OPM Launches Cyber Watchdog System for Employee Tech Habits
Published Date: 10/1/2025
Notice
Summary
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is setting up a new system to keep track of how people use their computers and networks, especially to spot cybersecurity issues. This affects anyone whose info is linked to OPM’s tech systems. The change helps OPM stay up-to-date with tech and protect data better—no extra costs or delays mentioned.
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OPM Will Monitor IT and Network Activity
OPM is creating a new system of records called "OPM/Internal-3, Information Technology, Information System, and Network Activity and Access Records." You will be included if your information is linked to OPM’s information technology, information systems, or networks; the system links individuals to IT or network activity and to reported cybersecurity incidents so OPM can spot and respond to security problems. The notice says this reflects changes in technology and helps OPM protect data, and it does not mention any extra costs or delays.
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