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Information Assurance Security Services III (IASS3)

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The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, under the Department of Homeland Security, has forecasted a requirement for Information Assurance Security Services III, known as IASS3, to support the secure integration of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies into its operations. This contract is set aside for 8(a) small businesses and falls under NAICS code 541512, with performance expected to take place in Camp Springs, Maryland. The estimated period of performance extends through June 13, 2031, and the solicitation release is anticipated for August 21, 2026, with the estimated solution release date now projected for September 21, 2026. The primary point of contact is Megan Kane, who replaced Christopher Green in July 2025, while Sylwia Salkic serves as the alternate point of contact following updates from Andrew Fonda and Celina Hemingway in early 2026. Scott Stewart is designated as the Small Business Specialist and APFS Coordinator for procurement support. The contract aims to ensure robust cybersecurity posture through the deployment of specialized Information System Security Officers who will implement, validate, and monitor IT security requirements to safeguard systems, data, and environments from malicious threats while upholding ethical standards aligned with organizational values.

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8(a) small business contract for AI cybersecurity services in Maryland through 2031, led by Megan Kane.

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Department of Homeland Security → United States Citizenship And Immigration ServicesView Agency

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541512 - Computer Systems Design ServicesView NAICS

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Camp Spring, MD, US

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AgencyDepartment of Homeland Security → United States Citizenship And Immigration Services
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Scott StewartSmall Business Specialist/APFS Coordinator

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***7/28/2026: CO updated from Celina Hemingway to Sylwia Salkic; Est Sol Release date updated from 8/21/2026 to 9/21/2026.*** ***2/9/2026: CO updated from Andrew Fonda to Celina Hemingway.*** ***1/15/2026: Strategic Sourcing Vehicle updated to 8(a) STARS III; Estimated period of performance end updated from 7/30/29 to 6/13/31; Estimated solicitation release date updated from 12/30/26 to 8/21/26; Alternate contact updated from Sylwia Salkic to Andrew Fonda.
***7/23/2025 Update: POC updated from Christopher Green to Megan Kane.
USCIS has a requirement for Information Assurance Security Services (IASS). As USCIS integrates artificial intelligence (AI) / machine learning (ML) and other emerging technologies into our operations, it is imperative to elevate our cyber vigilance. This means ensuring systems are not only resilient to adversarial attacks but also uphold ethical standards that reflect organizational values and societal expectations. The Information Security Division (ISD) seeks a next generation of ISSOs to lead the charge. The IASS resources will continue to perform the day-to-day implementation and validation of IT Security requirements, including ensuring the protection of our systems, data, and environment from malicious users, and to support continuous monitoring activities. These specialized ISSOs are critical to maintaining the security of our systems, assets, and data to avoid or minimize the impact of events.

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