An Overview of the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)Contributions and how they work, including limits and getting the biggest matchWays to maximize tax savingsThe main differences between Roth and Traditional TSP accountsUnderstanding the Different FundsAn overview of the five main TSP funds (G, F, C, S, & I) and the Lifecycle (or “L” Funds), plus tips for developing an effective investment strategy that matches your time horizon, risk...

Ensuring effective mission enablement through Generative AI is crucial in today’s fast-evolving technological landscape. This discussion will explore the key applications of Generative AI, including automation, data analysis, and decision support systems. Participants will gain insights into best practices for leveraging AI to enhance operational efficiency, improve service delivery, and tackle complex challenges. Join us to discover str...

Contested Logistics describes the challenges and intricacies associated with supplying and sustaining operations in competitive environments, sometimes during active military operations. Political, social, and economic factors can have effects at all levels of logistics spanning from the strategic level down to the tactical edge. In a contested environment, the competitor aims to alter, halt, or destroy friendly logistics, and to overcome thes...

NDIA and WID would like to invite you to the 2024 Leadership Conference. The conference will bring together volunteer leaders from NDIA Divisions, NDIA Chapters, and WID Chapters for a day of lively interaction, learning and networking. We understand and appreciate the commitment you bring to your volunteer leadership role and hope you will plan on attending. We also invite you to attend the NDIA Board of Directors Meeting. Schedule of EventsN...

Security cleared professionals please join us for the virtual All Clearances Cleared Job Fair, Wednesday, November 20, from 2pm – 5pm Eastern. Participate from anywhere and interview via text, audio or video chat from the comfort of your home or office. Whether you’re between contracts, transitioning out of the military / government, or just casually looking around, please join us for this virtual event. Our hiring employers curren...

The cybersecurity landscape for U.S. federal and defense sectors is evolving rapidly amid technological advancements and increasingly sophisticated threats. These organizations face unprecedented challenges in safeguarding sensitive data and critical infrastructure from adversaries who exploit evolving vulnerabilities. As federal networks expand into cloud computing, IoT, and interconnected systems, the attack surface broadens, necessitating r...

An Overview of Health Insurance for Federal EmployeesAn overview of federal health benefits in retirementPremium costsPlan changes and what to know about Open SeasonsTriCare and other FEHB plansHealthcare Flexible Savings Account strategies,MedicareUnderstanding the Vision and Dental PlansEnrollmentPremiumsHow it works with your Health Benefits, Annuity, TSP and other components of the Federal Retirement Benefit Package... plus more!

Executive Order 14028 mandates agencies implement zero trust (ZT) architectures for all cyber networks. Zero trust relies on a full understanding of the cyber attack surface in order to move the boundary closer to the user and secure each component. Afterall, you can’t secure what you don’t know you have. Many agencies are still struggling to answer simple questions: What devices have access to our environments? Is the core softwar...

The 50th Air Armament Symposium Objectives include:Two-day interchange for senior DoD, Service and industry leadership to identify and share opportunities for DoD's Armament Innovation and discuss current and planned armament development and modernizationNetworking opportunities among senior leaders and Eglin R&D, acquisition, and T&E workforceAgain, this year you can attend either IN-PERSON or VIRTUALLY.Symposium Highlights:Featuring...

In this CPE training event, we overview the principles and implementation of Zero Trust Architecture to enhance your organization's security posture. Zero Trust Architecture, based on the NIST SP 800-207 criteria, revolutionizes the traditional approach to cybersecurity. It challenges the assumption of implicit trust within networks and promotes a model where trust is never granted by default. Instead, it emphasizes continuous analysis and eva...