A Digital Servant's Guide to U.S. Federal Information Technology Law and Policy
Joining the United States federal civil service can be daunting, particularly for technology professionals who have not navigated the intricacies of government policy before. This guide is a very brief introduction to key laws, policies, and guidance surrounding the practice of information technology in government.
This guide should not be considered official guidance itself, but rather a tool to guide the reader to official sources. This guide should also not be considered comprehensive, and may not be up-to-date. In all cases, it is recommended that one always consider primary official sources.
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Key Topics
- Cybersecurity
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data
- Budget & Finance
- Procurement
- Hiring
- Ethics
- Software Development
- Policymaking Offices
Site Contents
Policy Areas
Laws
- 21st Century Integrated Digital Experience Act
- Antideficiency Act
- Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990
- Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996
- E-Government Act of 2002
- Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act
- Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA)
- Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA)
- Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
- Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
- Privacy Act of 1974