Tag: Cyber Security and Infosec News
Imagine IT Launches Redesigned Website and Brand Identity to empower Midwest Businesses with Next Generation IT support | National News
BLOOMINGTON, Minn., April 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NDWSWIRE) -- Imagine IT, a leading provider of managed IT services in Minnesota, Kansas, and Michigan, today announced the launch of its redesigned website, featuring an all-new design and the adoption of a new, streamlined URL: IMIT.com. The updated website and brand identity reflect the company's commitment to delivering innovative IT solutions.
By Light Announces Strategic Market Expansion into the United Kingdom | National News
LONDON, U.K., April 2, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light), is excited to announce its market expansion into the United Kingdom. This move represents a significant step in By Light's strategy to deliver modernized simulation, training, and cyber expertise globally, with a special focus on supporting the U.K. Ministry of Defence's (MoD) training and cyber needs.
Strategic Response Systems Rebrands as Stratify IT: Empowering Businesses for Over 20 Years | National News
NEW YORK, N.Y., March 14, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After over two decades of leading the industry with exceptional Managed IT, Cybersecurity, and GRC (Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance) services, Strategic Response Systems proudly announces its transformation into Stratify IT. This significant rebranding initiative reflects our commitment to continuously evolving and providing strategic technology solutions that empower businesses to excel in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
IVIONICS Achieves SOC 2, Type I Compliance as a Commitment to Protecting Client Information | National News
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Jan. 12, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- IVIONICS, LLC., an information and technology management firm, announces that it has achieved System and Organizational Controls 2 (SOC 2) Type I Compliance. Headquartered in Hauppauge, New York, with offices in New York City, Newark, Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington. The company serves clients nationwide.
MSP Merge: Teal Delivers Elevated Service, Security to SMBs | National News
WASHINGTON, D.C. and MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Sept. 27, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aligned Technology Solutions and TechGen Consulting, two award-winning managed IT service providers, merged to form a new company called Teal. This merger is a strategic alliance, built upon complementary strengths, to deliver elevated IT and cybersecurity services to small- and medium-sized organizations - especially those with heightened cybersecurity or compliance requirements.
Cole Engineering Services, Inc. Opens DoD Cyber Collaboration Facility | National News
HANOVER, Md., Sept. 6, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, has a nearly 20-year history of developing and supporting complex training systems for the Department of Defense (DoD). CESI, an industry leader in the Modeling and Simulation (M&S) industry, holds large prime contracts to develop and field constructive, virtual, and cyber simulation systems that are used around the world. Responding to significant growth in their cyber training and operations business over the past five years,
Planet Defense LLC and UniDoc Health Corporation Collaborate to Deliver Smart Health Remote Clinics to Rural and Underserved Populations in the...
WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Planet Defense, a global leader in smart healthcare solutions, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with UniDoc Health Corporation (UniDoc), a North American-based firm renowned for its cutting-edge healthcare technologies. Together, the two companies will build and deploy Smart Health Remote Clinics - first in the State of Alaska and then nationwide.
Planet Defense LLC Launches Nationwide Cybersecurity Assessment and Training Services for Municipal, County and State Governments
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 18, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Planet Defense LLC, a leading global provider of cybersecurity solutions, is pleased to announce the nationwide launch of its comprehensive cybersecurity assessment and training services tailored specifically for municipal, county, and state governments. This milestone represents a major step forward in strengthening the cybersecurity postures of government entities across the nation.
Planet Defense LLC, the City of Jacksonville Arkansas, and Rokee LLC Partner to Develop a Groundbreaking Innovation Hub in Jacksonville, AR
JACKSONVILLE, Ark. and WASHINGTON, D.C., May 9, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) ‒- Planet Defense LLC, in partnership with the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas, and Rokee LLC, is pleased to announce the launch of the Smart Arkansas Innovation Hub that is now being developed in Jacksonville, Arkansas. Currently, this very important, timely and advanced technology-oriented Public-Private Partnership (P3) includes the three Founding Partners named above along with numerous public and private sector sponsors.
Operations Security (OPSEC) is Critical Requirement for Open-Source and Dark Net Collection says Treadstone 71
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Treadstone 71, LLC, the source for cyber intelligence, counterintelligence, hybrid and cognitive warfare announces new courses and services. The Treadstone 71 training and associated services include standardized anonymity methods, browser configurations, container builds, persona alignments to technology, PIRs and testing methods used by adversaries.
By Light, CompTIA, and Infosec Learning Partner to Offer Work Role Training for the Cyber Workforce
MCLEAN, Va., March 1, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- By Light Professional IT Services LLC announced today it is collaborating with CompTIA and Infosec Learning LLC to offer work role training courses that increase proficiency and prepare individuals for industry certifications. By Light integrates CompTIA's eLearning content and Infosec Learning's virtual labs on its unique Imerzi™ platform to provide focused, hands-on training.
Newly Discovered Vulnerability of Python Parsing Library Allows Check Bypassing, says cybersecurity researcher Yebo Cao
SUNNYVALE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- A vulnerability has been discovered in Python's native urllib.parse function (CVE-2023-24329) by cybersecurity researcher Yebo Cao. This vulnerability has the potential to enable server-side request forgery (SSRF) and remote code execution (RCE) in a wide range of scenarios by bypassing the protections set by the developer for scheme and host.
CENTS® Powers Ecosystem at new Mississippi Cyber Center
MCLEAN, Va., Dec. 21, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On November 9, 2022, Mississippi State University (MSU) and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC) opened the doors to the Mississippi Cyber Center, a culmination of efforts made possible through the Mississippi Cyber Initiative (MCI). The newly renovated building on the MGCCC Harrison County Campus is the central location for the first phase of this massive commitment to cybersecurity training and knowledge-sharing.
Planet Defense LLC and Cape Fox Corporation Partner to Develop a Groundbreaking Innovation Hub in Ketchikan, Alaska
WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) ‒- Planet Defense LLC announced today its close partnership with Cape Fox Corporation (CFC) to develop and manage a technology Innovation Hub in Ketchikan, Alaska, starting immediately. This new project - a Public-Private Partnership - will strengthen Ketchikan's native community and local commercial businesses by providing them with emerging and smart technologies. This endeavor will particularly benefit the Alaska Native people living in the area.
A State-Of-The-Art Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC) Launched by Planet Defense LLC in Stafford County, Virginia
WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 9, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The creation and implementation of a state-of-the-art Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC) that is a core element of the Virginia Smart Community Testbed based in Stafford County, Virginia, was announced today by Planet Defense LLC and its government and industry partners. Planet Defense LLC is a global cybersecurity consulting, engineering and training company headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia.
Cyber Intelligence Firm, Treadstone 71 releases in-depth details of hybrid operations and cognitive warfare actions by Iran
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Treadstone 71, LLC, your primary source for cyber intelligence and counterintelligence training and services, released in-depth details of Iranian intelligence-backed hybrid operations and cognitive warfare actions.
Cole Engineering Services to develop U.S. Army’s Next Gen Soldier Virtual Trainer
ORLANDO, Fla., July 14, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light Company, has been awarded an Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) to prototype the United States Army's Soldier Virtual Trainer (SVT). This prototype project award will extend upon the U.S. Army's Synthetic Training Environment (STE) modular open systems architecture to deliver an immersive SVT capability that empowers Soldier-led training at the Point of Need.
WIS ED Assists in Increasing the Cybersecurity Workforce by Delivering High Quality Cybersecurity Courses
BALTIMORE, Md., July 7, 2022, (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- WIS ED LLC (WIS ED) has partnered with Tech Quest Apprenticeship, a national initiative led by Clark University's School of Professional Studies, to provide information technology (IT) and Cyber-related pre-apprenticeships and apprenticeships to unemployed, underemployed, and incumbent workers through 2023.
Blue Glacier Publishes ‘Red Team’ Report on ‘What if Kim Jong Un Dies in 2022?’
FAIRFAX, Va., March 24, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Glacier Security & Intelligence LLC announced it has published a thought-provoking Red Team memorandum titled "What if Kim Jong Un Dies in 2022?" This "out-of-the-box" analytic approach offers a thought-provoking viewpoint after Kim's recent, drastic weight loss and continued weapons tests.
Kennedy Intelligent Data Partners with Blueshift Cyber Security to Provide Data Security Services
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- With the threat of ransomware and cyber-attacks in general growing daily due to worldwide unrest and economic insecurity, Kennedy Intelligent Data (KID) has allied with Blueshift Cyber Security. This alliance allows KID to provide comprehensive and turnkey managed security services for companies like those in the auto industry that are at significant risk of data theft and financial harm to their customers.
With a Two-Year Revenue Growth of 70 Percent, Aligned Technology Solutions Ranks No. 118 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Mid-Atlantic...
ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 15, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Inc. magazine today revealed that Aligned Technology Solutions is No. 118 on its third annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Mid-Atlantic list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies based in Washington, D.C., Delaware, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the Mid-Atlantic region.
Cole Engineering awarded $957M Cyber Training Contract
ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 4, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, has been awarded the Cyber Training, Readiness, Integration, Delivery and Enterprise Technology (Cyber TRIDENT) $957M Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The Cyber TRIDENT contract is utilized by Department of Defense (DoD) organizations and other non-DoD agencies that have related cyber training needs.
Nation’s Only Black Cybersecurity Reskilling School Receives $10M Funding Boost to Connect Students with High-Paying Careers in Tech
DETROIT, Mich., Aug. 10, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Detroit-based Automation Workz Institute, Inc., the nation's only Black tech diversity consulting and upskilling institution, today announced the close of $10 million growth financing to drive the expansion of their cybersecurity, network engineer and development certification courses to people of color across America.
Aligned Technology Solutions Places 52 on the 2021 CRN® Fast Growth 150 List
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 10, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aligned Technology Solutions, announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company®, has named Aligned Technology Solutions to its 2021 Fast Growth 150 list in 52nd place. With this list, CRN recognizes the fastest-growing North American technology integrators, solution providers, and IT consultants for their significant growth and meaningful performance over the previous two years.
Blue Glacier Publishes ‘Red Team’ Report on Cybercrime and Anti-Vaccination Militancy
FAIRFAX, Va., July 30, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Glacier Security & Intelligence LLC announced it has published a thought-provoking "red team" memorandum on potential incidents at the intersection of cybercrime, anti-vaccination militancy, and pandemic fatigue. This "out-of-the-box" analytic approach offers a thought-provoking viewpoint during the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases, and the pushback against vaccinations and renewed mask requirements.
Right Hand Technology Group Ranked on Channel Futures MSP 501 – Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Global Managed Service Providers
PITTSBURGH, Pa., July 22, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Right Hand Technology Group has been named as one of the world's premier managed service providers in the prestigious 2021 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. Right Hand Technology Group has been selected as one of the technology industry's top-performing providers of managed services by the editors of Channel Futures.
UBX Cloud awarded 10 Most Promising Cloud Solution Providers 2021
DETROIT, Mich., May 18, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- UBX Cloud, a U.S. based cloud provider headquartered in Madison Heights, Mich., has been awarded "10 Most Promising Cloud Solution Providers 2021" by CIOReviewIndia. UBX leverages proven, off-the-shelf technologies in its private cloud operations arena, globally.
By Light Professional IT Services LLC Achieves NSA Trusted Integrator Listing
MCLEAN, Va., April 27, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light) announced today that it has achieved Trusted Integrator status within the National Security Agency's (NSA) Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) program.
Focused Strategic Intelligence Analysis Certification from Treadstone 71 Drives Cyber Attack Prevention
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Treadstone 71 announced today the release of the much-awaited and industry-leading Strategic Intelligence Analysis training certification. The in-depth, on-demand course breaks down intelligence collection and analysis complexities over 12-weeks of lectures, exercises, quizzes, and hands-on case studies.
Baxter Clewis Consulting to Partner with PCI Security Standards Council to Help Secure Payment Data Worldwide
DALLAS, Texas, April 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Baxter Clewis Consulting, an international consultancy on cyber security, announced today that it has joined the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) as a new Participating Organization. Baxter Clewis will work with the PCI SSC to help secure payment data worldwide through the ongoing development and adoption of the PCI Security Standards.
Cybersecurity Consulting Firm, Aristi Technologies, Accredited as a CMMC Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO)
HERNDON, Va., March 26, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aristi Technologies, Inc. announced that it is among the first firms to become an accredited Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO) and Registered Provider Organization (RPO) by the CMMC Accreditation Body (CMMC-AB). C3PAOs are the only organizations authorized to conduct CMMC assessments.
UBX Cloud becomes first U.S. based CSP to offer CMMC cloud enclaves
DETROIT, Mich., March 18, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- UBX Cloud is the first U.S. based cloud services provider to offer Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) cloud enclaves. The CMMC represents the Department of Defense's continued effort to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in the defense supply chain.
Valentis Announces New Vice President of Strategy, Martha Hunter
PITTSBURGH, Pa., March 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Valentis today announced that Martha Hunter will become the company's first-ever Vice President of Strategy, effective March 2021. She fills a new position helping the company meet growing demand for expansion.
GridBright launches GRIDEON Secure Grid Collaboration As A Service to Help Utilities Share Sensitive Data
ALAMO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Essential to managing today's and the future electric grid is data-its movement and security. GRIDEON developed by GridBright under an award from the US Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Research Project Agency (ARPA-E) addresses this need.
TAG CXO Names Dan Streufert to Lead its IT Infrastructure Practice Area
PHOENIX, Ariz., Feb. 23, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TAG CXO, a provider of fractional IT executives, appointed Dan Streufert to lead its new IT Infrastructure practice area located in Phoenix, Arizona. In this role, Streufert is responsible to lead and develop the delivery teams helping TAG CXO clients build the robust and durable IT operating environments needed for growth and efficiency.
Blue Glacier Publishes Report on Nashville Bombing
FAIRFAX, Va., Feb. 11, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Glacier Security & Intelligence LLC announced it has published a thought-provoking report on the bombing in Nashville, Tennessee that occurred on December 25, 2020. The security risk analysis includes a discussion on the perpetrator (Anthony Warner), the bomb's effects and impacts on the AT&T network hub and beyond, physical vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure, threat outlook and a red team alternate scenario.
EPIC Welcomes John Prentis and Larry Bowlus to Executive Risk and Cyber Practice in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants is pleased to welcome John Prentis and Larry Bowlus to its Executive Risk and Cyber practice. Joining from a global broker, Prentis and Bowlus will focus on large public, technology, and financial institution executive liability coverages, including Directors & Officers Liability.
Pulsar Global Solutions acquires Blueshield Security and Investigations
WARRENTON, Va. and Pittsburgh, Pa., Feb. 2, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pulsar Global Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of Valentis, a defense and risk management firm, announces the acquisition of Blueshield Security and Investigations, LLC based in Warrenton, VA. The acquisition by Pulsar Global brings to realization the investigation unit of Valentis Security.
Valentis Security welcomes Jerry Clark
PITTSBURGH, Pa., Jan. 27, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Valentis is pleased to announce the addition of Jerry Clark to its team as a consultant to help facilitate strategic business development and growth for Valentis locally, regionally, and nationally. Clark's role will also include guest spots to share his insight and expertise on the "Marnie and Martha" Valentis produced podcast series.
LeadingIT Launches New IT Support Strategies to Conform with Cybersecurity Predictions For 2021 And Beyond
CHICAGO, Ill., Jan. 18, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LeadingIT, a Chicagoland cybersecurity and IT support company, today refreshed their previously launched cybersecurity measures to help its clients curb the increasing menace of cyberattacks. The launch comes when internet usage and online networking rose to unprecedented levels following the stay-at-home orders and other COVID-19 containment measures.
US Space Force Awards $285M IDIQ Contract to ACS, By Light JV FSO
FAIRFAX, Va., Jan. 12, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Full Spectrum Operations, LLC, (FSO), an SBA-approved, Mentor-Protégé Joint Venture (JV) between American Communications Solutions LLC (ACS), and By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light), has been awarded a contract for Eastern Western Operational Communications Services (EWOCS).
Randy Robinson Joins Black Sage from the Air Force Research Laboratory
BOISE, Idaho, Jan. 12, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Black Sage is proud to announce and welcome Randy Robinson as Director of Government Operations. Mr. Robinson served the United States Air Force for a total of thirty-five years, twenty years in active-duty and fifteen years working at the United States Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL).
Nation’s Top 5G Experts come together for Indiana 5G Zone’s First Quarterly Innovation Event
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Jan. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Indiana 5G Zone is hosting its first Quarterly Innovation Event on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at 1 p.m. EST. This virtual event will consist of several of the nation's top 5G experts discussing the industry and a variety of other 5G-related topics. The event is free and open to the public.
The CMMC Accreditation Board (CMMC-AB) has approved Aligned Technology Solutions as a Registered Provider Organization (RPO)
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 11, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aligned Technology Solutions (ATS), a top ranked managed IT services provider headquartered in the Washington DC Region, is pleased to announce the CMMC-AB, has approved it as an RPO. This achievement officially marks the entry of ATS into the CMMC ecosystem and is part of the firm's ongoing expansion of offerings to defense contractors and clients seeking assistance with CMMC.
Aligned Technology Solutions Expands Leadership Team with Seasoned IT Managed Services Professionals
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aligned Technology Solutions announced the recent addition of three accomplished veterans of the Managed Service provider (MSP) industry to its leadership team. The new members include a VP of Service Delivery, VP Cybersecurity & Compliance and Director of Helpdesk Operations. These are entirely new positions that were added in support of the companies continued growth and expanded service offerings.
Treadstone 71 Releases Intelligence Advisory on Social Media Targeted Iranian Influence Operation
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Treadstone 71, LLC, the cyber intelligence and counterintelligence company, today released details of an Iranian intelligence-backed influence operation. Treadstone 71 observed IRGC Cyber Unit members playing an essential role in managing the campaign.
Information Sciences Students at The University of South Carolina Build A Digital Identity Blockchain Providing Validated Identities for All
COLUMBIA, S.C., Nov. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The ValidIDe Project announces today the launch of its Indiegogo Fundraiser Campaign providing Perks to contributors in support of developing the ValidIDe digital identity blockchain network.
LeadingIT Teams Up with Extra Life to Raise Money for Sick Children
CHICAGO, Ill., Nov. 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LeadingIT, a Chicagoland technology and cybersecurity support company, has teamed up with Extra Life to raise money for hospitals that treat sick or injured children.
LeadingIT Celebrates 10 Years of Service in Chicagoland
CHICAGO, Ill., Oct. 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LeadingIT, a friendly technology and cybersecurity support firm, started with no clients and zero dollars. For the first 8-10 months, Stephen Taylor, our CEO, worked on reaching out to as many people as possible, offering and telling them what he could do. The few who saw value in our offerings signed up as clients. With sheer determination and dedication, he spent the first year trying to build the business.
Valentis Security plans strategic expansion into Florida
PITTSBURGH, Pa., Oct. 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Valentis has commenced plans to expand and initiate operations in the State of Florida. Valentis intends to provide a combination of armed security personnel, consulting, special event security and management, and training throughout the state.
