QUICK HITS
SBA 8(a) audit impacts: Key insights for tribally owned contractors.
Locking down the digital shop floor: Rethinking defense data security.
Pentagon cloud fraud: Former contractor manager indicted by DOJ.
Privacy and security insights: Preparing for evolving regulatory demands.
DEFENSE & AEROSPACE
Air Force adopts commercial-first strategy for IT modernization.
The USAF is implementing a commercial-first approach to IT modernization, prioritizing proven industry solutions over custom development. This strategy aims to accelerate modernization, reduce costs, and enhance mission readiness through scalable, secure technologies.
USSF to focus training on “orbital warfare,” joint integration.
The USSF is reshaping its training to focus more heavily on orbital warfare, preparing Guardians to operate in contested space environments rather than treating space as a benign domain. The updated approach also emphasizes tighter joint integration with other military services to ensure space operations are fully synchronized with air, land, sea, and cyber missions.
Army is hoping for a big new drone by 2028.
The Army is developing a new Group 4 vertical takeoff and landing (SVTOL) drone to fill the gap between small tactical UAS and larger aircraft, providing longer range, heavier payloads, and runway-independent operations. Officials say the effort is focused on rapid prototyping and flexibility, allowing the Army to adapt the platform quickly for reconnaissance, logistics, or strike missions.
ICYMI:
USSF RPP: SBI LOE 2M.
DOD prepares for post-quantum cryptography migration.
Former military official calls for modernizing foreign military sales system.
Army AI strategy: advancing command and control at the tactical edge.
Astris AI for Government: Lockheed’s subsidiary rolls out secure AI platform.
Defense Contract Awards
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Defense Job Openings
USMC is seeking a Marketing Director.
USAF is hiring a Maintenance Deputy Director.
END OF YEAR RECAP
Best Books, Podcasts, Articles, Blogs, and Videos of 2025
What Smart GovCons Were Reading, Watching, and Listening to in 2025
Between FAR rewrites, cybersecurity mandates, and acquisition reform whiplash, staying informed in 2025 took effort. These books, podcasts, articles, blogs, and videos helped make sense of it all—and earned a permanent spot in our rotation. Here’s our curated list. Explore the full list here.
INTEL COMMUNITY
Pentagon shake-up: proposal to restructure U.S. military command.
The Pentagon is considering a significant reorganization that could consolidate combatant commands and reduce the number of four-star generals. The initiative seeks to streamline leadership, improve efficiency, and modernize the military’s command structure.
ICYMI:
DIU, JIATF-401, USNORTHCOM, and Army reveal C-UAS challenge winner.
USSOCOM modernizes personal diver equipment.
Space Force won’t team with NRO on next-gen satellites.
NASA, partners share first data from new US-European sea satellite.
Potential NSA, Cyber Command leader nomination transmitted to Senate.
ODNI is looking for an Engineering Group Chief.
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CIVILIAN
House approves SAMOSA Act to streamline federal software spending.
The House has passed the SAMOSA Act, directing agencies to adopt standardized practices for software procurement and reduce unnecessary costs. The legislation aims to improve efficiency and accountability in Federal IT spending.
Executive Order 14300: NRC faces major reform mandates.
E.O. 14300 is shaking up the NRC, requiring faster licensing, streamlined processes, and modernized oversight to support advanced nuclear technologies.
CBP prepares for quantum era: 2026 readiness push begins.
CBP is implementing a strategic plan to achieve quantum readiness by 2026. The initiative focuses on quantum-resistant encryption and collaborative efforts to safeguard critical systems against emerging threats.
ICYMI:
NASA RFI: Earth Independent Operations (EIO) Partnerships in Anomaly.
NNSA finishes last W88 warhead upgrade in modernization effort.
NobleReach becomes founding partner of U.S. Tech Force.
Landing an AI job: Treasury wants a 10-page Gatsby analysis, translation.
W&M won a $1M AI-assisted Detector Design, Optimization grant.
Civilian Contracts Awards
Follow Civilian Leaders
SAIC announced its CGO.
Civilian Job Openings
DOJ needs a Deputy Director.
Executive Office of Immigration Review wants a Policy Assistant Director.
M&A CORNER
Arcfield completes Rite-Solutions acquisition: expands defense tech capabilities.
Arcfield has finalized its acquisition of Rite-Solutions, strengthening its position in defense and intelligence markets. The deal brings advanced software engineering and cybersecurity expertise to Arcfield’s portfolio, aiming to enhance mission-critical solutions for government clients.
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