Join us for an exciting two days as we explore the prevailing factors working against US Government IT Security practitioners and managers, how existing technical and personnel resources are faring during this time of transition, what new resources are emerging -- from both industry and government -- that hold promise in helping to fulfill the mission of securing government systems and citizens, and more. Keynotes from leading government cybe...

With an annual operating budget of $18 billion, DoD Military Intelligence programs have been instrumental in the war on terror. Human Geography has been at the forefront of these intelligence programs, often embodied in the Human Terrain Systems program which, with successful implementation, have recently increased from 22-31 operating teams in Afghanistan. In order for the US Military to operate in theatres where conventional warfare is not e...

All the Major Players in the Wind Energy Industry Attend and Exhibit at WINDPOWER WINDPOWER® is the focal point for wind professionals to network with and learn from industry leaders and experts, and to discover the latest in industry products and services. All of your industry peers – and competitors – will be at WINDPOWER 2013; it’s where serious wind professionals convene to grow their companies, find solutions to thei...

FedScoop's 4th Annual Tech Shoot-Out will be held May 7, 2013 at the Newseum in Washington D.C. This unique event brings together the leading technology providers to “shoot it out” over the biggest questions facing the government’s adoption of: Cloud Computing Big Data Cybersecurity The event aims to provide government with answers to any questions regarding these topics, from implementation and security to usage and ownershi...

The AFCEA Bethesda Government-Wide Initiatives Excellence Awards recognizes individuals or groups whose contributions in information technology have significance beyond their organization. These contributions represent achievements that advance business and citizen interaction, leading to improved effectiveness, cost-savings and leadership that meet national priorities and serve as a model of excellence government-wide.

Overview Topics Will Include: Innovation New Technologies Digital Government Trends Leadership in Times of Change Shared Services and Collaboration Mobility Citizen Engagement Purpose: This event is for and about state and local government. The purpose of the event is to foster discussion and dialogue on the use of information technology as a strategic tool for managers, executives and policy makers. Who should attend: If you influence or part...

NDIA's International Division presents a luncheon with the Defense Cooperation Attaché and his staff from the Embassy of Italy in Washington, DC. Each year, the International Division organizes a series of luncheons with the Defense Attaché staff from allied and friendly embassies. The purpose of these luncheons is to provide industry with an opportunity to exchange views with foreign government representatives and for Attach...

Maj Gen Kenneth D. Merchant, USAF, is the Air Force Program Executive Officer for Weapons, Armament Directorate, Eglin AFB, FL. The Armament Directorate concurrently reports to the Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Washington, DC and the newly organized Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright Patterson AFB, OH. The Directorate is responsible for enhancing worldwide Air Force combat capability, effectiveness, aircrew survivabil...

Learn how to streamline IT procurement with a free NITAAC training. Compete and manage your IT requirements quickly and easily when you choose a NITAAC Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) . Our training specialists will demonstrate how GWACs enable you to leverage buying power, and how NITAAC's online ordering systems can increase productivity.A team of Contract and Program Specialists can help you at any point in the process, from pre...

As part of the SHRP2 Tuesdays Webinar Series, TRB will conduct a webinar on May 7, 2013, from 2:00 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. ET to explore the five-dimensional approach that was developed by the second Strategic Highway Research Program 2 (SHRP 2) Renewal Project R10 to help manage complex transportation projects from planning through the construction phases. The goal of the five-dimensional approach is to identify issues that should be planned and mana...