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As artificial intelligence advances toward true complex decision-making, maintaining a human-centered, agentic AI will be essential to the future operations of the Department of War (DoW). From enabling real-time, in-theater decision support to optimizing enterprise and back-office processes, the integration of orchestrator AI systems capable of managing partitioned sub-agents presents both a transformative opportunity and a significant security challenge under DoW standards.This session will open with a keynote address by a senior DoW leader, followed by an executive panel of Agentic AI experts who will explore the critical issues of data and process standardization, alignment of large and small language models (LLMs and SLMs), and the operational deployment of agentic AI across the Department s mission areas.

Explore Cloudflare's approach to implementing hybrid PQC across its global network, directly addressing the complex security and connectivity needs of the DOD.

The Mission Starts the Night Before: AFCEA Dahlgren Pre- Industry Outreach NetworkingDon't just attend the NAVSEA Dahlgren Industry Outreach Event, arrive prepared to win.This is your opportunity to dissect the #LRAE with the partners you need to execute. Whether you're looking to anchor a team or find a niche subcontractor, the connections made here will define your success the following day.Who You'll Meet:The Full Spectrum: Prime contractors, agile small businesses, and innovation leaders.The Bridge Builders: People who have intimacy with the Dahlgren programs and some previous NAVSEA Dahlgren employees.The Vehicle Experts: Deep dives into Seaport-NXG, OASIS+, NSTIC OTA, and MDA Shield.The Goal: Bring your business cards and your boldest ideas. Let's accelerate acquisition and Empower our Warfighters!

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Save the Date for the 19th Annual Military IT & Cyber Leadership Awards!

The Fleet is operating faster, farther, and more connected than ever. The AFCEA Hampton Roads Maritime Operations and Information Warfare Summit will bring together Fleet and type commanders, surface warfare leaders, shipbuilders, engineers, innovators, and mission partners to turn Priority Technology Areas into real combat power at sea - linking the digital shipyard, the waterfront, and deployed forces

Exhibition on Defence IT solutions.

This reception offers an opportunity for networking and engagement while recognizing and celebrating the 2025 Kickstarter STEM recipients and the 2026 STEM scholarship awardees.

Panel discussion and the topic will be "Air and Land CIO Perspectives - including Air / Land Integration".

Come hang out and make connections at the AFCEA Networking Happy Hour!Join us for a fun evening at The District Tap for a Networking Happy Hour! Network with fellow AFCEA members and enjoy some delicious appetizers and beverages. This is an in-person event, so get ready to socialize and make new connections. Don't miss out on this opportunity to relax and have a great time. See you there! For registration and more information, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/afcea-networking-happy-hour-tickets-1987146866771?aff=oddtdtcreator