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NASA relies on decadal surveys to prioritize its long-term science goals. Our new audit identified communication gaps, inadequate progress tracking, and inconsistent internal processes that hinder the Agency from optimally overseeing its survey efforts: go.nasa.gov/3VWafer
A collage of hexagonal panels showing images related to the five NASA Science Mission Directorate divisions. The words: “Newly Issued: NASA's Role in the Decadal Survey Process.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT A collage of hexagonal panels showing images related to the five NASA Science Mission Directorate divisions. The words: “Newly Issued: NASA's Role in the Decadal Survey Process.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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Super Intelligence spots security flaws quickly, but cybercriminals can use the same tech to exploit vulnerabilities. This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, stay ahead of threats by: 🔄 Updating software regularly 🩹 Applying patches promptly 📋 Prepping an incident response plan
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Most data breaches don’t start with a hacker—they start with a simple mistake. This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, protect sensitive information by: 🚫 Keeping passwords to yourself 🔒 Using only secure, encrypted channels 🗑️ Shredding and properly deleting old files
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A Pakistan-based IT company lied about who they were and where they operated to secure over 150 federal contracts meant for American small businesses. Thanks to an interagency investigation, they have agreed to pay $2.25M: go.nasa.gov/4hEee7P
A small business loan application form with a "loan rejected" stamp. An enlarged computer circuit board is in the background. The words: "Press Release: Enterprise Technology Solutions, Inc. Agrees to Pay $2.25 Million to Settle Allegations of Small Business Program Fraud." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT A small business loan application form with a "loan rejected" stamp. An enlarged computer circuit board is in the background. The words: "Press Release: Enterprise Technology Solutions, Inc. Agrees to Pay $2.25 Million to Settle Allegations of Small Business Program Fraud." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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🚨 Deadline extended! 🚨 You now have until October 16 to apply for this GS-13/14 Attorney-Adviser position at Johnson Space Center. Don't miss out!
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We’re hiring an Attorney-Adviser at Johnson Space Center! Join our legal team to tackle complex issues involving the Inspector General Act, administrative litigation, FOIA, federal criminal law, and more. This GS-13/14 position closes on October 9: usajobs.gov/job/887363000
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For World Space Week, we are celebrating the “Rocket Revolution”! As commercial spaceflight surges, NASA's aging launch sites are nearing capacity. Catch up on our June audit exploring whether the Agency's infrastructure can meet these growing demands: go.nasa.gov/4vl9sR3
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Missions that outlast their intended lifespans often rely on legacy IT systems to operate. We're auditing how NASA identifies high-risk tech, ensures timely mitigation, and protects data. ☑️ Sign up to get the report when it’s issued in fall 2027: go.nasa.gov/4h3h82P
Illustration of the Voyager 1 probe in space. The title: “Just Announced: NASA's Management of Legacy Information Technology Infrastructure.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Illustration of the Voyager 1 probe in space. The title: “Just Announced: NASA's Management of Legacy Information Technology Infrastructure.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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We’re hiring an Attorney-Adviser at Johnson Space Center! Join our legal team to tackle complex issues involving the Inspector General Act, administrative litigation, FOIA, federal criminal law, and more. This GS-13/14 position closes on October 9: usajobs.gov/job/887363000
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We’re highlighting the next generation of cyber talent for Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Meet 7 exceptional students who’ve helped us protect NASA’s critical IT infrastructure through the @NSF/@USOPM/@CISAgov CyberCorps Scholarship for Service program: go.nasa.gov/3TiuaDy
An image collage showing the Artemis II launch, the NASA OIG logo, and the headshots of 7 interns.

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Happy birthday, NASA! 🎉 68 years ago today, the Agency officially commenced operations. Since then, we’ve pushed the boundaries of human exploration, unveiled the mysteries of the cosmos, and inspired generations to dream big. Here's to the next giant leap!
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Proper grant oversight protects federal funds. We're auditing the University of Alaska Fairbanks to evaluate its subrecipient monitoring and ensure NASA resources are managed responsibly. ☑️ Sign up to receive the audit when it’s issued in spring 2027: go.nasa.gov/4h3h82P
Image of $100 bills and a magnifying glass. The words: “Just Announced: University of Alaska Fairbanks Subrecipient Monitoring Activities.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Image of $100 bills and a magnifying glass. The words: “Just Announced: University of Alaska Fairbanks Subrecipient Monitoring Activities.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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Can NASA's aging test facilities handle Artemis and other upcoming missions? Our new audit will assess the Space Environments Test infrastructure and its ability to support future demands. ☑️ Sign up to receive the audit when it’s issued in fall 2027: go.nasa.gov/4h3h82P
Image of heat shield material being tested at the Arc Jet Complex. The title: “Just Announced: NASA's Space Environments Test Facilities.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Image of heat shield material being tested at the Arc Jet Complex. The title: “Just Announced: NASA's Space Environments Test Facilities.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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A Pennsylvania fraudster and his co-defendant used hundreds of stolen identities to pocket millions in pandemic unemployment assistance. Now, with the help of our agents, he has been sentenced to 10 years in prison and ordered to pay $3M in restitution: go.nasa.gov/4xMLY7K
Illustration of a person's silhouette, warning sign icons, and the words "identity theft" above a close-up of a person's hand. The title: "Press Release: Dauphin County Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Scheme." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Illustration of a person's silhouette, warning sign icons, and the words "identity theft" above a close-up of a person's hand. The title: "Press Release: Dauphin County Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Scheme." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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We can all help protect NASA’s mission. This National Insider Threat Awareness Month, safeguard America’s space program by staying vigilant and reporting suspicious behavior to our hotline: oig.nasa.gov/hotline
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NASA’s GRACE twin satellite missions have tracked global water resources for nearly 25 years. Our new audit examined the latest iteration, GRACE-C, and how dwindling budget reserves could increase risks to mission cost and schedule: go.nasa.gov/4y6mIKB
Illustration of the GRACE-C twin satellites above Earth. The words: “Newly Issued: NASA's Management of the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment-Continuity (GRACE-C) Mission.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Illustration of the GRACE-C twin satellites above Earth. The words: “Newly Issued: NASA's Management of the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment-Continuity (GRACE-C) Mission.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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Are you attending the AGA 2026 Internal Control & Fraud Prevention Training? Stop by today's “Inspector General Perspectives on Fraud Prevention” session to hear our Senior Official Bob Steinau and fellow panelists discuss proactive oversight. 🕒 Today at 3:30pm 📍 Atrium Hall
Illustration of an empty stage with speakers’ chairs, a podium, and a screen that says: “IG Perspectives on Fraud Prevention. T113: Plenary Session. Tuesday, September 22, 2026. 3:30 - 4:45 PM. Atrium Hall.”

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NASA has observed our home planet for decades and amassed one of the world’s largest collections of Earth science information. We found that the Agency is meeting most of its geospatial data management responsibilities, but there is room for improvement: go.nasa.gov/4j6Dm8f
Illustration of the NISAR satellite above Earth. The words: “Newly Issued: NASA’s Compliance with the Geospatial Data Act for Fiscal Year 2026.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Illustration of the NISAR satellite above Earth. The words: “Newly Issued: NASA’s Compliance with the Geospatial Data Act for Fiscal Year 2026.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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It’s been a banner week for cracking down on COVID-19 loan fraud! Thanks to our investigators, two West Virginia women are facing the consequences of fabricating businesses to steal thousands of dollars in government funds: go.nasa.gov/4rlxqdW
A Paycheck Protection Program application with a stack of $100 bills and illustrations of COVID-19 particles. The words: "Press Release: One Woman Sentenced and Another Pleads Guilty in COVID-19 Fraud Schemes." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT A Paycheck Protection Program application with a stack of $100 bills and illustrations of COVID-19 particles. The words: "Press Release: One Woman Sentenced and Another Pleads Guilty in COVID-19 Fraud Schemes." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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For the fifth year in a row, we’ve rated NASA’s information security program at a level 3 out of 5: consistently implemented but lacking effectiveness measures. We also noted concerns regarding cybersecurity profiles and information system documentation: go.nasa.gov/4y8ItcP
Illustration of a key formed by binary code going into a computer circuit board. The title: “Newly Issued: Evaluation of NASA's Information Security Program under the Federal Information Security Modernization Act for Fiscal Year 2026.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Illustration of a key formed by binary code going into a computer circuit board. The title: “Newly Issued: Evaluation of NASA's Information Security Program under the Federal Information Security Modernization Act for Fiscal Year 2026.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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A West Virginia man has pleaded guilty to fabricating a company and pocketing $20,000 in COVID-19 loans meant for struggling businesses. We helped lead this investigation as part of a nationwide fraud takedown exceeding $245M in pandemic-era loan fraud: go.nasa.gov/3VfBxfk
Illustration of COVID-19 particles with a small business loan program application, a magnifying glass, and two stacks of coins. The words: "Press Release: National Surge Takedown Exceeds $245 Million in COVID-Era Loan Fraud." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Illustration of COVID-19 particles with a small business loan program application, a magnifying glass, and two stacks of coins. The words: "Press Release: National Surge Takedown Exceeds $245 Million in COVID-Era Loan Fraud." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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