FAIRFAX, VA—AFCEA International announced today that Ms. Jill Singer and Mr. John Gilligan have been selected as the new co-chairs for the AFCEA Cyber Committee. In this position, they will work with the committee to coordinate and enhance AFCEA’s outreach to the responsible communities, and to cultivate a spirit of partnership among the public and private sectors. Committees also serve as a forum to develop new ideas regarding technical, operational challenges and capabilities in support of AFCEA chapters and members worldwide and other information exchange services.

FAIRFAX, VA—AFCEA’s twelfth annual Homeland Security Conference, “Securing the Homeland: Working Together, Keeping the Nation Safe”, will be hosted at the Grand Hyatt Washington, Washington, D.C., February 26-28, 2013. Attendees include government and industry leaders, CIOs, and program managers involved in operations, policy and procurement. Additionally, the Conference will include several roundtables this year, focusing on Chief Information Officers, Procurement Executives, and Collaboration when Disaster Strikes. The Keynote Speakers include:

FAIRFAX, VA—AFCEA International is pleased to announce the 2013 Young AFCEAN of the Year, Distinguished Young AFCEAN (DYA) and Emerging Leader Award winners.

AFCEA/U.S. NAVAL INSTITUTE DEFENSE AND IT CONFERENCE AND EXPOSITION RETURNS TO SAN DIEGO

FAIRFAX, VA—The largest defense and IT conference and exposition on the West Coast returns to the San Diego Convention Center, January 29-31, 2013. At West 2013, senior military leaders and defense industry experts will address the theme “Pivot to the Pacific: What are the Practical and Global Implications?” The 22nd annual conference, which is expected to draw more than 12,000 people, covers key issues facing the military including defense budgets, fiscal cliff, cybersecurity, innovation, and retention. Attendees can see, touch and try out the latest communications, homeland security, biometrics and defense technologies from 400 exhibitors. The event is open to the public and admission is free.

FAIRFAX, VA—The Honorable Paul A. Schneider, Principal at the Chertoff Group, former Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and former Under Secretary for Management at DHS, has been selected to chair the AFCEA Homeland Security Committee. As the committee’s chairman, he will provide direction to the members of the AFCEA Homeland Security Committee, helping guide AFCEA’s outreach to security professionals in both government and industry.

FAIRFAX, VA—AFCEA International, an international association that serves its members by providing a forum for the ethical exchange of information, today announced the launch of a Federated Identity Campaign at its TechNet Land Forces East conference in Baltimore, MD.

The Honorable James R. Clapper, Director of National Intelligence, to receive AFCEA’s highest award

FAIRFAX, VA—AFCEA International is pleased to announce that The Honorable James R. Clapper, Director of National Intelligence, has been selected as the 2012 David Sarnoff Award winner.

AFCEA established the David Sarnoff Award, its highest honor, to recognize individuals who have made lasting and significant contributions to global peace and security. Each recipient in his unique way has demonstrated a sustained and personal commitment to information-sharing collaboration across traditional and non-traditional boundaries.

FAIRFAX, VA—AFCEA International will bring the third of its TechNet Land Forces series to the Baltimore Convention Center August 14-16. The overall theme of this cyber conference and exposition focuses on the ground component of the Army and Marine Corps, including components of U.S. Cyber Command, Army Cyber Command, Marine Corps Forces Cyber Command, U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/U.S. 10th Fleet, 24th Air Force Cyber, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Academia, and Industry Partners. The operational theme, “Cyberspace Operations - Prevent, Shape, Win” will highlight the operational security focus of DoD and Industry Networks, and Cyber Operations with Joint and Coalition partners, to prevent, shape, and win future cyber conflicts. Government, industry, and academia leaders will address a broad range of topics and focus on opportunities for Cyber Superiority.

FAIRFAX, VA—AFCEA International returns to the Tampa Convention Center July 10-12 with its TechNet Land Forces South conference and exposition. The TechNet Land Forces conference series recently evolved from and replaces the annual LandWarNet Conference. The operational theme “Connecting Joint and Coalition Partners for the Next Fight” focuses on how the DoD teams with Joint, Coalition, Nongovernmental Organizations (NGOs), and Interagency Organizations to overcome the tests we will face in the future. This conference will not only look at the missions of deployed forces, but also how the U.S. protects the Homeland Borders. DoD, government, industry, and academia speakers will address critical topics and focus on the challenges of working with Joint, Coalition, and NGOs to ensure the command and control is effective and safe throughout the operating spaces.

AFCEA INTERNATIONAL ANNOUNCES THE ELECTION OF ALFRED GRASSO AS CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

FAIRFAX, VA —Mr. Alfred Grasso, President and Chief Executive Officer, The MITRE Corporation, has been elected to lead AFCEA International. Mr. Grasso will serve as Chairman of the Board and will oversee the Association’s Executive Committee and Compensation Committee and participate on the AFCEA Educational Foundation Board of Directors. He succeeds Ms. Natalie Givans, Senior Vice President, Booz Allen Hamilton, in this position.

CHAIRMAN OF THE JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF AND COMMANDER INTERNATIONAL SECURITY ASSISTANCE FORCE AFGHANISTAN KEYNOTE JOINT WARFIGHTING CONFERENCE

FAIRFAX, VA— The largest defense conference and exposition in the Hampton Roads region returns to the Virginia Beach Convention Center, May 15-17, 2012. The Joint Warfighting Conference is co-sponsored by AFCEA International and the U.S. Naval Institute, with support from the NDIA Greater Hampton Roads Chapter and the AFCEA Hampton Roads and Tidewater Chapters. The event is open to the public and admission is free. Tickets are required for luncheons.

SIXTH ANNUAL JOINT WARFIGHTING CONFERENCE AND EXPO RETURNS TO VIRGINIA BEACH

FAIRFAX, VA—The largest defense conference and exposition in the Hampton Roads region returns to the Virginia Beach Convention Center, May 15-17, 2012. The Joint Warfighting Conference is co-sponsored by AFCEA International and the U.S. Naval Institute, with support from the NDIA Greater Hampton Roads Chapter and the AFCEA Hampton Roads and Tidewater Chapters. The event is open to the public and admission is free. Tickets are required for luncheons.

Media Advisory: TechNet Land Forces Southwest Defense & IT conference,

TechNet Land Forces Southwest: “Operating and Defending the Cyberspace: Tomorrow’s Playbook”

The TechNet Land Forces conference series recently evolved from and replaces the annual LandWarNet Conference. The purpose is to provide a forum for the Army and Marine Corps, as well as DoD Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard security forces, to discuss issues and share ideas for solutions. Each event will have a different regional and operational focus.

AFCEA Increases Scholarships for Future Teachers of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)

AFCEA’s investment is a long-term solution to develop more skilled and motivated teachers of STEM subjects

FAIRFAX, VA – AFCEA International and the AFCEA Educational Foundation are expanding the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Teacher Scholarship Program for the second year in a row to help address the growing shortage of young Americans educated in STEM subjects. AFCEA’s investment is a long-term solution to develop more skilled and motivated teachers of STEM subjects who will inspire and prepare students to study and be successful in STEM fields.

West 2012 Defense & IT Conference at the San Diego Convention Center, January 24-26

The AFCEA-USNI West Conference and Expo is the largest event on the West Coast for communications, electronics, aviation, shipbuilding, intelligence, information systems, imaging, military weapon systems, and more. It will feature top military, government, and industry speakers; compelling panel sessions; and top-notch exhibits.

AFCEA/U.S. NAVAL INSTITUTE DEFENSE AND IT CONFERENCE AND EXPOSITION RETURNS TO SAN DIEGO

FAIRFAX, VA—The largest defense and IT conference and exposition on the West Coast returns to the San Diego Convention Center, January 24-26, 2012. At West 2012, senior military leaders and defense industry experts will address the theme “America’s Military at the Crossroads: What’s Out and What’s In for 2012 and Beyond?” The 21st annual conference, which is expected to draw more than 12,000 people, covers hot issues facing the military including defense budgets, cyber warfare, China, and much more. Attendees can see, touch and try out the latest communications, homeland security, biometrics and defense technologies from 400 exhibitors. The event is open to the public and admission is free. Tickets are required for meals.

FAIRFAX, VA— AFCEA International and the U.S. Naval Institute are pleased to announce that TECHEXPO will hold a career fair on the first day of their West Conference in San Diego, California. As demand for employees with Government and Military experience continues, the TECHEXPO hiring event at West 2012 will offer a richer experience for all attendees. Defense contractors, federal agencies, government service companies and others will interview applicants for hundreds of available positions. The job fair will take place during the first day of West 2012 on January 24, 2012 at the San Diego Convention Center. Registration for the West 2012 conference and exposition and the TECHEXPO job fair is free.

FAIRFAX, VA - AFCEA International, the Cyber Conflict Studies Association (CCSA) and the Atlantic Council have collaborated to create a cyber conflict history case studies contest. Up to six prizes of up to $1,000 will be awarded for the best submissions. The call for entries begins December 15, 2011, and the deadline for entering the competition is June 1, 2012.
The contest comprises three entrant categories: university students, military service members and professionals who do not qualify in either of the first two categories. Prizes will be awarded in each group, and authors must specify which they are entering when submitting their papers.

Fairfax, VA - The AFCEA Educational Foundation’s Professional Development Center (PDC) expands its cybersecurity content for AFCEA members and customers in a new agreement with Cypherpath LLC. Cypherpath becomes a preferred provider in cybersecurity and information assurance education and will make AFCEA’s PDC the go-to provider of cybersecurity educational programs within AFCEA’s membership community.

Conference and Expo will focus on “Space and Cyber: New Challenges, New Opportunities”

Fairfax, VA – The U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Cyber and Space Symposium, “Space and Cyber: New Challenges, New Opportunities”, will be held at the CenturyLink Center Omaha November 15-17, 2011. Co-sponsored by USSTRATCOM and AFCEA International, the symposium will offer space and cyber security professionals an unparalleled opportunity for education, interactive discussion and exposure to the latest technologies.

FAIRFAX, VA—The thirtieth annual MILCOM Conference and Exposition, “Networks…Attaining the Value”, will be held at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland, November 7-10. Co-sponsored by AFCEA International and the IEEE Communications Society, and hosted by The Boeing Company, MILCOM is the premier international conference for military communications. It gathers the leading minds of government, military, industry and academia in an interactive forum to further explore, define and leverage the benefits networks bring to today’s and tomorrow’s challenges. MILCOM 2011 gives industry the opportunity to promote communications technologies and services to commanders from all branches of the armed forces, Department of Defense, federal government, and the heads of multi-national forces from around the globe.

Fairfax, VA – AFCEA International announced today that it has executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Coast Guard which provides a framework for technical interchange between the two organizations. The Coast Guard, and more specifically the C4I Service Center, will leverage AFCEA resources for providing market research, identifying technology trends, and raising awareness of ongoing initiatives.

LandWarNet 2011 Conference and Exposition Returns to the Tampa Convention Center August 23-25

Fairfax, VA – LandWarNet Conference 2011 will focus on "Transforming Cyber While at War" at the Tampa Convention Center, August 23-25. This is the premier cyber/signal/command and control/communications forum to bring government and industry together to discuss commercial best business practices and government policy and implementation. AFCEA International and the U.S. Army have put together a comprehensive schedule of featured speakers, panel sessions, information exchange forums, and exhibits at this 3-day event.

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