United States Cyber Command

Booz Allen Welcomes Retired Vice Admiral Roy Kitchener and Retired Major General David Gaedecke

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) announced today that it has hired Retired Vice Admiral Roy Kitchener and Retired Major General David Gaedecke as senior executive advisors within the firm’s global defense business.

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  • Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) announced today that it has hired Retired Vice Admiral Roy Kitchener and Retired Major General David Gaedecke as senior executive advisors within the firm’s global defense business.
  • “Both Kitchener and Gaedecke bring extensive experience that will prove invaluable in addressing the Department of Defense’s most complex mission challenges.
  • “Booz Allen delivers tomorrow’s technologies at the heart of global defense missions, accelerating results across the competition continuum,” said Kitchener.
  • “I am excited to serve as part of Booz Allen’s ISR and EW leadership while supporting mission challenge analysis, environment and technology scouting, and concept development.”

Cyber Command’s Gen. Timothy D. Haugh and DOD CIO John Sherman to Speak at 15th Annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit on Sep 3-6 in DC

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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It is also presenting new challenges and threats to keeping our nation safe,” explained Thomas K. Billington, CEO and Founder, Billington CyberSecurity , a leading cyber education company for executives founded in 2010.

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  • It is also presenting new challenges and threats to keeping our nation safe,” explained Thomas K. Billington, CEO and Founder, Billington CyberSecurity , a leading cyber education company for executives founded in 2010.
  • General Haugh will lay out Cyber Command's vision on how it will leverage its growing capabilities and authorities to counter US cyber adversaries in real-time.
  • Designed to address the nation’s pressing cyber needs, the four-day event includes panel discussions, breakout sessions, and fireside chats.
  • Credentialed working media are free and encouraged to register in advance to cover the event at https://billingtoncybersummit.com/register .

WTW announces appointment of Sean Plankey as Global Leader Cybersecurity Software

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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LONDON, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WTW (NASDAQ: WTW), a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company, today announced the appointment of Sean Plankey as Global Leader Cybersecurity Software.

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  • LONDON, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WTW (NASDAQ: WTW), a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company, today announced the appointment of Sean Plankey as Global Leader Cybersecurity Software.
  • In this new role, Plankey, a leading cybersecurity expert, will spearhead the commercialization of WTW's innovative cybersecurity software.
  • Commenting on Plankey's appointment, WTW CEO, Carl Hess, said, "Innovation and technology are central to WTW's strategy and client offering.
  • WTW is proud to be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge cybersecurity software, which we are now poised to bring to market for the benefit of our clients."

Davis College Receives Excellence in Cybersecurity Designation by the National Security Agency

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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"The multi-disciplinary approach that will be created by Davis College of Business & Technology will build crucial cybersecurity competencies for cybersecurity professionals who will serve the nation as future cybersecurity professionals," said Dr. Memee Joking, commandant of NSA's National Cryptologic University, which houses the National Centers for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Program.

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  • "The multi-disciplinary approach that will be created by Davis College of Business & Technology will build crucial cybersecurity competencies for cybersecurity professionals who will serve the nation as future cybersecurity professionals," said Dr. Memee Joking, commandant of NSA's National Cryptologic University, which houses the National Centers for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Program.
  • "The CAE-CD designation is a validation of Davis College's commitment to excellence in cybersecurity education.
  • "Davis College is committed to meeting current and future workforce demands with excellence," said Dr. Mini Zeng, director of JU's Center for Cybersecurity.
  • The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) program is managed by NSA's National Cryptologic School.

Harrisburg University Receives NSA Designation as Center of Academic Excellence (CAE)

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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HARRISBURG, Pa., March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Harrisburg University of Science and Technology has received its official designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) from the National Security Agency (NSA) and US Cyber Command.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Harrisburg University of Science and Technology has received its official designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) from the National Security Agency (NSA) and US Cyber Command.
  • The NSA maintains stringent requirements for institutions seeking validation under the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) program.
  • Being designated as a Center of Academic Excellence will put Harrisburg University on the map for a gold-star, world-class education in cybersecurity.
  • This partnership with the NSA ensures Harrisburg University continues supporting its students with world-class academic, research, and career-building experiences.

National Security Agency (NSA) Announces Retirement of Cybersecurity Director

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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Fort Meade, Maryland, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Security Agency (NSA) announces the retirement of Rob Joyce, the Director of Cybersecurity and the Deputy National Manager, National Security Systems; effective March 31, 2024.

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  • Fort Meade, Maryland, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Security Agency (NSA) announces the retirement of Rob Joyce, the Director of Cybersecurity and the Deputy National Manager, National Security Systems; effective March 31, 2024.
  • “Rob’s leadership of the agency’s critical Cybersecurity mission has been exemplary,” NSA Director General Timothy D. Haugh said.
  • “I am honored to have served for over 34 years at the National Security Agency,” Joyce said.
  • Making a difference in the security of the nation is truly an honor.”
    Joyce will be succeeded by David Luber, the Deputy Director of the Cybersecurity Directorate.

SimSpace Wins Prestigious Multi-Year Cyber Florida Contract to Spearhead the State's Cybersecurity Preparedness

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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BOSTON, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, SimSpace , the global leader in military-grade cyber ranges, has been awarded a first-of-its-kind, multi-year contract by The Florida Center for Cybersecurity at the University of South Florida, also known as Cyber Florida.

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  • BOSTON, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, SimSpace , the global leader in military-grade cyber ranges, has been awarded a first-of-its-kind, multi-year contract by The Florida Center for Cybersecurity at the University of South Florida, also known as Cyber Florida.
  • SimSpace's cyber range technology will provide Machine-Learning-driven, evidence-based data and high-fidelity learning and practice environments to increase the cyber governance and accountability of Florida's $1.4-trillion economy.
  • The contract, secured through funding from the Florida State Legislature, will help enhance the operational preparedness of Florida's most vital institutions, companies and law enforcement entities.
  • "Cyber Florida particularly wants to thank the Florida State Legislature for its far-sighted view of cyber risk, and the extensive resources that have enabled the state to go beyond rudimentary training techniques," said Cyber Florida Executive Director General (Ret.)

AFWERX and Department of Air Force Award Qrypt with STTR Phase 1 Contract

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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Qrypt , the pioneering quantum-secure encryption company, has announced AFWERX has selected it for an STTR Phase 1 contract focused on Qrypt’s quantum-secure encryption solution to address the most pressing challenges in the Department of Air Force (DAF).

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  • Qrypt , the pioneering quantum-secure encryption company, has announced AFWERX has selected it for an STTR Phase 1 contract focused on Qrypt’s quantum-secure encryption solution to address the most pressing challenges in the Department of Air Force (DAF).
  • Qrypt’s quantum-secure encryption solution uniquely eliminates key transmission and addresses the immediate threat posed by “harvest now, decrypt later” (HNDL) attacks.
  • “Through this collaboration and contract, we can work with Qrypt to strengthen national defense capabilities and advance quantum-resistant cryptography.”
    To learn more about Qrypt’s offerings, visit www.qrypt.com .
  • The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. government.

Senate votes to confirm Lt. Gen. Timothy Haugh to lead CYBERCOM and NSA/CSS

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Friday, December 22, 2023
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Lt. Gen. Haugh is scheduled to assume his new role following a change-of-command ceremony planned for early 2024.

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  • Lt. Gen. Haugh is scheduled to assume his new role following a change-of-command ceremony planned for early 2024.
  • “I believe the nation is defended and the future is secured due to his leadership over the past six years,” Lt. Gen. Haugh said.
  • During his tenure with the Command and the Agency, Gen. Nakasone supported the establishment of CYBERCOM, fostered strategic concepts for cyber operations, and oversaw tighter integration between CYBERCOM and NSA.
  • “Serving the nation alongside the CYBERCOM and NSA/CSS workforce has been the highlight of my career,” Gen. Nakasone said.

Independent Technical Evaluation from Technology Advancement Center Finds Darktrace Federal Cyber AI Mission Defense Provides Comprehensive Visibility and Detection for IT and OT Environments

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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RESTON, Va., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Darktrace Federal announced that the Technology Advancement Center (TAC) completed an independent technical evaluation of the Darktrace Federal Cyber AI Mission Defense™ solution for information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) environments.

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  • Darktrace Federal Cyber AI Mission Defense designed to combat sophisticated attacks including nation state attacks, insider threats, and zero-days using Self-Learning AI
    RESTON, Va., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Darktrace Federal announced that the Technology Advancement Center (TAC) completed an independent technical evaluation of the Darktrace Federal Cyber AI Mission Defense™ solution for information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) environments.
  • In the evaluation, Cyber AI Mission Defense consistently detected and responded to nation-state-like attacks in real time, providing 100% detection of anomalous behaviors without rules, signatures, or white/blacklisting.
  • TAC's evaluation also found Cyber AI Mission Defense was successful in discovering each device type connected on OT and IT networks, providing 100% visibility into network communications and asset identification, regardless of protocol.
  • Darktrace Federal's Cyber AI Mission Defense solution spans IT and OT environments, providing coverage for on-premises networks, cloud, OT and critical infrastructure systems, applications, and zero trust architectures.