April 16, 2025

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DEFENSE & AEROSPACE

Golden Dome missile shield moves forward.

U.S. Space Command has submitted its recommendations for the "Golden Dome" missile defense system to SecDef. The proposed system aims to deploy space-based interceptors to neutralize hypersonic threats, drawing parallels to Reagan's "Star Wars" initiative. Estimated costs are included, aligning with POTUS’ proposed $1 trillion defense budget for 2026. ​

DISA's Endguard fortifies Navy's cyber readiness.

DISA's new Endguard platform is bolstering the Navy's Readiness Reporting Enterprise by enhancing endpoint security with Microsoft Defender. This initiative marks the first of 192 planned migrations through FY27, aiming to provide real-time threat detection and improved cyber defense across the Department of Defense.​

Pentagon turns to ground-based radars to address gaps in space domain awareness.

To keep an eye on what’s happening up there, the Space Force is investing in ground-based radars down here. With satellite threats growing—especially from China—leaders want better space domain awareness, and that means more ISR coverage from terra firma.

ICYMI:

• USAF RFI: Post Quantum Encryption in Microelectronics.

• USAF RFI: OSAIS-ONE (sic; typo for OASIS) Acquisition Solution for Integrated Services.

• DOD seeks input on how to structure a $48B tech research recompete.

• AI breakthrough could pave the way for frontline robot factories.

Defense Contract Awards

• Solipsys inked a $182M USMC MARCORSYSCOM CAC2S PDSS IDIQ.

• SupplyCore booked a $75M DLA Facilities Maintenance, Repair and Ops deal.

• DIU selected 8 companies for nuclear microreactors to power U.S. bases.

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• Former Army official is tapped to be Cypress’ Digital, Next-Gen Solutions VP.

• Future Technologies’ board welcomes a new member.

Defense Job Openings

• USAF is seeking a Nuclear Integration Director.

• ANGU is hiring a Force Support Director.

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CHART

Congressional Research Service. Hypersonic Weapons: Background and Issues for Congress. Updated April 10, 2025. R45811.

INTEL COMMUNITY

ICYMI:

• NRO completes 9th proliferated architecture launch with NROL-192.

• Feds: Be wary of Chinese spy recruitment on networking platforms.

• NATO purchases Palantir's AI-Warfighting Maven software system.

• Subsystems Technologies is the prime contractor on the CDAO Artificial Intelligence Talent 2.0 BOA.

CIVILIAN

POTUS orders major overhaul of federal procurement rules​.

POTUS has signed yet more E.O.s to revamp federal procurement processes, aiming to simplify the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and prioritize commercially available products. Agencies have tight deadlines: 15 days to designate procurement leads, 20 days for OMB guidance, and 60 days to review non-commercial contracts.

NIST aligns privacy framework with cybersecurity guidelines.

NIST updates its Privacy Framework to sync with Cybersecurity Framework 2.0, making it easier for organizations to tackle privacy and cybersecurity risks together. The draft includes AI-focused privacy tools and a user-friendly FAQ section.

OSTP Director advocates creative R&D funding strategies.

In his first public address since Senate confirmation, OSTP Director Michael Kratsios emphasized the need for “smart choices” in allocating R&D funding and accelerating award processes.

ICYMI:

• DHS RFI: CWMD Mobile Detection Deployment Program.

• DOJ RFI: IT Service Desk Support Federal Bureau of Prisons.

• DOC RFI: SSA, STC Technical and Operational Data and Services.

• Here’s what the current version of the VA EHR roadmap looks like.

Civilian Contracts Awards

• Fortress secured a $919M GSA SCRIPTS AI supply chain BPA.

• Bellese booked a $48M CMS QMARS Support contract.

• Trust Consulting Services won an OASIS+ 8(a) Small Business deal.

• ORACLE Cloud inked a USDA STRATUS contract.

Follow Civilian Leaders

• DOJ has a new PSS Acting Director.

• GDIT named its Cyber Pursuit VP.

• Zscaler welcomes a new member of its advisory team.

Civilian Job Openings

• FAA wants a System Operations Security Director.

• DOJ needs an Administration Assistant Director.

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