HmC User Group Meeting (2020): Update
We have been closely monitoring evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) developments, including guidance from the CDC, WHO, state officials, and other health authorities. The safety and well being of HmC User Group 2020 attendees is our top priority. As a precautionary measure, we have decided to postpone the HUG 2020 until September 17, 2020. Look for more […]
Continue ReadingHmC User Group Success (2019)
Jackpine Technologies sponsored the annual HmC User Group meeting: a great opportunity for users to discover and learn about new features and capabilities, while collaborating with members of the Jackpine team. This year’s HUG Meeting featured 25 hands-on sessions, with over 100 registered users across three conference rooms. These sessions covered a range of topics […]
Continue ReadingJackpine Technologies Introduces Blockchain in DevOps
Maynard, MA May 10 – Today Jackpine Technologies Corp. announced the integration of blockchain technology into CONS3RT (www.cons3rt.com), its flagship cloud, security and DevOps orchestration platform. This industry-first integration establishes both full traceability of system integrity and smart contracts for automated decision making. As an orchestrator, CONS3RT takes complex tools and technologies and makes them […]
Continue ReadingHmC User Group Success (2018)
Jackpine Technologies sponsored the annual HmC User Group. A great collaboration event for users to discover and learn about new features and capabilities. Highlights Over 100 registered users Three conference rooms hosting 23 sessions over the course of the day Five sessions delivered by users; four sessions delivered by program offices Keynote speaker: Dr. Steve […]
Continue ReadingWhy blockchain is needed in DevOps
What started as a small security and functional test automation effort, using a small private cloud in the government space, has quietly grown into one of the premier DevSecOps approaches and tool sets available in industry. Jackpine Technologies Corporation quickly realized at the time that having the full environment in place was imperative to effective […]
Continue ReadingPentagon: Russia, China Able to Launch Catastrophic Cyber Attacks on U.S. Infrastructure for Next 10 Years
Relevant links are at the bottom of this post. Defense Science Board calls for new cyber deterrence plan targeting foreign leaders Bill GertzMarch 10, 2017 5:00 am Adm. Michael Rogers, commander of U.S. Cyber Command / Getty Images BY: Critical American infrastructure like the electric grid will remain vulnerable to catastrophic cyber attacks from Russia […]
Continue ReadingDOD watchdog lists top 10 challenges for 2017
Relevant links are at the bottom of this post. According to a new summary of 21 different unclassified audits and reports, the Department of Defense has deficiencies in seven of eight critical cybersecurity metrics. The cybersecurity summary by the DOD Office of Inspector General, dated Dec. 13, states that despite past warnings, the DOD continues to fall […]
Continue ReadingNational Cyber Commission Unveils 6 Imperatives to Secure Digital Economy
Relevant links are at the bottom of this post. The Commission on Enhancing National Cybersecurity has released a report that outlines six imperatives to ensure security of the digital economy. The commission said in the report published Thursday that the government and industry should work together to defend and safeguard digital networks and the information infrastructure, as well as […]
Continue ReadingDoD, Army Ramp Up Cybersecurity Measures With New Initiatives
Relevant links are at the bottom of this post. WASHINGTON, Nov. 21, 2016 — Two initiatives were rolled out today to strengthen the cyber security environment in the Defense Department and the Army, DoD officials announced. The first initiative is part of the “Hack the Pentagon” program that debuted last spring, officials said. Called the Vulnerability Disclosure Policy, […]
Continue ReadingCybercom Commander: Public-Private Partnerships Needed for Cybersecurity
Relevant links are at the bottom of this post. WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2016 — The public-private cybersecurity partnership between private companies and U.S. Cyber Command and other federal agencies has been uneven so far despite some fledgling success, but collaboration is critical given growing threats to everyone from cyberspace, the commander of U.S. Cyber Command said here yesterday. Navy Adm. […]
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