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Mercury Systems plant receives superior security rating from Defense Security Service
The plant's superior rating is the highest available to cleared defense contractors.
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Army Knowledge Online transitions to next-generation enterprise services
The Army is developing a transition timeline for AKO accounts, including retirees and family members.
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Between a rock and a hard place
Trust is earned, not freely given. Gaining, or as some would say regaining, that trust must be a priority for the administration and the intelligence community. And, as we’ve seen over the last week, that job just got a lot tougher.
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Air Force to replicate ground-based GPS for next-gen tests
The Air Force will test its next generation of navigation and guidance systems using a non-GPS-based positioning system (NGBPS).
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Addressing security challenges of a common operating environment
Jim Quinn, vice president of C4ISR Systems for Lockheed Martin Information Systems & Global Solutions, on sharing and security challenges of a common operating environment.
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Future satcom needs better modems, antennas and power
Although various technologies and techniques are being used to improve military satellite capabilities, armed forces will still need to rely on commercial capabilities.
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The hidden impact of a cyber breach
The implications of a breach go far beyond what we commonly see in the headlines. The true cost must be taken into consideration when assessing the proper level of security for these systems.
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Budget and technology issues reshape combat communications
Emerging systems and innovative approaches help the Defense Department enhance tactical edge communications despite diminishing financial resources.
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How to properly assess cyber security
While a perfect cyber security assessment does not exist, using the internationally recognized ISO set of standards provides a solid foundation upon which organization’s can build.
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The second time around isn't the charm for NETCENTS-2
The Air Force has dismissed all of the protests associated with the recently awarded $6.9 billion Network Centric Solutions (NETCENTS-2) Netcentric Products contract vehicle as it seeks to take corrective actions on the contract related to the Trade Agreements Act, which prevents the procurement of components from certain countries.
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