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OSTP Report Offers Recommendations to Advance Responsible Digital Asset Development
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OSTP Report Offers Recommendations to Advance Responsible Digital Asset Development

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy has released a report that explores the challenges and opportunities of crypto-assets for climate change and energy goals in the U.S. and offers recommendations to promote the responsible development of digital assets.

OSTP issued the report in accordance with an executive order signed in March that outlines a national policy for digital assets, the White House said Thursday.

Recommendations include minimizing greenhouse gas emissions, environmental justice impacts and other local impacts from crypto-assets; ensuring energy liability; obtaining data to understand, monitor and mitigate impacts; encouraging transparency and improvements in environmental performance; furthering research to improve understanding and innovation; and advancing energy efficiency standards.

For the first recommendation, OSTP is calling on the Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency and other federal agencies to offer technical assistance and launch a collaborative process with the industry, states and communities to come up with evidence-based environmental protection standards to ensure the responsible development and use of crypto-asset technologies.

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William LaPlante: Pentagon Eyes Waiver to Get F-35 Production Moving Again
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William LaPlante: Pentagon Eyes Waiver to Get F-35 Production Moving Again

The Pentagon paused deliveries of the Lockheed Martin-built F-35 fighter jet in late August after discovering that China-made alloys were used in magnets within the aircraft’s turbomachine.

William LaPlante, undersecretary for acquisition and sustainment at the Department of Defense and a 2022 Wash100 Award winner, said he expects aircraft deliveries to resume again provided that such components do not pose any security or safety risks, Breaking Defense reported Friday.

He said a Defense Contracts Management Agency investigation is advancing “pretty quickly” and is looking at the potential impact of the Chinese alloy magnet issue on the aircraft’s security and airworthiness or safety.

“It’s likely, if, in fact, we find neither of those to be the case, we’ll be able to — to do a waiver and do the replacements and get the production line moving again. So I’m hoping this can be resolved pretty soon,” LaPlante said Friday at a press briefing.

The F-35 joint program office and Lockheed have said the magnet does not pose a flight safety risk or security risk that China can exploit to extract data about the stealth capabilities of the fighter aircraft.

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CyrusOne Appoints Eric Schwartz as CEO Following Acquisition; Dave Ferdman Quoted
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CyrusOne Appoints Eric Schwartz as CEO Following Acquisition; Dave Ferdman Quoted

Multi-industry executive Eric Schwartz has been named chief executive officer at data center builder and digital infrastructure services provider CyrusOne.

Schwartz was voted into office by CyrusOne’s board of directors and his appointment is effective October 1, the Dallas, Texas-based company said Monday.

Dave Ferdman, the founder of CyrusOne who has also been working as the company’s interim president and CEO for a little over a year as it searched for a permanent leader, commented that he anticipates a smooth and successful transition to Schwartz at the helm.

Ferdman, who plans to continue collaborating with the company as a board member, also noted that Schwartz will lead CyrusOne through “a new era of expansion.”

The newly appointed CEO’s career has spanned the telecommunications, real estate and finance industries. He was an engagement manager at management consulting firm McKinsey, executive vice president at Harold A. Dawson Company (now the Dawson Company) and spent the last 16 years at digital infrastructure company Equinix. 

At Equinix, Schwartz tallied accomplishments such as overseeing and growing business in the EMEA region, where he was responsible for high data center growth.

Additionally, in the last few years, Schwartz maneuvered into a stateside role as chief strategy and development officer of Equinix and he is reportedly known for both strong commercial ventures and influencing a positive corporate culture.

In March, investment firm KKR and Global Infrastructure Partners completed their acquisition of CyrusOne at an approximate $15 billion price tag. Schwartz is the leader the new owners have helped approve as the right fit for the enterprise going forward.

“Since the acquisition, Dave and the leadership team have done a great job growing CyrusOne with an ambitious investment program and focused execution, and I look forward to joining the Company and helping our team continue to achieve success,” Schwartz remarked.

The appointment of Schwartz follows the hire of data center services industry veteran Anthony Rizzo as vice president of CyrusOne’s public sector business in February.

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White House, NOAA & DOI Launch Climate Hazard Assessment Website
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White House, NOAA & DOI Launch Climate Hazard Assessment Website

The White House, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Department of the Interior unveiled a new geospatial website developed by Esri in an effort to inform communities about real-time climate-related hazards.

NOAA said Thursday the Climate Mapping for Resilience and Adaptation portal also provides nonprofit organizations and federal, state, local and tribal governments with analysis of projected long-term hazard exposure and assistance in identifying funds for climate resilience project support.

“This website is designed as a one-stop shop to equip those on the ground with the tools they need to plan and prepare, and to access federal resources to build greater resilience,” noted Deputy National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi.

Climate maps and data, building code standards, economic justice, social vulnerability information and other non-climate data as well as federal grant funding opportunities are made available on CMRA. The portal also has climate condition assessment tool to help planners and managers in their decision-making tasks.

In addition, CMRA supports the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Inflation Reduction Act and other federal investments.

The development of the portal was co-funded by NOAA and DOI using 2022 BIL allocation. Esri and a collaborative interagency group worked on the initiative.

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KBR Awarded Renewable Power System Study for Upgrade Using Green Ammonia Technology
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KBR Awarded Renewable Power System Study for Upgrade Using Green Ammonia Technology

KBR announced on Thursday that the company has been awarded a study in order to develop a carbon-neutral, green ammonia-based power system for a semi-submersible drilling unit owned by Odfjell.

“This project demonstrates the role ammonia can play in decarbonizing existing assets and achieving net-zero targets,” Jay Ibrahim, president of KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions. “We pride ourselves in driving positive change, innovation and improvement in key markets, and we are proud to support our customers across the industry in their transitions to cleaner fuel options.”

For the last three decades, KBR has supported Equinor and Odfjell with marine technology, engineering and original semi-submersible designs. Through this study, KBR will continue its collaboration with Odfjell, Equinor and Wärtsilä to assess the conversion of the diesel generators on board drilling units to ammonia-fueled generators.

KBR is a world-leading ammonia licensor and KBR’s K-GreeN technology produces carbon-free ammonia based on electrolysis of water. K-GreeN is a viable, renewable alternative to decarbonizing the maritime and shipping industries.

“We are excited to be a part of a collaborative effort that will fully integrate KBR’s semi-submersible technology expertise, Wärtsilä’s power systems, and Odfjell’s and Equinor’s operations capabilities, all to deliver a carbon-neutral solution,” Jay Ibrahim added.

About KBR

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission-critical roles in 34 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

HII Ingalls Shipbuilding Begins Fabrication of Navy’s Future USS Pittsburgh
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HII Ingalls Shipbuilding Begins Fabrication of Navy’s Future USS Pittsburgh

HII‘s Ingalls Shipbuilding subsidiary has begun fabrication of the U.S. Navy’s 15th San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship at its facility in Pascagoula, Mississippi.

The shipyard commenced work on the future USS Pittsburgh (LPD 31) by cutting the first 100 tons of steel for the vessel, Naval Sea Systems Command said Wednesday.

LPD 31 is the second San Antonio-class ship built in the landing platform dock Flight II configuration to fulfill the Navy and Marine Corps mission requirements.

The ship will support a variety of operations including the transport of cargo, aircraft, landing craft and vehicles.

HII christened the USS Richard M. McCool Jr. (LPD 29), the 13th ship of the San Antonio-class, in June and is working on the USS Harrisburg (LPD 30), the first Flight II vessel in the ship variant.

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Steve Thur Named Assistant Administrator of NOAA Research
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Steve Thur Named Assistant Administrator of NOAA Research

Steve Thur, a nearly two-decade veteran of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, has been named assistant administrator for oceanic and atmospheric research.

He will assume his new position in early October and will be responsible for leading NOAA’s research efforts related to weather, climate and marine ecosystems, the agency said Wednesday.

Thur most recently served as the director of NOAA’s National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science, where he managed four marine laboratories and approximately 260 personnel.

He also served as the coordinator of NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program and worked as an economist at the Office of Response and Restoration.

“His scientific perspective and record of action on diversity, equity, justice and inclusion will be crucial as we work together to build climate resilient communities across the country,” said NOAA Administrator Rick Spinrad.

Thur holds a doctorate degree in marine policy from the University of Delaware’s Graduate College of Marine Studies.

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DHS Plans to Improve CX Efforts With New Hiring Initiative; Alejandro Mayorkas Quoted
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DHS Plans to Improve CX Efforts With New Hiring Initiative; Alejandro Mayorkas Quoted

The Department of Homeland Security is launching a large-scale recruitment initiative aimed at hiring technologists with backgrounds in product management and customer experience to help transform and modernize service delivery across the department.

DHS said Thursday the selected applicants will assist DHS agencies and offices in efforts to digitize services and reduce administrative burdens to improve access to government services and benefits.

Through the initiative, DHS plans to advance a range of customer experience efforts, including the Transportation Security Agency’s Mobile Driver’s Licenses program and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ myUSCIS portal.

The hiring effort is in response to an executive order President Joe Biden signed in December 2021 to organize and improve the delivery of services across the federal government.

“Together, we can improve the customer experience for the millions of individuals with whom we interact every day, while advancing equity, protecting individuals’ rights and liberties, and increasing our openness, transparency, and accountability,” said Alejandro Mayorkas, secretary of DHS and a previous Wash100 Award winner. 

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Jen Easterly: CISA to Conduct ‘Consultative Process’ Toward Incident Reporting Policy Implementation
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Jen Easterly: CISA to Conduct ‘Consultative Process’ Toward Incident Reporting Policy Implementation

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency will seek input from critical infrastructure owners and operators through 11 meetings as part of efforts to implement a new law mandating them to report breaches and ransomware payments to the federal government, The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday.

Jen Easterly, director of CISA and a 2022 Wash100 Award winner, said during a fireside chat session held Wednesday in Washington, D.C., that the agency will release details of listening forums it plans to conduct nationwide.

CISA must complete rulemaking procedures in order to impose requirements under the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act, which President Biden signed into law in March.

“What my goal is, as the director of the agency leading this process, is to ensure maximum transparency —to make sure it’s a consultative process and ensure harmonization,” Easterly said.

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Boeing Intelligence and Analytics Leadership and Executives Team
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Boeing Intelligence and Analytics (BI&A), a pioneering force in aerospace leadership and innovation, leverages a pool of exceptional talent and expertise. As they spearhead operations, BI&A remains at the forefront of cutting-edge advancements in the industry. Get acquainted with the distinguished members of Boeing intelligence and Analytics leadership and executives team whose brilliant minds drive the success of Boeing Intelligence and Analytics.

About Boeing

Boeing is an aerospace company that manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products, and space systems in over 150 countries. A leading provider in Aerospace, Boeing has expanded into three major business units, including Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Boeing Defense, Space & Security, and Boeing Global Services. It also expands into various functional organizations focusing on engineering and program management, technology and development execution, safety, finance, and many more. One of its subsidiaries is Boeing Intelligence & Analytics.

About Boeing Intelligence & Analytics

Boeing Intelligence & Analytics is one of the many subsidiaries of Boeing. BIA, as the company is more commonly known, is a Boeing Defense & Space company specializing in system integration and testing services. The headquarters of Boeing Intelligence and Analytics is in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, where executives and key employees are based. Meet the executives of the Boeing Intelligence and Analytics leadership and executives and their key responsibilities here.

Roxanne Wood, Chief Executive Officer & President

Roxanne Wood, Boeing Intelligence Analytics Chief Executive Officer & President; Boeing intelligence and analytics leadership and executives

As Boeing Intelligence and Analytics CEO and President, Roxanne Wood is in charge of the day-to-day operations including government relationships, leadership, engineering, and business growth, with a focus on cyber security. She previously worked as Chief Operating Officer, before getting promoted to CEO and President in August 2020, overseeing and implementing business operations, strategies and policies.

Roxanne Wood joined Boeing Intelligence and Analytics in 2019 as Director of Strategic Capture where she spearheaded strategies for growth within the MPO market segment, adjacencies such as USCYBERCOM, DIA, and other intelligence agencies.

Steven Cogdell, Chief Operating Officer

Steven Cogdell, Boeing Intelligence Analytics COO; boeing intelligence and analytics leadership and executives

Steven Cogdell joined Boeing Intelligence and Analytics back in February 2020 as a Business Development/Capture Manager where he helped build a strong foundation for the company’s long-term financial success. Cogdell focused on building a strong team of varied experiences across the NSA community to participate in the NSA Mission Focused Team program, which is said to generate over $400M in contract value. As Program Manager, he was also in charge of the execution of a USCYBERCOM program with an $82M+ valuation.

As the Chief Operating Officer, Cogdell reports directly to the CEO and oversees over 375 Boeing employees assigned in many BI&A programs. Cogdell leads all staffing efforts and challenges within the NSA community.  Cogdell takes overall responsibility for assisting the CEO in developing strategies and execution plans for the successful performance of the company’s programs and business objectives.

Patrick Shafer, Chief Financial Officer

Patrick Shafer, Boeing Intelligence Analytics Chief Financial Officer

Patrick Shafer is the Chief Financial Officer responsible for the daily financial transactions, contracts and risk mitigation, supplier management, financial reporting, proposal pricing, and coordination.

Shafer joins BI&A with more than 20 years of experience in business operations and federal contracting, and program finance. Throughout his career, Shafer has served in multiple roles overseeing reporting financial strategy and pricing. He worked as a Director of Financial Operations and Business Performance for five years since October 2016 before becoming Chief Financial Officer in March 2021.

Garrett Earle, Chief Information Officer

Garrett Earle, Boeing Intelligence Analytics Chief Information Officer

Garrett Earle has 20 years of IT experience in Commercial and Intelligence Communities. As Boeing Intelligence & Analytics’ Chief Information Officer, he runs the day-to-day IT operations, leading teams that protect the data and infrastructure, evaluating and implementing current industry trends, and bridging the gap between technical and non-technical.

Chad Scott, Director of Strategy & Business Development

Chad Scott, Boeing Intelligence Analytics Director of Strategy & Business Development

Chad Scott acts as the Director of Strategy and Business Development. He joined Boeing through the company’s acquisition of Kestrel Enterprise Inc in 2012 and has since then been responsible for developing, communicating, and executing a business strategy for BI&A.

Scott has over 30 years of experience in the intelligence community. He has served as a Counterintelligence Agent of the United States Army, supporting national-level espionage investigations.

Curtis Thomas, Technical Director

Curtis Thomas, Boeing Intelligence Analytics Technical Director

As Boeing Intelligence and Analytics’ Technical Director, Curtis Thomas reports directly to the CEO as he takes charge of setting the company’s technology vision, business development, and corporate strategy. He works closely with the Engineering Manager in making sure that the programs are realistically aligned with the technical resources.

Thomas joined BI&A in 2020. Having worked with SIGINT and Cyber Community as a Technology Strategist and Vice President of Engineering, Thomas quickly transitioned from a Cyber Architect to a Technology Strategist and later a Technical Director.

Lucia Rogers, Engineering Manager

Lucia Rogers, Boeing Intelligence Analytics Engineering Manager

Lucia Rogers oversees the team of engineers and analysts. She works directly with the Technical Director and Chief Operating Officer making sure that planned programs align with the available technical resources and that training and strategy roadmaps are tailored to the needs of Boeing employees. In fulfilling her role, Rogers brings with her leadership and geospatial experience. She also has technical aviation navigation experience, working with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.

Before joining BI&A, Rogers served in multiple leadership roles, starting as a Geospatial Division Manager, Chief of Staff, and Branch Manager at Boeing. She also served as a Commission Military Police Officer in the United States Army.

Cynthia Stacey, Human Resources Lead

Cynthia Stacey, Boeing Intelligence Analytics Human Resources Lead

As the head of the Human Resources department, Cynthia Stacey plays an important role in all aspects of HR management and operations from recruitment and total rewards to employee relations. Stacey has over 15 years of HR experience, most with Boeing as a Staff Analyst and HR Generalist before her role at Boeing Intelligence & Analytics.

Seamless Analytics and Intelligence Solutions

Executives and leadership members who make up the Intelligence Community propel BI&A through vibrant partnerships and innovative approaches in order to deliver integrated analytics and intelligence solutions through Boeing government contracts addressing tomorrow’s challenges.

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