Xpect acquires digital media intake tool provider
The NewSpring-backed Xpect also is looking to further shore up its digital transformation offerings. Xpect Solutions, an engineering and network infrastructure services provider itself acquired by NewSpring Capital in the fall, has made its first acquisition with that backing to further extend across law enforcement agencies. Founded by Josh Baze in 2021, GovDefender designs and develops […]
OPM awards $149M cyber, network operations support contract
The Office of Personnel Management wants to more heavily lean on cloud-based technologies and a zero trust approach. Bering Straits Professional Services has won a potential five-year, $149 million contract for broad cybersecurity infrastructure and network operations support services to the federal government’s main human resources agency. The Office of Personnel Management is looking to further modernize […]
OPM awards $149M cyber, network operations support contract
The Office of Personnel Management wants to more heavily lean on cloud-based technologies and a zero trust approach. Bering Straits Professional Services has won a potential five-year, $149 million contract for broad cybersecurity infrastructure and network operations support services to the federal government’s main human resources agency. The Office of Personnel Management is looking to further modernize […]
Eutelsat-OneWeb government arm promotes Canning to CEO
The subsidiary is looking to expand the availability of its low-Earth and geostationary orbit networks. EACOWT, a U.S. government-focused subsidiary formed by the 2023 merger of Eutelsat and OneWeb, has promoted Ian Canning from chief operating officer to CEO in a move that took effect on Dec. 20. Canning has been acting CEO since the December […]
COMMENTARY: How AI will revolutionize cybersecurity in 2025
GitLab’s Joel Krooswyk explains the four changes in federal cybersecurity that will be driven by greater use of artificial intelligence. Federal cybersecurity is a complex landscape shaped by evolving regulations, funding constraints, and the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence. As agencies navigate CISA’s Secure by Design pledge, the transition to zero trust architectures, and the emphasis […]
GSA faces first two Polaris protests
More could be coming as the General Services Administration works toward making additional awards in specific small business categories. Only two protests have been filed so far after the General Services Administration’s award of 102 prime spots on the Polaris small business vehicle in December. That’s a surprisingly low number of protests, given that companies submitted […]