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By Lauren C. Williams Apr 06, 2021 President Joe Biden will nominate the director of the Defense Department’s innovative acquisition arm to be the Pentagon’s top buyer, the White House announced April 2. Michael Brown has been the director of the Defense Innovation Unit, which helps DOD prototype and field new technologies with rapid acquisition techniques, since 2018. DIU recently celebrated its five-year anniversary and has expanded its portfolio under Brown’s leadership, fielding 26 ne...

By Lauren C. Williams NOTE: This article first appeared on FCW.com. President Joe Biden will nominate the director of the Defense Department’s innovative acquisition arm to be the Pentagon’s top buyer, the White House announced April 2. Michael Brown has been the director of the Defense Innovation Unit, which helps DOD prototype and field new technologies with rapid acquisition techniques, since 2018. DIU recently celebrated its five-year anniversary and has expanded its portfolio under Bro...

Government Executive Get the latest on need-to-know topics for federal employees delivered to your inbox. email A former comptroller would return to the job if the Senate approves. Global Business Editor The Pentagon moved a step closer to getting more of its leadership in place as the White House said President Biden would nominate officials to oversee the budget, acquisition and intelligence. All three officials have deep backgrounds in defense and national security.  Michael ...