Mikulski Optimistic on Avoiding Shutdown
Senator Mikulski believes that Congress can pass a stopgap spending measure by this weekend and avoid an October 1 government shutdown.
War on ISIS Boosts Defense Industry
The ISIS conflict is already benefiting the defense industry, specifically the makers of munitions and unmanned aircraft.
Rogue IT Admins Are Cybersecurity Threat
The most dangerous cybersecurity threat facing US agencies might be a rogue IT administrator bent on destruction of critical infrastructure.
US Navy Already Looking at JSF in 2030
Four years before the JSF is expected to enter naval aviation service, the US Navy is looking at F135-C modifications for future missions.
DoD Cybersecurity Improvements on Tap
Restructuring DISA will create a more comprehensive cybersecurity defense strategy and secure the DoD information network (DoDIN).
Cyber Attacks Not “Existential”
Countries with high-end cyber weapons might deter an effective security defense and should be countered by adopting a new standard for vital cybersecurity.
Morning Coffee: Wind Farm Debate Continues
The Baltimore Sun expresses its support for the proposed wind farm and advocates a “win-win” solution that also protects NAS Pax River interests.
Morning Coffee: F-35 Program Cost Projection Slashed
The GAO cut the F-35’s estimated acquisition costs “due solely to efficiencies found within the program as no decrease in quantities was reported.”
Morning Coffee: House May Reverse DoD Benefit Cuts
DoD proposal to cut pay, housing aid, Tricare benefits and commissary offerings could be changed as legislators finalize their budget priorities.
Morning Coffee: DoD Seeks Additional 2015 Funding
The Pentagon is seeking $26 billion in additional funding, outside of its 2015 budget request, for infrastructure and aircraft.
