Interoperability, Acquisition, Mobility Cap GMU C4I Conference

Originally posted by Max Cacas on AFCEA's SIGNAL Online

"In the bright world of a fully interoperable U.S. Army, soldiers will be able to access tactical command and control information from any digital device using a standard Web browser", Dr. Michael Hieb, research associate professor, Center for Excellence in C4I, George Mason University, explained." A common operating environment also will enable military staffs to customize command and control software as needed. In fact, staff might even find themselves able to create entirely new applications to manipulate data as needed."

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Jill Singer and John Gilligan Selected as AFCEA Cyber Committee Co-Chairs

Originally posted on MarketWatch

FAIRFAX, Va., PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- AFCEA International announced today that Ms. Jill Singer and Mr. John Gilligan have been selected as the new co-chairs for the AFCEA Cyber Committee. In this position, they will work with the committee to coordinate and enhance AFCEA's outreach to the responsible communities, and to cultivate a spirit of partnership among the public and private sectors. Committees also serve as a forum to develop new ideas regarding technical, operational challenges and capabilities in support of AFCEA chapters and members worldwide and other information exchange services.

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Takeaways from AFCEA DC’s 4th Annual Cybersecurity Symposium

Originally posted by Shamun Mahmud on DLT Solutions' Technically Speaking

The Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association's (AFCEA) DC chapter hosted the 4th Annual Cybersecurity Symposium on Friday February 22nd.  Industry experts joined federal officials from cybersecurity agencies in interactive panels and keynote speeches.  This was a joint update on the status of our nation's cybersecurity efforts.

The key takeaways I found relevant to the public sector cybersecurity community are:

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AFCEA’s Homeland Security Conference Returns To Washington, D.C

Originally posted by PR Newswire

Under Secretary Rand Beers and other federal, state and local officials confirmed to speak

AFCEA's twelfth annual Homeland Security Conference, "Securing the Homeland: Working Together, Keeping the Nation Safe", will be hosted at the Grand Hyatt Washington, Washington, D.C., February 26-28, 2013.  Attendees include government and industry leaders, CIOs, and program managers involved in operations, policy and procurement. Additionally, the Conference will include several roundtables this year, focusing on Chief Information Officers, Procurement Executives, and Collaboration when Disaster Strikes.

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AFCEA Announces The 2013 Distinguished Young AFCEAN And Emerging Leader Award Winners

Originally posted by PR Newswire

AFCEA International is pleased to announce the 2013 Young AFCEAN of the Year, Distinguished Young AFCEAN (DYA) and Emerging Leader Award winners. These awards were presented on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at the West 2013 Conference in San Diego, CA. For more information visit www.afcea.org/awards.

The DYA Award recognizes and rewards exceptional performance in two areas - a record of going "above and beyond" at the local AFCEA Chapter level, and superior technical achievement in the professional arena. The AFCEA Regional Vice Presidents have the honor to personally select an individual from their Region to receive the Regional DYA Award. These honorees represent an elite group of individuals that have gone above and beyond for their Chapters. These honorees are also eligible to win the Young AFCEAN of the Year Award.

View the list of winners on CNBC >>