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.