Cole Engineering awarded $957M Cyber Training Contract
ORLANDO, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, has been awarded the Cyber Training, Readiness, Integration, Delivery and Enterprise Technology (Cyber TRIDENT) $957M Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The Cyber TRIDENT contract is utilized by Department of Defense (DoD) organizations and other non-DoD agencies that have related cyber training needs.
Nation’s Only Black Cybersecurity Reskilling School Receives $10M Funding Boost to Connect Students with High-Paying Careers in Tech
DETROIT, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ — Detroit-based Automation Workz Institute, Inc., the nation’s only Black tech diversity consulting and upskilling institution, today announced the close of $10 million growth financing to drive the expansion of their cybersecurity, network engineer and development certification courses to people of color across America.
Aligned Technology Solutions Places 52 on the 2021 CRN® Fast Growth 150 List
ALEXANDRIA, Va. /ScoopCloud/ — Aligned Technology Solutions, announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company®, has named Aligned Technology Solutions to its 2021 Fast Growth 150 list in 52nd place. With this list, CRN recognizes the fastest-growing North American technology integrators, solution providers, and IT consultants for their significant growth and meaningful performance over the previous two years.
Blue Glacier Publishes ‘Red Team’ Report on Cybercrime and Anti-Vaccination Militancy
FAIRFAX, Va. /ScoopCloud/ — Blue Glacier Security & Intelligence LLC announced it has published a thought-provoking “red team” memorandum on potential incidents at the intersection of cybercrime, anti-vaccination militancy, and pandemic fatigue. This “out-of-the-box” analytic approach offers a thought-provoking viewpoint during the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases, and the pushback against vaccinations and renewed mask requirements.
Right Hand Technology Group Ranked on Channel Futures MSP 501 – Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Global Managed Service Providers
PITTSBURGH, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ — Right Hand Technology Group has been named as one of the world’s premier managed service providers in the prestigious 2021 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. Right Hand Technology Group has been selected as one of the technology industry’s top-performing providers of managed services by the editors of Channel Futures.
UBX Cloud awarded 10 Most Promising Cloud Solution Providers 2021
DETROIT, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ — UBX Cloud, a U.S. based cloud provider headquartered in Madison Heights, Mich., has been awarded “10 Most Promising Cloud Solution Providers 2021” by CIOReviewIndia. UBX leverages proven, off-the-shelf technologies in its private cloud operations arena, globally.
By Light Professional IT Services LLC Achieves NSA Trusted Integrator Listing
MCLEAN, Va. /ScoopCloud/ — By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light) announced today that it has achieved Trusted Integrator status within the National Security Agency’s (NSA) Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) program.
Preeminent Strategic Intelligence Analysis Certification from Treadstone 71 Drives Cyber Attack Prevention
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Treadstone 71 announced today the release of the much-awaited and industry-leading Strategic Intelligence Analysis training certification. The in-depth, on-demand course breaks down intelligence collection and analysis complexities over 12-weeks of lectures, exercises, quizzes, and hands-on case studies.
Baxter Clewis Consulting to Partner with PCI Security Standards Council to Help Secure Payment Data Worldwide
DALLAS, Texas /ScoopCloud/ — Baxter Clewis Consulting, an international consultancy on cyber security, announced today that it has joined the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) as a new Participating Organization. Baxter Clewis will work with the PCI SSC to help secure payment data worldwide through the ongoing development and adoption of the PCI Security Standards.
Cybersecurity Consulting Firm, Aristi Technologies, Accredited as a CMMC Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO)
HERNDON, Va. /ScoopCloud/ — Aristi Technologies, Inc. announced that it is among the first firms to become an accredited Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO) and Registered Provider Organization (RPO) by the CMMC Accreditation Body (CMMC-AB). C3PAOs are the only organizations authorized to conduct CMMC assessments.
UBX Cloud becomes first U.S. based CSP to offer CMMC cloud enclaves
DETROIT, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ — UBX Cloud is the first U.S. based cloud services provider to offer Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) cloud enclaves. The CMMC represents the Department of Defense’s continued effort to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in the defense supply chain.
Valentis Announces New Vice President of Strategy, Martha Hunter
PITTSBURGH, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ — Valentis today announced that Martha Hunter will become the company’s first-ever Vice President of Strategy, effective March 2021. She fills a new position helping the company meet growing demand for expansion.
GridBright, Inc. launches GRIDEON Secure Grid Collaboration (SGC) As A Service to Help Utilities Share Sensitive Data Needed to Keep the Lights On
ALAMO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Essential to managing today’s and the future electric grid is data-its movement and security. GRIDEON developed by GridBright under an award from the US Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Research Project Agency (ARPA-E) addresses this need.
TAG CXO Names Dan Streufert to Lead its IT Infrastructure Practice Area
PHOENIX, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ — TAG CXO, a provider of fractional IT executives, appointed Dan Streufert to lead its new IT Infrastructure practice area located in Phoenix, Arizona. In this role, Streufert is responsible to lead and develop the delivery teams helping TAG CXO clients build the robust and durable IT operating environments needed for growth and efficiency.
Blue Glacier Publishes Report on Nashville Bombing
FAIRFAX, Va. /ScoopCloud/ — Blue Glacier Security & Intelligence LLC announced it has published a thought-provoking report on the bombing in Nashville, Tennessee that occurred on December 25, 2020. The security risk analysis includes a discussion on the perpetrator (Anthony Warner), the bomb’s effects and impacts on the AT&T network hub and beyond, physical vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure, threat outlook and a red team alternate scenario.
EPIC Welcomes John Prentis and Larry Bowlus to Executive Risk and Cyber Practice
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants is pleased to welcome John Prentis and Larry Bowlus to its Executive Risk and Cyber practice. Joining from a global broker, Prentis and Bowlus will focus on large public, technology, and financial institution executive liability coverages, including Directors & Officers Liability.
Pulsar Global Solutions acquires Blueshield Security and Investigations
WARRENTON, Va. /ScoopCloud/ — Pulsar Global Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of Valentis, a defense and risk management firm, announces the acquisition of Blueshield Security and Investigations, LLC based in Warrenton, VA. The acquisition by Pulsar Global brings to realization the investigation unit of Valentis Security.
Valentis Security welcomes Jerry Clark
PITTSBURGH, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ — Valentis is pleased to announce the addition of Jerry Clark to its team as a consultant to help facilitate strategic business development and growth for Valentis locally, regionally, and nationally. Clark’s role will also include guest spots to share his insight and expertise on the “Marnie and Martha” Valentis produced podcast series.
LeadingIT Launches New IT Support Strategies to Conform with Cybersecurity Predictions For 2021 And Beyond
CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ — LeadingIT, a Chicagoland cybersecurity and IT support company, today refreshed their previously launched cybersecurity measures to help its clients curb the increasing menace of cyberattacks. The launch comes when internet usage and online networking rose to unprecedented levels following the stay-at-home orders and other COVID-19 containment measures.
US Space Force Awards $285M IDIQ Contract to ACS, By Light JV FSO
FAIRFAX, Va. /ScoopCloud/ — Full Spectrum Operations, LLC, (FSO), an SBA-approved, Mentor-Protégé Joint Venture (JV) between American Communications Solutions LLC (ACS), and By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light), has been awarded a contract for Eastern Western Operational Communications Services (EWOCS).
Randy Robinson Joins Black Sage from the Air Force Research Laboratory
BOISE, Idaho /ScoopCloud/ — Black Sage is proud to announce and welcome Randy Robinson as Director of Government Operations. Mr. Robinson served the United States Air Force for a total of thirty-five years, twenty years in active-duty and fifteen years working at the United States Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL).
Nation’s Top 5G Experts come together for Indiana 5G Zone’s First Quarterly Innovation Event
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. /ScoopCloud/ — The Indiana 5G Zone is hosting its first Quarterly Innovation Event on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at 1 p.m. EST. This virtual event will consist of several of the nation’s top 5G experts discussing the industry and a variety of other 5G-related topics. The event is free and open to the public.
The CMMC Accreditation Board (CMMC-AB) has approved Aligned Technology Solutions as a Registered Provider Organization (RPO)
ALEXANDRIA, Va. /ScoopCloud/ — Aligned Technology Solutions (ATS), a top ranked managed IT services provider headquartered in the Washington DC Region, is pleased to announce the CMMC-AB, has approved it as an RPO. This achievement officially marks the entry of ATS into the CMMC ecosystem and is part of the firm’s ongoing expansion of offerings to defense contractors and clients seeking assistance with CMMC.
Aligned Technology Solutions Expands Leadership Team with Seasoned IT Managed Services Professionals
ALEXANDRIA, Va. /ScoopCloud/ — Aligned Technology Solutions announced the recent addition of three accomplished veterans of the Managed Service provider (MSP) industry to its leadership team. The new members include a VP of Service Delivery, VP Cybersecurity & Compliance and Director of Helpdesk Operations. These are entirely new positions that were added in support of the companies continued growth and expanded service offerings.
Treadstone 71 Releases Intelligence Advisory on Confirmed Iranian Influence Operations
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Treadstone 71, LLC, the cyber intelligence and counterintelligence company, today released details of an Iranian intelligence-backed influence operation. Treadstone 71 observed IRGC Cyber Unit members playing an essential role in managing the campaign.
Information Sciences Students at The University of South Carolina Build A Digital Identity Blockchain Providing Validated Identities for All
COLUMBIA, S.C. /ScoopCloud/ — The ValidIDe Project announces today the launch of its Indiegogo Fundraiser Campaign providing Perks to contributors in support of developing the ValidIDe digital identity blockchain network.
LeadingIT Teams Up with Extra Life to Raise Money for Sick Children
CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ — LeadingIT, a Chicagoland technology and cybersecurity support company, has teamed up with Extra Life to raise money for hospitals that treat sick or injured children.
LeadingIT Celebrates 10 Years of Service in Chicagoland
CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ — LeadingIT, a friendly technology and cybersecurity support firm, started with no clients and zero dollars. For the first 8-10 months, Stephen Taylor, our CEO, worked on reaching out to as many people as possible, offering and telling them what he could do. The few who saw value in our offerings signed up as clients. With sheer determination and dedication, he spent the first year trying to build the business.
Valentis Security plans strategic expansion into Florida
PITTSBURGH, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ — Valentis has commenced plans to expand and initiate operations in the State of Florida. Valentis intends to provide a combination of armed security personnel, consulting, special event security and management, and training throughout the state.
FBI Certifies SecuGen Hamster Pro 30 and U30 Fingerprint Readers Meet Image Quality Specifications for PIV and FAP 30
SANTA CLARA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — SecuGen, world leader in optical fingerprint technology, is proud to announce that the newly developed and soon to be released Hamster Pro(tm) 30 fingerprint reader and U30 OEM sensor have been certified by the FBI as meeting the image quality specifications for PIV and Mobile ID FAP 30.
Valentis Security welcomes new Regional Operations Manager in Ohio
CINCINNATI, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ — Valentis Security is proud to announce and welcome Stephen Souders as its new regional manager in Cincinnati, Ohio. Souders will be responsible managing Valentis operations, personnel, and assisting with business development in the Cincinnati and surrounding markets.
ISQED’21 Accepts Papers for the 2021 Event
SAN JOSE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Symposium on Quality Electronic Design (ISQED) today announced that it has started to accept papers for the 2021 event. ISQED is an internationally reputable conference, sponsored by IEEE CASS, IEEE EDS, and IEEE Reliability Societies, and in cooperation with ACM/SigDA.
Right Hand Technology Group Ranked Among World’s Most Elite 501 Managed Service Providers
PITTSBURGH, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ — Right Hand Technology Group has been named as one of the world’s premier managed service providers on the prestigious 2020 annual Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings.
Cyber Intelligence Tradecraft Subscription Model from Treadstone 71 Announced
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Treadstone 71, the leading pure-play cyber intelligence and counterintelligence firm announced the release of a new subscription model. The new model not only includes online, in-depth, standard-based intelligence training, but offers access to CyberIntellipedia and up to four weeks of consulting time.
Scopedive Launches and Disrupts Cyber Security Talent Market
RALEIGH, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ — Scopedive, Inc. announces the official launch of its novel cyber security talent marketplace, matching top cyber security freelancers and consulting firms with businesses for any cyber security or compliance project scope.