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March 8, 2024
ManTech divest business unit, IARPA releases RFI, VA T4NG2 awardee changes, Pentagon wants computer chips
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March 08, 2024
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QUICK HITS
The SDA's been disruptive to traditional defense acquisitions: But in a way that's good for the warfighter, says its director.
The Pentagon wants new computer chips for the AI era: Nearly $800 in funding would enable smarter computing on the battlefield.
New legislation to codify standards for federal AI use: A proposed bill would consolidate laws and formalize governance of AI systems.
FAR Part 14: Watch next Wednesday’s webinar to learn more about “Contracting by Negotiation” from Jennifer Schaus.
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DEFENSE & AEROSPACE
For USAF's acquisition boss, one radar plan is still the 'highest' near-term priority.
According to the Air Force's acquisition chief, the F-22 plane is still the 'highest' priority for the near-term fight; USAG's acquisition boss said officials still consider the F-22 "as a capability that makes sense and that we need to field in the near term." Read more
Official to establish Space Force Futures Command says most of it already exists today.
The service official who has been charged with establishing the new Space Force Futures Command has said that Futures won't need 'giant' resources and that "... most of Futures exists today." Read more
US to launch emergency mission to bring Gazans humanitarian aid.
A senior White House official has told reporters that the US will establish a temporary port in Gaza to provide much-needed humanitarian aid; the official said however that the WH is "Not planning... U.S. boots on the ground." Read more
ICYMI:
Govt' getting key space contracts ready for launch.
USSF cancellation & operational challenges lead to Northrop layoffs.
Is the SDA approach “disruptive”? Its director thinks so.
Commission recommends changes to DOD planning, budgeting, and programming.
Defense Contract Awards
Groundswell bagged a $205M DIA HR Software contract.
Lockheed Martin received a DOD Nuclear-powered Spacecraft contract.
Integer Technologies got a $9.8 Intelligent Data Management contract from the U.S. Navy.
The U.S. Army has awarded Palantir a Next Generation Targeting System contract.
Defense Job Openings
DA is looking for a Dam Safety Production Center Director.
The USAASC is hiring a Program Manager.
NAVSEA needs a Deputy Technical Director.
DOD is seeking a Deputy Chief IO for Information Enterprise.
INTEL COMMUNITY
Gov't facilities were last year's 3rd-biggest ransomware target, says FBI.
Government facilities were the third largest critical infrastructure sector targeted by ransomware attacks in 2023, according to cybercrime statistics released by the FBI; the agency unveiled the findings in its annual report that unpacks complaints, financial losses, and other metrics used to determine the severity of cybercrime activities reported to federal authorities. Read more
CIA to showcase Tech, Business, and Career Opportunities at SXSW.
CIA to showcase work and partnership opportunities, particularly in STEAM fields, at SXSW in Austin, TX, from March 10-13. Attendees can learn about technology partnerships, recruitment, and the CIA's role in national security at the agency's booth through discussions and hands-on technology demonstrations. The expo will also emphasize the CIA's efforts in developing STEAM talent to address future national security workforce needs. Read more
ICYMI:
IARPA releases biomimetic supercapacitors RFI — responses due April 15.
Do you have what it takes to work in XR? The CIA is currently hiring.
CIVILIAN
OPM releases details to inform its new public-facing website.
The Office of Personnel Management is now offering new data guidance that aims to better inform the HR agency's new public-facing website; the recent details include names, roles, and pay levels of thousands of federal executives. Read more
Customs & Border Protection leans into biometrics on its controversial CBP One app.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection plans to expand the use of biometrics through its CBP One app, a platform created by the agency to help process people who intend to come to the country that has raised concerns from immigrant rights groups. Read more
How DOE's FITARA scorecard went from 'F' to 'A'.
When FITARA was first launched, the Education Department received a big fat “F” on its scorecard – in December 2019, the agency rose to an “A” on FITARA 9.0 and held steady with a “B” grade for the next six iterations of the scorecard. In September 2023, the DOE once again rose to an “A” grade for FITARA 16.0. Read more
ICYMI:
Do you want to build a spacecraft? NASA may fund and test yours if you win their challenge.
CISA undergoing large-scale modernization to migrate to 'greenfield' solution.
Federal Highway Administration seeks feedback on its cyber tool proposal.
The Hologic AI-Based Genius Diagnostics System has set foot in the U.S. Market.
Civilian Contracts Awards
VA removed the Sierra 7 T4NG2 award due to size determination and added CGI Federal, Inc.
Management Science & Innovation Inc. bagged a $17M OFCO Governmentwide Process & Performance Improvement Support Services contract.
Terran Orbital gets NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate contract.
Follow Civilian Leaders
Hypori’s new CFO was the CFO of Securonix.
Accelera has a new COO.
Sophos Americas Enterprise & Public Sector VP was a former McAfee Executive Director.
UKG’s former CCSO is now the incoming CEO of Deltek.
Civilian Job Openings
USDA is looking for a Supervisory Program Manager.
TREAS is hiring a Deputy Associate Director.
DOL is seeking a Regional Director.
DHS needs an Assistant Center Director.
M&A CORNER
Stengel Hill Architecture buys architect design company SCA.
Stengel Hill Architecture, an architectural, engineering, and consulting company backed by Godspeed Capital Management, has acquired Smith Consulting Architects in a move to broaden its architecture design capabilities and expand its market presence in California. Read More
Systems Planning & Analysis acquires ManTech's DARPA, OSD SCO, and select NRO technical advisory services programs.
Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA), an Arlington Capital Partners portfolio company, announced that it has acquired ManTech's DARPA, OSD SCO, and select NRO technical advisory services programs, enabling SPA to further expand its commitment to the Space and Intelligence sectors. Read More
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SHOWER THOUGHTS 🚿
A never before seen cyberattack: How does AI-powered malware work?
Researchers made a computer worm that can spread from one device to another via generative AI. Even with guardrails, it can persuade AI assistants to reveal a user’s personal data. How dangerous is this new malware and how does it operate? Read more
If security codes were leaked, can two-factor authentication still give app accounts security?
Recently, a security researcher discovered an unsecured YX International database. It has millions of security codes that can be easily accessed online. The absence of a password to protect this is alarming, but is it a risk? Should people continue to rely on 2FAs for extra protection? Read more
If coders are about to get dethroned by AI, how can they adapt and use it to their advantage?
It usually takes software developers 42 hours to write a code and around a day for it to be tested by software engineers. With AI as an assistant, it takes 24 hours to write it and two days to test it. It's not yet perfect, but AI assisted productivity gains are changing the balance of labor. How can teams adjust to the changes and use AI to get ahead? Read more
TRIVIA ANSWER ⭐️
B) William Henry Harrison—William Henry Harrison failed to deliver a single State of the Union address. He was in office exactly one month after he died of pneumonia.
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