Silicon Valley Comes to DC! CyberForwardDC – a fresh perspective on cyber security. A conference and exhibition that will feature leading technology experts, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs who will discuss the global forces shaping cyberspace and cyber security policy, evolving trends and the latest research. Innovation, Speed and Agility in Washington. As our global connections grow we become more vulnerable to incidents of data...

The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology (ASA(ALT)), specifically the Program Executive Office (PEO) Simulation, Training, & Instrumentation (STRI), Army Cyber Command and Second Army (ARCYBER & 2A), and the Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) are initiating a Cyber Innovation Challenge to investigate training platform prototype solutions. The intent of the challenge is to eval...

Quantum cryptography aims to achieve information security by making use of fundamental physical principles, such as the phenomenon of quantum entanglement. QCrypt 2016 is a weeklong conference where more than 250 researchers from around the world will discuss all aspects of quantum cryptography, ranging from basic scientific research, to its practical consequences for the future of cybersecurity. QCrypt 2016 is hosted by the Joint Center for Q...

The emergence of quantum technologies is a critical game-changer that offers new opportunities and challenges for cyber technologies and security. Keynote speaker Michele Mosca will explain the basic ideas behind quantum cryptography and some of the novel applications it enables. He will discuss its impact on the foundations of quantum information science and technology, and its direct, practical applications to society.

**CHANGE IN PROGRAM** July 7, 2016 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Due to demands on the staff of ASA(ALT), ARCYBER and TRADOC an in-person program cannot be held. In its place will be an on-line briefing and information session on the FedBusOps announcement for this challenge. The requirement is planned for release to the C5 Consortium on July 7. The in-person session at MITRE will not be held. In its place will be an on-line session. Registration for the...

FITARA Implementation Symposium III Theme: Assessing the Financial Management Impact Transparency is a key element of FITARA. Agencies will need to trace plans, investments, budgets, procurements and resources to business and mission outcomes. The approaches pioneered to enhance visibility across the CxO communities can benefit all areas of Government. Initial Scorecards On November 4 the House Oversight and Government Reform, Information Tech...

The International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) is the premier annual event for communications technology professionals. Network and connect with thousands of your peers and over 370 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and trends in the industry. IWCEs five-day conference program has over 100 sessions comprised of short courses, training and workshops. IWCE 2016 will be co-located with ETA’s Annual Education forum and our new...

FITARA Implementation Symposium III Theme: Assessing the Financial Management Impact Transparency is a key element of FITARA. Agencies will need to trace plans, investments, budgets, procurements and resources to business and mission outcomes. The approaches pioneered to enhance visibility across the CxO communities can benefit all areas of Government. Initial Scorecards On November 4 the House Oversight and Government Reform, Information Tec...

Federal Information Technology Reform Act Symposium Series The Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA) is one of the key elements of the current administration's efforts to improve Government information technology. It aligns with the Administrations key technology objectives of: (1) driving value in Federal IT investments, (2) delivering world-class digital services, and (3) protecting Federal IT assets and information...

Don't miss this event presented by the Government Information Technology Executive Council (GITEC). In July 2015, Ms. Council joined the Department of Veterans Affairs as the Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology (OI&T) and Chief Information Officer. In this role, Ms. Council oversees the day-to-day activities of VA’s $4 billion IT budget and over 8,000 IT employees to ensure that VA has the IT tools and services needed...