70 -- DHS S&T System Integrator Forum (SIF)

1. The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate invites system integrators and government sponsors of information systems projects to attend the DHS S&T System Integrator Forum (SIF). It takes place on February 21, 2008 from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.. This event will be located at the Doubletree Hotel Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia. The event will showcase several new cyber security solutions funded by DHS S&T that aim to remediate Federal and commercial cyber security vulnerabilities. 2. The goal of the DHS S&T SIF is to introduce high-quality, top-performing research companies to large integrators of technology who serve the Federal Government and private industry. Each of the presenting technology developers have completed cyber security technology development projects funded under DHS Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) or Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) programs. They have been selected for participation in the SIF based on the maturity of their technology solutions, relevance to government needs, the apparent commercial viability of their approach, and their business leadership. These technology solutions represent cutting-edge innovations that have the potential to improve the security of the nation's cyber-infrastructure, while also reducing the costs required to protect cyber assets from attacks. 3. Those interested in attending the DHS S&T System Integrator Forum should represent an information services company that specializes in integrating information systems and corresponding security capabilities that meet Federal Government and private industry requirements. The SIF is an ideal venue for system integrators, chief technology officers, chief information officers, chief information systems security officers, purchasing decision-makers, and government sponsors of system integration programs. At the SIF they can learn about opportunities to integrate capabilities resulting from DHS S&T?s investment in cyber security technology development. The event is NOT a venue for researchers or small businesses seeking funding or networking opportunities. 4. The DHS reserves the right to modify the agenda until the date of the event, but the forum may include the following presentations: a. Secure USB flash drives with hardware encryption and 2-factor authentication, featuring centralized policy management, secure password management, and integration with end-point security b. An advanced botnet and malware detection and diagnosis system that harnesses best practices in enterprise-level physical memory forensics with automated binary reverse engineering capabilities c. Vulnerability analysis tools that model cyber network penetration, based on the network configuration and known vulnerabilities, producing a view of all potential multi-step attacks through the network d. A tool for deep analysis and transformation of software (in either source or binary executable form), with application to security-vulnerability discovery, assurance, and anti-tamper protection e. Pattern recognition and data analysis tools to quickly write and test network signatures, allowing for the determination of new security threats through positive-negative enumeration 5. The event is free of charge and includes continental breakfast and lunch. 6. Register for the DHS System Integrator Forum by January 25, 2008, by visiting http://www.cyber.st.dhs.gov/siforum08. Space is limited. 7. This announcement is not a request for proposal. Points of Contact: Please direct any questions to: Jenny McNeill, 650-859-5357, jenny.mcneill@sri.com Jeri Hessman, 202-254-6340, Jeri.Hessman@associates.dhs.gov Place of Performance: Doubletree Hotel Crystal City-National Airport 300 Army Navy Drive Arlington, VA 22202-2891 Phone: (703) 416-4100