The Department of Energy has launched the Tribal Energy Loan Guarantee Program‘s first solicitation, which will provide up to $2 billion in loans for energy development projects of native American communities, including Alaska. The TELGP, under the Energy Policy Act of 2005, seeks to increase commercial debt availability to support tribal energy markets, rather than […] More

Sauer has secured a $25 million contract from the Naval Facilities Engineering Command to build a Littoral Combat Ship operational training facility at Naval Station Mayport in Florida. The U.S. Navy said Monday the facility will be equipped with systems trainers, simulators, classrooms, personnel support space, a high-bay operational training area and applied instruction space to facilitate crew training for […] More

Government events are excellent avenues for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and planning within the public sector. Attending these events provides opportunities for attendees to gain insights from federal leaders, policymakers, and industry experts.   Read on to find the top government events this 2024 that best fit your business goals.   Must-Attend Government Events for 2024 […] More

Dr. Kathleen Hicks is the Deputy Secretary of Defense for the Department of Defense. She is responsible for the department’s daily operations, such as managing the DoD budget and carrying out the missions of the Secretary of Defense.    Kathleen Hicks is a four-time Wash100 Award winner, getting recognized consistently since 2021. Get to know […] More

Booz Allen Hamilton has named Mac Thornberry, former chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, to its board of directors, effective April 1. He brings to Booz Allen his expertise and experience in defense technology, policymaking and national security and will serve on the board's nominating and corporate governance committee and compensation, culture and people panel, the company said Monday.

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Fortress Information Security has joined the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's public-private partnership initiative aimed at strengthening U.S. defenses against cyberattacks. The company said Monday it will share information on cyber risks to support the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative's efforts to develop and implement joint cybersecurity planning and cyber defense initiatives.

Join the Potomac Officers Club’s 2023 Homeland Security Summit on Nov. 15 to learn about the U.S. government’s national security priorities and initiatives. Click here to register for the highly anticipated event.

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Israel has a long history of having conflicts with its neighbors. Throughout the years, the country honed its national security measures, such as weaponry and defense systems, to protect its borders and people from imminent enemy attacks.   One of Israel’s prides is the Iron Dome. For a decade, the Iron Dome has been reliable […] More

 Carahsoft Sales Director where for the past 14 years he has collaborated with a broad range of public sector organizations and the technology providers that serve them.

Whitworth recently took part in a Spotlight interview with ExecutiveBiz to explore cybersecurity policy, zero trust architecture, supply chain integrity and the Department of Defense’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification framework.

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Who are the US alllies? Throughout history, the United States has joined forces with other countries to work toward shared objectives and safeguard core values. These foreign relations play a role in shaping America’s foreign policy and maintaining national security. Recently, the U.S. has highlighted its commitment to alliance partners by recognizing their strides in […] More

The U.S. government federal agencies have online portals where the public can gather information, services, and resources provided by the government. These websites get over 5 billion monthly visits, with many users looking for tax forms, learning about government programs, and checking the latest news and updates.  However, unexpected events can cause a sudden surge […] More

A subsidiary of Canadian mining company Graphite One has received a $37.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to accelerate a feasibility study for domestic battery material production. DOD awarded Defense Production Act Title III funds to support Graphite One (Alaska) Inc.’s proposal to create a supply chain for anode materials needed to […] More

VMD has secured a $29 million contract from the Department of Energy to provide the National Nuclear Security Administration with cybersecurity and strategic advisory services over a five-year period. The government contractor said Thursday its services will support the agency’s Associate Administrator for Information Management and Chief Information Officer to ensure governance and oversight throughout the […] More