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NASA Office of Inspector General @NASAOIG

We provide independent, objective, and comprehensive oversight of NASA programs. Sign up to receive news and updates: go.nasa.gov/4h3h82P

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We're hiring a Chief of Staff to serve as a strategic advisor and our liaison with Congress. Apply by June 18 to shape strategy, manage legislative affairs, and ensure our vital oversight work informs policymakers: usajobs.gov/job/871620600
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A West Virginia woman has pleaded guilty to stealing over $83,000 in COVID-19 relief loans. As an active member of the @COVID_Oversight Fraud Task Force, we expose pandemic fraud and protect taxpayer dollars. Learn more about the case: go.nasa.gov/4u6CH8D
Close of up a scales of justice statue with illustrations of pink COVID particles in the background. The words: "Press Release: Kanawha County Woman Pleads Guilty to $83,332 COVID-19 Fraud Scheme." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Close of up a scales of justice statue with illustrations of pink COVID particles in the background. The words: "Press Release: Kanawha County Woman Pleads Guilty to $83,332 COVID-19 Fraud Scheme." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov
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Our latest report to Congress highlights how we're strengthening NASA programs, driving savings, and rooting out foreign influence: go.nasa.gov/4aojeJB Next, we’ll assess mission termination procedures, space communications for Artemis, and NASA’s export control practices.
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Elevated IT privileges can pose security risks if not properly controlled. In our latest audit, we determined that NASA is safeguarding systems by effectively restricting which users get administrative rights to government computers: go.nasa.gov/42XPeQX
A lock hovering above a laptop, with a hand holding a key and placing it into the lock. The words: “Newly Issued: NASA’s Management of Elevated Privileges for Information Systems.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT A lock hovering above a laptop, with a hand holding a key and placing it into the lock. The words: “Newly Issued: NASA’s Management of Elevated Privileges for Information Systems.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov
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Ready to make an impact at NASA OIG? We’re hiring a Management and Program Analyst who excels in procurement, policy development, and project management. This GS-13 position is located at Langley Research Center. Apply by May 26: usajobs.gov/job/869869700
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To achieve an enduring presence on the Moon, NASA is relying on commercial partners to develop landers for transporting technology and astronauts. Catch up on our work examining the Agency’s lunar payload services and Human Landing System contracts: go.nasa.gov/4wBRkn4
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This National Police Week, we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to protect and serve our communities. Our Office of Investigations is proud to work alongside federal and local law enforcement partners every day to hold wrongdoers accountable.
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Michael Moussalli is in the business of space exploration. As a Program Analyst, he helps manage the budgets for NASA payloads flying on commercial rockets. Learn how his OIG data analytics internship launched his full-time career: go.nasa.gov/4nlgcLI
A collage of two images: one of Michael Moussalli smiling outside with Artemis II on the launch pad, and another of Michael standing outside next to a banner that says "let's go" with the Artemis logo.

ALT A collage of two images: one of Michael Moussalli smiling outside with Artemis II on the launch pad, and another of Michael standing outside next to a banner that says "let's go" with the Artemis logo.

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Get our latest insights delivered straight to your inbox! Sign up to receive email alerts about our upcoming audits on the Commercial Crew Program, space communications, launch infrastructure, export controls, mission termination procedures, and more: lp.constantcontactpages.com/…
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Each year, we work with an independent public accounting firm to audit NASA’s financial statements—ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance with federal regulations. ☑️ Sign up to receive the report when it’s issued in fall 2026: go.nasa.gov/4h3h82P
Two folders, one labeled "financial statements" and another labeled "accounting records," stamped with the word "audit" in red. The title: “Just Announced: Audit of NASA's Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Statements.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Two folders, one labeled "financial statements" and another labeled "accounting records," stamped with the word "audit" in red. The title: “Just Announced: Audit of NASA's Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Statements.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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Returning to the Moon requires robust, reliable space communications. We will examine whether NASA’s Space Communications and Navigation Program is prepared for the Artemis campaign. ☑️ Sign up to receive the report when it’s issued in summer 2027: go.nasa.gov/4h3h82P
The Deep Space Station 14 antenna at sunset. The words: “Just Announced: NASA's Management of Its Space Communications and Navigation Program for the Artemis Campaign.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT The Deep Space Station 14 antenna at sunset. The words: “Just Announced: NASA's Management of Its Space Communications and Navigation Program for the Artemis Campaign.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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While many businesses struggled during the pandemic, three family members from West Virginia stole over $4 million in COVID-19 relief funds. Thanks to our collaboration with law enforcement partners, Ross Jay Bailey was sentenced for his crimes: go.nasa.gov/4tAd9kV
Illustration of a magnifying glass over COVID-19 virus particles. The words: "Press Release: Raleigh County Man Sentenced and Ordered to Pay More than $1.5M for COVID-19 Relief Fraud Scheme." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Illustration of a magnifying glass over COVID-19 virus particles. The words: "Press Release: Raleigh County Man Sentenced and Ordered to Pay More than $1.5M for COVID-19 Relief Fraud Scheme." NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov
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Are you a skilled technical editor? Join our Office of Audits to transform complex audit findings into clear, compelling reports for Congress and taxpayers. This GS-12 position closes on April 30: usajobs.gov/job/866313100
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When a Chinese national impersonated U.S. researchers to access sensitive NASA aerospace software, our cyber investigators tracked him down and exposed his ruse. Read how we investigate export control violations to protect national security: go.nasa.gov/48SPCmX
An "FBI Wanted" poster with Song Wu's image tacked to a cork board with newspaper clippings about other investigations by NASA OIG

ALT An "FBI Wanted" poster with Song Wu's image tacked to a cork board with newspaper clippings about other investigations by NASA OIG

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There’s no place like home 🌎 Happy Earth Day.
NASA astronaut and Artemis II Mission Specialist Christina Koch peers out of one of the Orion spacecraft's main cabin windows, looking back at Earth, as the crew travels toward the Moon.

ALT NASA astronaut and Artemis II Mission Specialist Christina Koch peers out of one of the Orion spacecraft's main cabin windows, looking back at Earth, as the crew travels toward the Moon.

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After nearly two decades, NASA's next-generation spacesuits remain incomplete. Today, the Agency continues to face delays and is reliant on Axiom Space to develop both the Artemis lunar suits and updated ISS suits. Read our new report to learn more: go.nasa.gov/4cGjdRT
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What happens when a NASA mission gets canceled before launch? Our upcoming audit will examine how the Agency manages the impacts to people, partnerships, and developed hardware. ☑️ Sign up to receive the audit when it’s issued in winter 2026/27: go.nasa.gov/4h3h82P
Illustration of the OSAM-1 spacecraft in space. The words: “Just Announced: NASA's Management of Programs and Projects after Mission Termination.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT Illustration of the OSAM-1 spacecraft in space. The words: “Just Announced: NASA's Management of Programs and Projects after Mission Termination.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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How does NASA manage funds for its cafeterias, gift shops, and other employee morale initiatives? We reviewed the financial statement audits of 11 Agency Exchanges from fiscal year 2024—identifying quality deficiencies in five of the reports: go.nasa.gov/4tPqHc3
The inside of a NASA gift shop with several customers and NASA hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. The words: “Newly Issued: Desk Review of NASA Exchanges' Fiscal Year 2024 Audit Reports Issued by Various Public Accounting Firms.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

ALT The inside of a NASA gift shop with several customers and NASA hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. The words: “Newly Issued: Desk Review of NASA Exchanges' Fiscal Year 2024 Audit Reports Issued by Various Public Accounting Firms.” NASA Office of Inspector General logo. NASA's Oversight Authority. Website URL: oig.nasa.gov

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NASA sees Earth like no one else. We're initiating our biennial audit to ensure the Agency manages its geospatial data efficiently and responsibly. ☑️ Sign up to receive the report when it’s issued in fall 2026: go.nasa.gov/4h3h82P
Satellite image of the United States mid-Atlantic coast region with teal and purple colors in the water denoting phytoplankton. The words: “Just Announced: 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 Satellite image of the United States mid-Atlantic coast region with teal and purple colors in the water denoting phytoplankton. The words: “Just Announced: 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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Your next mission starts here. We’re hiring criminal investigators at Marshall Space Flight Center to examine allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse that span from Earth to space. Apply before the April 16 deadline: usajobs.gov/job/864610800
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