Software-based Modular and Extensible Cybersecurity Framework for Combat Systems

The goal of this effort is to dramatically reduce the cyber tool upgrade cycle by providing the ability to rapidly install, test, and deploy new tools, configuration files, and settings within the Aegis and SSDS combat systems. This effort will include developing common, open cyber tool data models and application control interfaces that will enable plug-n-play interoperability of cyber tools across the combat systems. It will also include implementing a capability to securely, reliably, and rapidly push out updates to the cyber infrastructure. Finally, we will pursue standardization of our data models and interfaces within international standards bodies to encourage widespread adoption. Our solution will be built upon a foundation of open standards-based TRL9 technology we have already developed and commercialized (with support from the Navy) and that is currently running across the Navy (including within Aegis and SSDS). Our expertise in standardization also plays a key role in the success of this effort.