Pentagon’s push toward Agile cloud adoption and its impact on software delivery. Richard Crowe, Civil Sector President at Booz Allen, explores how multi-cloud strategies and AI are driving IT modernization across government agencies. Brian Hermann, Director and Program Executive Officer for PEO Cyber at DISA, reveals a major cybersecurity breakthrough in Zero Trust identity management and how it will transform authentication across the Defense Department.
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Avoiding the 'Doom Loop' in Agency Consolidation
Chris Mihm, former Director of Management Issues at GAO, and Loren DeJonge Schulman, former Associate Director for Performance at OMB, discuss how agency consolidation can enhance efficiency without jeopardizing mission effectiveness, emphasizing the need for strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and long-term reform planning.
The Healthcare Drive for Efficiency and Effectivenes
Monica Rosser, Executive Managing Director for Federal Health at Maximus, joined Fed Gov Today with Francis Rose to discuss the critical components of this transformation.
Building Better Buying Power in Federal Procurement
Joe Jordan, former Administrator of Federal Procurement Policy at OMB points out that agencies often buy thousands of unnecessary software licenses, wasting taxpayer dollars.
Modernizing Government IT with an Enterprise Approach
On a recent episode of Fed Gov Today, two seasoned federal IT leaders—David Powner, Former Director of IT Issues at the GAO, and Maria Roat, Former Deputy Federal CIO—explored the critical need for an enterprise-wide approach to IT modernization.
Understanding Government Contract Cancellations
Two government acquisition experts—Soraya Correa, Former Chief Procurement Officer at DHS, and Greg Giddens, Former Chief Acquisition Officer at the VA—shared insights on contract terminations, vendor relationships, and long-term strategies for procurement success.
Data-Driven Decision Making for Government Efficiency
Eileen Vidrine, Former Chief Data Officer of the U.S. Air Force, and Nick Hart, President & CEO of the Data Foundation—discussed the evolving role of data governance, the importance of data quality, and strategies to improve decision-making in government.
The Future of the Postal Service: Examining a Potential Move to Commerce
The Trump administration is considering a major restructuring of the federal government by moving the USPS under the Commerce Department. Robert Shea, former Associate Director at OMB, and Scott Quehl, former CFO at the Commerce Department, weighed in on the complexities, potential benefits, and hurdles of such a move.
The Federal Purchase Card Crackdown – What It Means for Agencies and Vendors
The GSA has drastically reduced the purchase card spending limit from $10,000 to $1. Alan Thomas, former Commissioner of the Federal Acquisition Service at GSA, explained the impact of this change and the potential ripple effects on federal procurement.
Pentagon Budget Overhaul – Where Will the $50 Billion Go?
The DoD is undergoing a massive budget reallocation, shifting $50 billion in funding while protecting 17 key areas from cuts. Major General Arnold Punaro, USMC (Ret.), President & CEO of The Punaro Group, discussed what’s driving these changes, where the money is going, and how these shifts could impact national security and military readiness.
Federal Workforce Shake-Up: What’s Next for Agencies?
The rapid pace of policy changes from OPM created a challenging environment for federal managers. Former OPM Director Jeff Pon and Jenny Mattingley, VP for Government Affairs at the Partnership for Public Service, discussed how agencies had been adapting to the surge of directives and what it meant for the federal workforce.
Prioritizing the Human Factor in Defense Modernization
Pamela Powers, Executive Managing Director / Defense at Maximus discusses the necessity of adopting a human-centered approach to digital modernization within the Department of Defense (DoD).
Equipping the Navy for Rapid Innovation Adoption
Justin Fanelli, Acting CTO at the U.S. Navy explains how the U.S. Navy is bridging the gap between innovation and execution Screenshot 2025-02-19 at 8.23.31 PMthrough its Innovation Adoption Kit (IAK).
The Future of the Federal Workforce – Challenges and Solutions
Jeff Neal, former Chief Human Capital Officer at DHS, and Sydney Heimbrock, Chief Industry Advisor for Public Sector at Qualtrics, break down the implications recent workforce shifts.
Uncertain Times for Government Contractors
David Berteau, President & CEO of the Professional Services Council, and Jerry McGinn, Executive Director of the Baroni Center for Government Contracting at GMU, discuss the implications of the recent turbulence for contractors and federal agencies.
IRS Prepares for Tax Season – Progress and Challenges
As the 2024 tax filing season kicks off, the IRS continues its efforts to improve taxpayer services and reduce processing delays. Jessica Lucas-Judy, Director of Strategic Issues at the Government Accountability Office (GAO), discusses the agency’s progress and ongoing challenges.
Securing the Future: How the Marine Corps is Enhancing Cyber Defense and Data Integrity
Shery Thomas, CTO at the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command, discusses the Marine Corps' advancements in cybersecurity and network modernization.
Modernizing Naval Operations for a Digital Battlefield
Mark Senell, President at Infoblox Federal, highlights the critical role of artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and multi-domain operations in modern naval warfare.
Building a Resilient Cyber Workforce to Protect Critical Defense Systems
Mark Gorak, Principal Director for Resources & Analysis at the DoD, Office of the Chief Information Officer, discusses the DoD’s progress in strengthening the cyber workforce.
Speed To Mission: Accelerate GenAI Adoption Through Procurement Innovation
In this special program, recorded live at AWS: re:Invent in Las Vegas, host Francis Rose engages with government and industry leaders discuss innovative procurement methods, critical mission outcomes, and the collaborative efforts shaping AI’s future in the federal space.
Innovation in Government from WEST 2025
This program features conversations with top officials from the Navy, the DoD and key industry partners, offering insights into the technologies, partnerships, and innovations shaping the future of defense.
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AI For Agencies: Modernization and Taxpayer Service
This program features in-depth discussions with leaders from the IRS and IBM on AI’s strategic implementation, from use-case-driven approaches to its impact on application modernization and human resource management.
The Navy’s Digital Transformation: Modernization, Security, and Workforce Empowerment
Barry Tanner, Deputy CIO at the U.S. Navy, discussed the evolution of the Navy’s Information Superiority Vision (ISV) 2.0, emphasizing the need to optimize, secure, and make data-driven decisions.
Preparing for the Future: Readiness, Technology, and Industry Collaboration
Lt. Gen. Susan Lawrence, USA (Ret.), emphasized the urgency of military readiness in the face of evolving global threats, particularly the 2027 timeline set by China regarding Taiwan. She highlighted the critical need to train and equip service members.
Harnessing Data and Speed for Naval Superiority in a Contested Future
Vice Adm. Karl Thomas, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Information Warfare, N2N6 and Director of Naval Intelligence, emphasized the critical role of data, AI, and edge computing in maintaining decision advantage in modern warfare
Harnessing Private Sector Innovation to Transform Federal Government Services
Jeff Bristow, Principal - Government and Public Sector Technology Leader at EY, explores how private sector innovations can help federal agencies overcome their unique challenges.
Breaking Boundaries: Revolutionizing Government Cybersecurity with Zero Trust and Agility
Steven Hernandez, CISO at USAID, highlights how the TMF enabled progress in cybersecurity and operational agility during his tenure as former CISO at the Department of Education.
DIA’s Big Five for 2024
E.P. Mathew, Deputy CIO at the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), discusses the agency's top five priorities for 2024, highlighting the modernization of the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communication System (J-WICS).
A Stepping Stone to Cyber Solutions at the Pentagon
Dave Bailey, Vice President of Security Services at Redspin, explains the DoDs Joint Surveillance Program, which allows companies to achieve CMMC before the official rule making is finalized.
Pushing $700 Billion in Savings Even Higher
Jessica Lucas-Judy, Director of Strategic Issues at GAO, discusses the ongoing efforts to identify and eliminate overlap, duplication, and fragmentation within federal agencies.