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Edward Ramey, space domain characterization common operating picture segment (SDCCS) lead integration and training support for the Joint Task Force-Space Defense, looks at a computer screen at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado, Dec. 19, 2022. Through the partnering of the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community and National Reconnaissance Office in the National Space Defense Center, JTF-SD brings to bear the full force of the U.S. Government and synchronizes space superiority planning and operations. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tiana Williams)

Authorized strategic intelligence disclosures are likely here to stay, US officials say

Officials described how the authorized disclosures of intelligence in the run-up to Russia's invasion of Ukraine will likely be a tactic used if tensions heat up with…

Apr 28, 2023 By Mark Pomerleau

River entrance of the U.S. Department of Defense. (Getty Images)

Forthcoming assistant secretary for cyber position at DOD could encompass electronic warfare and information warfare

The Pentagon is conducting a study through an outside organization to examine how to structure the forthcoming Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy role.

Mar 30, 2023 By Mark Pomerleau

DOD information operations strategy and posture review to be delivered to Congress ‘in a matter of weeks’

The Pentagon is over a year behind in delivering a posture review and strategy for information operations.

Mar 7, 2023 By Mark Pomerleau

Rep. Jim Langevin, D.-R.I., speaks during a fireside chat at DefenseTalks. (DefenseScoop)

Rep. Langevin calls on DOD to improve cyber training for operators

Rep. Jim Langevin wants to ensure cyber warriors receive adequate training before facing real adversaries on day one.

Nov 28, 2022 By Mark Pomerleau

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tristian Zimmerman, left, and Cpl. Jeremiah Egre-Contreras, both cryptologic linguists with Alpha Company, 1st Radio Battalion (RADBN), I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, operate a VMAX backpack system during a field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 28, 2020. (U.S. Marine Corps / Cpl. Dalton S. Swanbeck)

DOD making progress in information operations but more improvement is needed, experts say

The Department of Defense is taking action to elevate and further incorporate information operations and information warfare into its strategy and planning. However, some experts say more…

Nov 4, 2022 By Mark Pomerleau

Members of the Army’s Multi-Domain Task Force conduct operations (Staff Sgt. Philip Velez)

Services working to convergence EW, cyber warfare capabilities

Each of the military departments are working to develop integrated cyber and electronic warfare capabilities, but lawmakers are pushing for more inter-service integration of these efforts.

Sep 30, 2022 By Mark Pomerleau

Cyber warfare operators assigned to the 275th Cyber Operations Squadron of the 175th Cyberspace Operations Group of the Maryland Air National Guard configure a threat intelligence feed for daily watch in the Hunter’s Den at Warfield Air National Guard Base, Middle River, Md., Dec. 2, 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo by J.M. Eddins Jr.)

SASC bill authorizes budget boost for several Cyber Command initiatives

The Senate Armed Services Committee just passed its version of the fiscal 2023 NDAA.

Jun 17, 2022 By Mark Pomerleau

House panel wants audit of underperforming software, IT at DOD

Lawmakers intend to use the fiscal 2023 NDAA to push for an independent study to evaluate the Pentagon's software.

Jun 8, 2022 By Mark Pomerleau

House panel wants to force DOD to develop common language on information operations

A House Armed Services subcommittee plans to withhold DOD travel funds if the department doesn't develop a joint lexicon on information operations.

Jun 7, 2022 By Mark Pomerleau

Sen. Jack Reed questions Defense Secretary Ash Carter during a U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., Dec. 9, 2015. (DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee)

SASC chair: conflict in Ukraine demonstrating importance of cyber cooperation with foreign partners

The chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee wants to see continued cyber support for friendly countries overseas.

Mar 23, 2022 By Mark Pomerleau