Defense Systems

Where does DOD enterprise e-mail really stand?

More than a year into the program, there are more questions than ever when it comes to DOD enterprise e-mail.

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DISA makes enterprise IT cornerstone of 2012 strategy

DISA is taking aim at enterprise capabilities, beginning immediately with combining offices to streamline and focus on cybersecurity as a priority.

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Air Force releases RFI for revolutionary cyberspace tech

The technologies derived from the Air Force's latest request for information will likely affect the future of its cyberspace operations and may even be included in the branch's Cyber Vision 2025 study.

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Air Force's Hawkins takes charge as DISA director

Air Force Maj. Gen. Ronnie Hawkins took over the reins as DISA director in a Jan. 11 ceremony.

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DOD official seeks to reassure industry over cuts

Despite projected spending decreases, industry will remain the military’s key partner, a top acquisition official said.

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Obama, officials lay out new US defense strategy

The Defense Department's strategic review reveals plans to shift from ground wars to rebuilding and deterrence while incorporating nearly $450 billion in cuts.

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Defense bill harnesses IT to drive savings

Provisions in the 2012 defense bill include some measures that will have a big impact this year on contracting, cyber defense, intelligence and the use of cloud.

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NDU faculty praised for leading global cyber workshop

National Defense University's iCollege workshop convened members of the international cyber community to discuss, tackle top global threats.

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Obama signs defense bill despite concerns over provisions

The 2012 National Defense Authorization Act receives presidential stamp of approval despite contested measures regarding controversial provision on indefinite detainment of terror suspects.

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Defense bill calls for domestic UAS test sites

The 2012 defense bill calls for six pilot test sites for domestic unmanned aircraft systems, a measure lauded by some and cautioned by others.

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Defense bill puts data center consolidation plans at risk

The 2012 defense bill contains language that could block DOD-DISA partnerships in cloud and enterprise e-mail.

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White House threatens to veto defense bill

The Defense Authorization bill is almost ready for the White House, but detainee provisions could trigger a veto.

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Fluornoy to leave top DOD post

The Defense Department's highest-ranking woman is stepping down as undersecretary of defense for policy, effective sometime in early 2012.

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Navy delays final solicitation for NGEN program

The Navy says it will not release its final NGEN RFP on Dec. 21 but will release a new draft.

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Army to hit civilian workforce with nearly 9,000 cuts

Cuts will come from 70 installations, 37 states, and eight commands and agencies.

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Debate boils about what's under the RQ-170's hood

As uncertainty continues to surround RQ-170 drone, experts estimate its ISR capabilities and payload.

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DISA fund earns 'clean' status in DOD-wide audit

An audit of DISA's fiscal 2011 Defense Working Capital Fund found the fund was financially transparent and accurate. DISA is one of six agencies so far to clear the Defense Department audit, which will be ongoing through 2014.

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DARPA picks winning team in shredder challenge

DARPA announces a winner for its shredded-document challenge, designed to find out more about handling and exploiting sensitive documents.

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What does sequestration really mean for DOD?

The super committee's failure to identify $1.2 trillion in budget cuts was expected to trigger a nightmare for DOD, but is it happening?

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Defense bill includes key cyber provisions

While measures pertaining to military detention of suspected terrorists dominated the debate, the 2012 National Defense Authorization Act will also affect cybersecurity and defense IT.