Robert Conrad, the vice president of U.S. business development for Kepler Communications U.S., said the company is developing an optical space data relay that would bring internet connectivity and high-bandwidth, low-latency data transport to space. In an interview with Breaking Defense, Conrad, a 4×24 member, said The Kepler Network is compatible with the Space Development […]
The Federal Trade Commission’s Office of Technology is preparing to host a virtual conference to discuss artificial intelligence-related developments. The FTC Tech Summit will focus on AI adoption; the connection of AI and other technologies like cloud, data, infrastructure, and microchips; and the application of AI in consumer applications. The event will feature remarks by […]
VTG announced that it has secured a $40 million task order to support the U.S. Navy’s Aegis Combat System. Under the task order, VTG will install and integrate Technical Insertion 16 infrastructure-as-a-service equipment and provide engineering services and logistics support. The company will also deliver manufacturing, assembly and testing services. Work will be performed through […]
SandboxAQ and Carahsoft Technology have entered into a partnership to make SandboxAQ’s cybersecurity solutions available across the government. Under the partnership, Carahsoft will offer SandboxAQ’s Security Suite cryptography management platform through its contracts and reseller networks. The Security Suite gives users full visibility, monitoring and control of cryptography solutions; automatic cryptography analysis and reporting; policy […]
The Internal Revenue Service has awarded Maximus a four-year, $32 million task order for data delivery support services. Maximus will provide development support to two mission-critical IRS systems. Specifically, the company will help the IRS identify and develop data delivery service models; enhance the technical components the agency has in place; work with the agency […]
The U.S. Space Force’s deputy chief of space operations said the agency is finalizing a strategy document describing how the organization would work with the commercial space industry. Speaking at an event hosted by the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies, Lt. Gen. DeAnna Burt said the Space Force is “days away from signing off on […]
The National Science Foundation has announced a new office to help the organization support scientific and technological advancements. The Office of the Chief Information Officer is an independent and consolidated entity designed to lead the NSF’s pursuit of innovation and efficiency. Terry Carpenter was selected as CIO and chief technology officer. Other appointments include Dorothy […]
SOS International has received a contract for multifaceted support services for the U.S. Army Europe and Africa‘s intelligence directorate. SOSi will provide integrated intelligence analysis; ISR planning and integration; intelligence planning, training and exercise support; cyber network defense; and systems engineering services. Over 130 intelligence, language and security professionals will deliver direct support to USAREUR-AF […]
InfoSec Global Federal announced that its AgileSec Analytics product has been added to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation Program‘s Approved Product List. AgileSec Analytics is a toolkit that allows federal agencies to improve their cybersecurity and cryptographic capabilities. It gives users enhanced cryptographic visibility, cryptographic vulnerability identification and management, federal […]
The Space Systems Command has conducted the Parallax Rising 2.2 tabletop exercise to identify space refueling models. During the three-day exercise, participants across the SSC and other organizations across the space enterprise looked at space refueling from a tactical command-and-control perspective to understand how to integrate commercial refuelers with the Department of Defense’s systems. They […]
