Allies, Partners Play Key Role in Cybersecurity, Says Official
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Allies and partners play a key role in cybersecurity, Mieke Eoyang, deputy assistant secretary of defense for cyber policy, said in a virtual fireside chat at C4ISRNet CYBERCON 2021.
'Persistent Engagement' Strategy Paying Dividends, Cybercom General Says
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The U.S. and its allies need to be proactive and in constant contact with their adversaries to better defend themselves in the cyber domain, the deputy commander of U.S. Cyber Command said.
Automotive Industry Innovations Can Help Combat Climate Crisis, Hicks Says
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Climate change continues to create extreme weather events, which increase the demands on the U.S. military while simultaneously affecting its capacity to respond, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks said.
DOD Efforts Showcased in Climate Adaptation Companion Document
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From increased wildfires and flooding to new requirements for equipment and training, climate change impacts all Defense Department activities. This demands new missions and alters the operational environment.
DOD Supports Administration's Climate Change Ambitions
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The Defense Department is actively working with the whole-of-government to tackle the climate crisis, as underscored by two recently released documents that highlight the impact of climate change on national security.
Defense Agency's Contracting Strategies Offer Tailored, Flexible Solutions
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Acquisition professionals at the Defense Logistics Agency are turning to captains of industry/supplier capabilities contracts to offer solutions for customers who need weapons system parts and engineering and support services.
Investments in Technology Crucial to Staying Ahead, Innovation Unit Director Says
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An effective national technology strategy requires investments in critical and emerging technologies, the director of the Defense Innovation Unit said.
DOD's PFAS Public Outreach Focuses on Cleanup Progress, PFAS-Free Firefighting Solutions, Officials Say
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The Defense Department is working to develop new technologies that can speed up the cleanup effort, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for environment and energy resilience said.
DOD Begins Fielding 5G Communications to California First Responders
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The Defense Innovation Unit announced a year-long prototyping project involving a private wireless 5G communications network for first responders in California, including the California National Guard.
Army's 'Dragon's Lair' Opens to All Military Services
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The Army's XVIII Airborne Corps at Fort Bragg, N.C., initiated the Dragon's Lair program, a "Shark Tank"-style competition in which soldiers from across the Army pitched their innovations to a panel of civilian tech experts and military leaders.