Up to 80% of federal AI pilots stall before reaching production, not because of the model, but because of challenges with data, the ATO process, or model drift. Moving from pilot to production takes more than another experiment. It takes the engineering discipline to build AI that can operate reliably at mission scale. See how GovCIO helps agencies build the data, infrastructure, and engineering foundations to move AI from experimentation to mission-ready deployment: govcio.social/4881Jf3 #GovCIO #TeamGovCIO #DataReady #MissionReady #FederalAI #ITModernization #AIInnovation #FederalIT #MissionDriven

Some of the Navy's VLF/LF communication systems have been running for 50+ years. Keeping them mission-ready means ensuring knowledge is passed from one generation of engineers to the next. James Buckingham, Senior Vice President of the Defense Services Group, helped build the training and mentorship programs behind our Fixed Submarine Broadcast System (FSBS) team, pairing veteran experts with new engineers through hands-on learning and mentorship. The team has grown four times its original size with newer hires quickly stepping into senior engineering and subject matter expert roles. Read the Q&A with James: govcio.social/4i1M8Ul #NationalSecurity #Navy #Engineering #Mentorship #GovCIO

What if every training scenario felt like the real thing? That’s the idea behind GovCIO’s Extended Realities (XR) solutions. Our immersive AR/VR technologies recreate mission-critical scenarios with a level of realism traditional training can’t match, so operators and maintainers can prepare for complex, high-stakes situations before they ever face them. But we don’t stop at simulating an environment. We build dynamic, interactive spaces where skills are: 🔹 Developed through hands-on, realistic practice 🔹 Refined with repetition and real-time interaction 🔹 Mastered in a secure, controlled setting This is how we’re helping reshape government training for the missions ahead. Explore our XR capabilities: govcio.social/4BkSvtf 🌺 Attending TechNet Indo-Pacific? Visit us at Booth #311 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Honolulu, Oct. 26 – 29, to meet the team and experience our XR solutions firsthand.

Virginia IT professionals: Ready to put your skills to work for important government missions? Check out these open roles: 👉 ServiceNow Architect | Hampton, VA | Top Secret w/ SCI: govcio.social/3VYqsjq 👉 Lead Scrum Master | Tysons Corner, VA | Public Trust: govcio.social/4z3Q1Ot 👉 Senior Systems Engineer (NSGS) | Alexandria, VA | Secret clearance: govcio.social/4dNNsHW Explore all openings on #TeamGovCIO: govcio.social/4iawohX

We're heading to Honolulu for TechNet Indo-Pacific! ✈️ In a region defined by vast distances and complex operating environments, mission success depends on resilient communications and systems that perform when it matters most. #TeamGovCIO will be at booth #311, ready to connect with military leaders, government partners and industry peers on the challenges shaping the Indo-Pacific, and to show how we’re helping our customers stay mission-ready. See you there! 🌺 #TechNetIndoPacific

We had a great time connecting with technology professionals from across the emergency management and contracting community at last week's FEMA Hiring Event at Bear Chase Brewing Company! It was an opportunity to share more about the work our team is doing to support FEMA's critical mission of helping people before, during, and after disasters, and how attendees can be part of that effort. Couldn't make it? Explore opportunities to join our FEMA OCIO O&M team and learn how you can make an impact: govcio.social/4z6cx9w

The dual-speed value delivery model balances immediate quick wins with long-term resiliency. Targeted automation can cut administrative backlogs by up to 60% in the first 90 days. In parallel, the data, security, and MLOps foundation gives those wins long-term staying power instead of fading after the pilot ends. Early wins build trust. Engineering discipline makes them last. Data Ready. Mission Ready: Operationalizing Federal AI breaks down the full Dual-Speed Value Delivery Model. Download now: govcio.social/4jzPfnE #GovCIO #TeamGovCIO #VETSteam #DataReady #MissionReady #FederalAI #ITModernization #AIInnovation #FederalIT #MissionDriven

GovCIO is proud to announce our first season as a sponsor of the Washington Wizards’ Salute to Service reenlistment ceremonies. Throughout the season, we’ll join the Wizards on the court to honor service members as they recommit to serving our nation, surrounded by teammates, family, and fans. We can’t wait to celebrate their dedication all season long.

On our Fixed Submarine Broadcast System (FSBS) team, engineers are using AI to help them work through calculations faster and spend more time applying their expertise to improving the systems that keep the Navy connected. It’s a practical example of innovation meeting experience to strengthen a mission that has endured for generations. See how the FSBS team is advancing the mission: govcio.social/4ixMTED #NationalSecurity #Navy #Engineering #AI #GovCIO

Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a reminder that in today’s threat landscape, trust can’t be assumed. It has to be verified at every user, device, and connection. At GovCIO, we help federal agencies put zero trust into practice, from identity and access controls to continuous monitoring, so critical data stays protected and missions keep moving. Explore how we’re helping agencies build zero-trust defenses: govcio.social/4ysQHvT #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #ZeroTrust #Cybersecurity #GovCIO

Most agencies don't have an AI problem. They have a data problem with an AI implementation deadline. As agencies move quickly to put AI into production, the technology is only part of the equation. Disconnected data, outdated processes and governance gaps can make it difficult to move even promising AI capabilities beyond the pilot stage. For acquisition teams, that makes the data foundation an important part of the conversation from the start. Before asking what a model can do, agencies should also be asking whether the data, infrastructure and governance behind it are ready to support the mission. Explore our approach: govcio.social/48517qA #FederalAI #DataModernization #FederalAcquisition #GovCIO

Government training requirements are complex, and the stakes are high. GovCIO’s Extended Realities (XR) solutions turn those requirements into intuitive, immersive experiences that let operators and maintainers build real skills in realistic scenarios, without real-world risk. By pairing cutting-edge AR/VR technology with deep domain expertise, we help agencies train: ✅ More effectively, with hands-on practice that sticks ✅ More efficiently, with modular, scalable systems that fit the mission ✅ More safely, in secure, controlled environments 🌺 Heading to TechNet Indo-Pacific? Stop by Booth #311 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Honolulu, Oct. 26 – 29, to meet our team and see our XR solutions in action. Learn more about our XR capabilities: govcio.social/3VVy6uM #TechNetIndoPacific #XR #ExtendedRealities #Military #MilitaryTraining

Experience matters when the mission demands speed and reliability. GovCIO’s deployable communications team brings together more than 71 professionals across a range of technical disciplines, including Veterans of the Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, and Army. That depth of knowledge helps our team understand the environments our customers operate in, anticipate challenges, and deliver reliable solutions when and where they’re needed. Meet the team behind the mission: govcio.social/4i9yQnm #NationalSecurity #DeployableCommunications #Veterans #GovCIO #TeamGovCIO #PeopleBehindTheMission #TechNetIndoPacific

Why GovCIO? For some of our newest team members, they were looking for a place where they could keep building their careers with new opportunities, certifications, training, and leaders invested in their development, while doing work that makes a difference for agencies and citizens every day. We’re excited to welcome them to #TeamGovCIO and be part of what comes next in their careers. Looking for your next opportunity? Explore careers at GovCIO: govcio.social/4yoOSzM #PeopleBehindTheMission #Hiring #FederalITJobs

GovCIO is hiring! We’re growing our teams supporting critical government missions, and we’re looking for talented people to join us. Here are three open roles: 📐 Drafter 📍 North Charleston, SC | On-site 🔐 Secret clearance 🔗 govcio.social/4zbS2bH ⚙️ ServiceNow Architect 📍 Hampton, VA | On-site 🔐 Top Secret/SCI clearance 🔗 govcio.social/4yV88pS 🖥️ Site Reliability Engineer 📍 Arlington, VA | Hybrid 🔐 Secret clearance 🔗 govcio.social/4dIXn1h Whether you bring technical drafting skills, deep ServiceNow expertise, or a passion for keeping systems resilient and reliable, there’s a place for you on #TeamGovCIO. Explore all of our open roles and apply today: govcio.social/4ySF56a

One press of a button can set PLCs, relays, motors, and massive RF equipment moving in perfect sync. Matthew Teitenberg knows what it takes to keep that sequence running, thanks in part to our mentorship and knowledge transfer programs. An Electrical Engineer on our Fixed Submarine Broadcast System (FSBS) team and a graduate of The Citadel, Matthew blends RF, automation, and PLC expertise with our longtime engineers' decades of institutional knowledge. Their mentorship has helped him grow faster and understand the why behind every design decision, preparing him to carry that knowledge forward. Read the Q&A with Matthew: govcio.social/4ySA0e6

Up to 80% of federal AI initiatives stay stuck in proof-of-concept sandboxes. The mandates are clear — OMB M-24-10, M-25-22, EO 14110 all require agencies to move on AI. The ideas are there too. What's missing is the engineering discipline to get a pilot through an ATO review and into production without stalling. Our new eBook, Data Ready. Mission Ready: Operationalizing Federal AI lays out how we help agencies close that gap: data pipelines, Zero Trust governance, MLOps discipline, and a phased path from pilot to production. Get the framework: govcio.social/4i2SLEz #GovCIO #TeamGovCIO #VETSteam #DataReady #MissionReady #FederalAI #ITModernization #AIInnovation #FederalIT #MissionDriven

Decision superiority in the Pacific starts with the right technology. At #TechNetIndoPacific, GovCIO will be on the ground meeting with military, federal and industry leaders to share how we help agencies build resilient, interoperable architectures for joint and coalition missions, advance zero trust, enable AI-driven decision support and improve information sharing. Visit us at Booth #311, October 27–29 in Honolulu.

GovCIO invites attendees of the National Veterans Small Business Engagement to join us for a networking happy hour following the first day of the event. 🗓️ Tuesday, December 8, 2026 ⏰ 6:30pm - 8:30pm 📍 Barley House, Cleveland, OH We look forward to connecting with government leaders, Veteran-owned small businesses, and industry partners. RSVP: govcio.social/4yQS1JX Thank you to our partners: Aquia, Agnostick, ReefPoint Group, Sprezzatura Management Consulting, LLC, and Wilcore. #NVSBE2026

Expertise takes decades to build. Passing it forward is how the mission keeps moving. James Sands is part of the next generation of engineers on our Fixed Submarine Broadcast System (FSBS) team. A Marine Corps Veteran with deep RF experience, he's building on decades of institutional knowledge from engineers who have been keeping Navy systems running smoothly for years, learning not just how these systems work but why, and helping carry that expertise forward. See how our mentorship and knowledge transfer programs are helping sustain the mission: govcio.social/4i49Az1 #NationalSecurity #Navy #Veterans #Mentorship #GovCIO