The Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) is an ecosystem that aims to integrate and synchronize various architectures and technologies across all domains, service branches and allies enabling rapid decision-making at every level of command. In today’s warfare, the ability to make timely and informed decisions can make all the difference in achieving success on the battlefield. Mission Video Systems (MVS) are integral to the overa...

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has a difficult mission—as the Department CIO has often simplified it: they are here to save lives. Promoting well-being and “fostering sound, sustained advances in the sciences underlying medicine, public health, and social services” has never been more promising… or more complex. AFCEA Bethesda’s Breakfast with HHS provides an opportunity for IT leadership from...

Come join the Byteworks team as they lead us through how technology is re-inventing our government and the way we interact with it. From virtual courtrooms and learning to smart cities and communities, this impacts every day activites such as attending events, universities, traffic, etc. Session: 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST with Demos to immediately follow. Please join us!

Securing the software supply chain is mission critical to the federal government, particularly after the 2020 SolarWinds breach and the increasing frequency of attacks. Given Cybersecurity Executive Order 14028, the ongoing risk of software supply chain attacks, and the criticality of software to daily operations, balancing security with innovation is essential to accelerating government missions. Agencies must ensure software is free of vulne...

Hosted by the Montgomery AFCEA Chapter, this event allows attendees to engage with speakers, panel members, and other Government and Industry leaders in understanding how the Government can work with their contractor partners to deliver collaborative IT solutions and make them operational in a timely and effective manner for the Warrior. Montgomery IT Summit highlights up-to- the-minute trends in Air Force programs and technology. We bring in...

America’s small businesses keep the nation’s military combat ready with critical parts, cutting-edge technology and top-notch services. They account for 43% of all high-tech jobs and generate 16 times more patents than large firms. As such, the Defense Department’s acute focus on supporting this vital segment for strong national and economic security reinforces their commitment to strengthen our domestic supply chains, increa...

The need for an understanding of the cyber and communications challenges faced today at the community level is ever increasing. As a nation we must remain focused and vigilant on the global perspective of these challenges while at the regional level we need to focus our support toward community efforts that address the issues. Our new Community Cyber Day event is envisioned to be a focal point that brings together academia, government, and ind...

Our IT Days require months of planning and are a great way to connect with industry and government. You will be part of a larger team that will plan and execute form both a strategic and tactical day of support level. On average we do 4 IT days a year to support the chapter. If you are interested in the event please click on the hyperlink below and register for each IT day committee. Some of the duties you will be asked to perform include but...

The AFCEA Quantico-Potomac chapter will be hosting the 13th Annual USMC IT Day on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Leadership from DC,I, MCSC, C4, PEO Digital, PEO MLB, DON CIO, and OSD is confirmed. This will be an in-person event with a luncheon, keynote speakers, panels, and a mixer. This is an intimate venue with opportunity to interact with key decision makers.

With the emergence of 5G wireless communications, Internet Protocol Version Six (IPV6), and the Internet of Things (IoT), law enforcement and public safety officers are presented with evolving opportunities and challenges. The volume, variety, and velocity of Big Data has continued to grow over the last 10 years. Law enforcement and public safety officers are benefiting from enhanced, reliable communications systems such as FirstNet. There con...