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ExecutiveGov, created by Executive Mosaic, is a platform focused on news and updates related to the federal government. It provides insights into important topics and challenges affecting government departments and agencies, including Gov 2.0, cybersecurity policy, health information technology, green IT, and national security. Additionally, we highlight the work of various federal employees and conduct interviews with influential government leaders whose contributions extend beyond their own agencies.

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Senate Confirms New Defense Leader for Installations

1 day ago | executivegov.com | Elodie Collins

The Senate has confirmed Dale Marks as assistant secretary of defense for energy, installations and environment. On Tuesday, legislators voted 72-26 in favor of Marks’ appointment to the role. He succeeds Brendan Owens, who led as assistant secretary of defense for energy, installations and environment until January 2025. Who Is Dale Marks? Marks currently serves as executive director for the 96th Test Wing at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
John Patrick O’Donnell Is USAF Deputy IC Chief Data Officer

1 day ago | executivegov.com | Arthur McMiler

John Patrick O’Donnell, former data scientist at the U.S. Air Force, announced in a LinkedIn post his appointment as chief data officer for the service branch’s intelligence community. In his new role, he will also serve as the intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance data portfolio manager for the Air Force chief information office. according to his LinkedIn profile.
DISA Publishes Guidebook for Managing Data

1 day ago | executivegov.com | Elodie Collins

The Defense Information Systems Agency has issued a guide for managing data assets and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The Effective Data Lifecycle Management Guidebook is a result of nearly 12 months of development and is designed to support the Department of Defense’s mission objectives, DISA said in a LinkedIn post Wednesday.
NSF Announces Up to $100M Investment in NextG R&D

2 days ago | executivegov.com | Elodie Collins

The National Science Foundation has launched a new funding opportunity for research and development related to the next generation of wireless communication systems, or NextG. The independent agency said Tuesday that the NSF Verticals-enabling Intelligent NEtwork Systems, or NSF VINES, program, will invest $100 million toward accelerating innovations in NextG capabilities and ensure that the U.S. remains a leader in telecommunications technology.
Austin Dahmer, Alexander Velez-Green Nominated to DOD Roles

2 days ago | executivegov.com | Elodie Collins

The White House has nominated Austin Dahmer, deputy under secretary of defense for policy, and Alexander Velez-Green, senior adviser to the under secretary of defense for policy, for key positions at the Department of Defense. The 119th Congress recently confirmed receipt of Dahmer and Velez-Green’s nominations to the roles of assistant secretary of defense and deputy under secretary of defense, respectively.
APL Promotes Lisa Blodgett to Senior-Level CSO Role

3 days ago | executivegov.com | Arthur McMiler

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory has appointed Lisa Blodgett, its former force projection sector head, as assistant programs director and chief strategy officer. In her new senior-level role, Blodgett will oversee the lab’s strategic planning, direct its enterprise financial investment, lead engagement with government partners and grow industry relationships, APL said Monday.
DIU Needs Assessors for Drone Compliance Evaluation

3 days ago | executivegov.com | Derrick Henry

The Defense Innovation Unit invites qualified organizations to serve as recognized assessors, who will review drone platforms and associated components for compliance with the National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA. The NDAA assessment will inform the process of certifying drones for the Blue Unmanned Aerial Systems Cleared List, DIU said Monday.
Melinda Rogers Leaves Post as DOJ Chief Information Officer

3 days ago | executivegov.com | Arthur McMiler

Melinda Rogers shared on LinkedIn that she is leaving her position as chief information officer at the Department of Justice, effective Friday. Her departure from the department marks an “inflection point” in her life, as her twin sons moving away to college would enable her “to do something different,” she noted in her social media post. Rogers added that she anticipates “starting on a new milestone” and keeping the connections that she has established while with DOJ.
Senators Call for Cyber Safety Review Board Reestablishment

4 days ago | executivegov.com | Elodie Collins

Members of the Senate Select Committees on Intelligence and Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs are backing the reinstatement of the Cyber Safety Review Board, a group of experts from government and industry that makes cybersecurity-related recommendations. In a letter addressed to Kristi Noem, head of the Department of Homeland Security and a 2025 Wash100 Award winner, Democratic Sens. Mark R.
Rochester Laboratory to Extend Laser Technology Work for MDA

1 week ago | executivegov.com | Arthur McMiler

The University of Rochester Laboratory for Laser Energetics, or LLE, has secured a modification to a previously awarded Missile Defense Agency contract, increasing its value to $49.9 million and performance period along with adding two six-month extension options. The modification extends the contract’s work period to May 30, 2028, with the lab performing tasks in its Rochester home base in New York, according to a Department of Defense announcement Thursday.