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About IA at NSA


IAD Globe Image NSA's Information Assurance Mission focuses on protecting National Security Information and Information Systems, in accordance with National Security Directive 42. The men and women of the IA Mission at NSA are highly trained and motivated Federal civilian employees and military personnel. We are Americans who believe service to our Nation and defending America against its adversaries is the highest calling for any citizen.

Our lines of business include:

  • IA Guidance
  • Security Engineering
  • Integrated Computer Network Operations

Our focus is on:

  • Comprehensive vulnerability and threat analysis
  • Guidance on IA security solutions
  • Tiered security assessments
  • Tailored solutions for specialized needs
  • Network security products and solutions to enable assured information sharing across security domains or between communities of interest
  • A 24/7 watch and analysis activity providing threat warnings, attack alerts and bulletins
  • Training and security awareness support
  • The Key Management Infrastructure that provisions end cryptographic units
  • Security engineering services that leverage government and commercial solutions

"NSA’s dedicated Information Assurance professionals work with clients and customers across the Federal Government, allies, and private sector partners to keep ahead of the rapidly developing cyber-capabilities of those who would do us harm, and to be the decisive advantage enabling America and its allies to outmaneuver network adversaries. This is our vision. This is our work at NSA."

Richard C. Schaeffer, Jr.
Information Assurance Director
National Security Agency

 

Date Posted: Jan 15, 2009 | Last Modified: Jan 15, 2009 | Last Reviewed: Jan 15, 2009

 
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