QUICK HITS
AI system monitoring: NIST outlines barriers to effective oversight.
Cyber regulation overlap: Too many cooks in the cyber kitchen = chaos.
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CMMC myths: How misconceptions put your DOD contracts at risk.
DEFENSE & AEROSPACE
Space RCO shifts strategy for consolidated command‑and‑control modernization.
The Space Rapid Capabilities Office is recalibrating its approach to the R2C2 program after determining that migrating 15–25 legacy systems to a cloud‑based C2 platform on an accelerated timeline was not feasible. The office is now adopting a more incremental, systems‑integrator–led strategy to ensure reliable onboarding and support for dynamic space operations.
Anthropic dispute: White House touts $50B investment anyway.
The W.H. continues to highlight Anthropic’s $50 billion data‑center investment in NY and TX, even as the company remains barred from federal use and designated a supply‑chain risk. The project promises thousands of jobs, underscoring the unusual juxtaposition between federal restrictions and public‑facing economic messaging.
USSF advances missile‑warning architecture with key design milestone.
The USSF has completed the preliminary design review for its 10‑satellite Epoch 2 missile‑warning constellation, just nine months after awarding a $1.2 billion contract to BAE Systems. The program moves toward a critical design review this summer, supporting broader global tracking coverage against advanced missile threats.
ICYMI:
USAF RFI: E-7A Aircraft Product Support Business Case Analysis.
Army RFI: TMC Program.
DOD counter‑UAS policies: New testing rules emphasize privacy compliance.
DOD introduces “Agent Designer” tool for secure AI assistants.
Arctic operations: Navy tests nuclear submarines in extreme conditions.
Defense Contract Awards
Follow the Defense Leaders
USAF named a cyber operations, IT leader as its Acting CISO.
Alpha Omega welcomed new VP of Capture and a VP of IT and Solutions.
Defense Job Openings
DCA is seeking a Facility Engineering Director.
OSD is hiring an Associate Director, Financial Control.
CHART
Congressional Research Service. (2026, March 9). Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (IF13175). U.S. Library of Congress.
INTEL COMMUNITY
Planet Labs extends Middle East image delay to prevent use by adversaries.
Planet Labs, has extended a delay on releasing new satellite images of parts of the Middle East to prevent real-time data from potentially being used by America’s adversaries during the ongoing regional conflict. The move is intended to limit the chance that fresh imagery could help hostile actors plan attacks against U.S., allied, or NATO forces.
We were right about Havana Syndrome.
A former CIA officer argues that victims of “Havana Syndrome” were vindicated after years of being dismissed, claiming the I.C. ignored evidence and mishandled the investigation into mysterious health incidents affecting diplomats and intelligence personnel. Renewed investigations and accountability within agencies are needed to determine whether a foreign adversary was responsible for the attacks.
ICYMI:
US intelligence community warns of possible retaliatory attacks by Iran.
Reentry of NASA satellite will exceed the agency’s own risk guidelines.
NSA, CYBERCOM has a new leader.
ODNI is looking for a Staff Director.
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CIVILIAN
GSA draft policy broadens federal authority over AI tools.
GSA’s draft AI policy proposes granting agencies expansive operational rights over vendor‑provided AI systems, including an irrevocable, royalty‑free license for any lawful government use. The guidance also restricts vendors from limiting system outputs—an effort to ensure neutrality amid recent disputes with AI providers.
National cyber strategy: Cairncross outlines upcoming implementation efforts.
The National Cyber Director detailed the administration’s next steps for implementing the new national cyber strategy, emphasizing sector‑specific pilot programs in areas such as water, beef, and rural healthcare, along with a forthcoming Cyber Academy to strengthen the federal cybersecurity workforce.
CIRCIA implementation delay: DHS shutdown further extends rule timeline.
CISA has stated that the ongoing DHS shutdown will further postpone the final CIRCIA rule, with all scheduled March–April town halls deferred. CIRCIA requires critical infrastructure companies to report significant cyberattacks and ransomware payments to the CISA within specified timeframes to improve the federal government’s ability to track and respond to cyber threats.
VA RFI: Telehealth, Scheduling, & Mobile Platform Services.
DHA Sources Sought: Facilities Enterprise FOB CADD Support.
AAM and eVTOL: DOT and FAA select 8 pilot projects.
Federal workforce rebuilding: agencies turn to hiring and AI tools.
ISS retirement debate: lawmakers push NASA to delay deorbit plan.
Civilian Contracts Awards
Follow Civilian Leaders
Accenture Federal Services named its Public Safety Portfolio Lead.
NASA’s SEWP Program Director is leaving the agency.
NASA CDAIO has chosen a new Data and AI Operations Engineering Lead.
Civilian Job Openings
NIH needs a Director in its Ethics Office.
FAA wants a Policy Director.
M&A CORNER
ASGN acquisition: Quinnox strengthens $290M digital growth strategy.
ASGN has finalized its $290 million acquisition of Quinnox, bringing 2,000 global staff and expanded digital engineering and offshore delivery capabilities into its portfolio. The move reinforces ASGN’s forthcoming Everforth rebrand and broadens its expertise in modernization, analytics, and enterprise platforms.
Trident acquisition: Ibeos enhances on‑orbit electronics portfolio.
Trident Solutions has acquired Ibeos, adding advanced space‑qualified power systems, flight computers, and high‑reliability processing technologies to its portfolio. The move strengthens Trident’s ability to support national security, civil, and commercial space missions with integrated, mission‑ready electronic systems.
Ondas acquisition: Mistral expands prime access and defense capabilities.
Ondas’ planned $175 million acquisition of Mistral would grant the company direct access to more than $1 billion in U.S. defense contract vehicles and add U.S.-based manufacturing, integration, and quality‑assurance infrastructure. The move marks a significant expansion of Ondas’ footprint across DOD unmanned and autonomous programs.
ICYMI:
U.S. engine production: GE Aerospace commits $1B investment.
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