http://nsagov.nsa.ic.gov News Articles on NSA.gov en-us Copyright 2009 http://www.nsa.gov Tues, 5 May 2009 12:00:00 On 5 May 2009, Lieutenant General Keith B. Alexander, Director, National Security Agency, Chief, Central Security Service and Commander, Joint Functional Component Command for Network Warfare (JFCC-NW), testifed before the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threats and Capabilities. LTG Alexander addressed the military's cyberspace mission and the challenges executing the responsibilities of JFCC-NW. The testimony provided insight into how DoD is organizing to operate in the cyber domain, cyberspace operations and shared his initial thoughts on deterrence strategies. http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/speeches_testimonies/5may09_dir.shtml The National Security Agency/Central Security Service (NSA/CSS) is pleased to announce that the United States Military Academy at West Point has won the 2009 Cyber Defense Exercise (CDX) trophy for the third year in a row. CDX, an annual event that is sponsored by NSA/CSS, is a computer security competition designed to foster education and awareness among future military leaders about the role of information assurance (IA). http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2009/cyber_defense_trophy.shtml The Director of the National Security Agency (NSA) and Chief of the Central Security Service (CSS) briefed on "Securing Our Government Networks" at the 2009 RSA Conference on 21 April 2009. LTG Alexander discussed changes to NSA's mission environment and emphasized the impact of the rapidly evolving cyber arena. He used this forum to sensitize the audience to fact that "The stakes are too high and time short for a unilateral approach to cyber security and that a strategic and actionable public-private partnership is essential to protect our nation." http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/speeches_testimonies/21apr09_dir.shtml The first Earth Day, held on April 22, 1970, marked the beginning of the modern environmental awareness movement. Nearly 20 million Americans participated in this event which promoted a healthy sustainable environment. This April 22, 2009, The National Security Agency would like to highlight many of its Green Initiatives. http://www.nsa.gov/commitment/nsa_goes_green/index.shtml Through the use of industry LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) guidelines, NSA is working to improve our buildings in terms of both worker comfort and environmental performance. http://www.nsa.gov/commitment/nsa_goes_green/index.shtml The National Security Agency is hosting its own virtual career fair today Tuesday, February 24 from 3pm-8pm EST. This is an online event for job seekers that will take place in an interactive, 3-D environment. http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2009/virtual_career_fair.shtml On 19 February, 2009, Mr. John C. Inglis, Deputy Director, NSA, was a guest of the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School "Leaders and Legends" series at the Renaissance Harborplace Hotel in Baltimore, MD. Mr. Inglis' topic of discussion was "Leadership at Network Speed-Agility and Integrity as Cultural Imperatives." http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2009/ddir_addresses_johns_hopkins.shtml "Computer security experts have warned for years that the endless cycle of software flaws and exploits will only be broken when we create incentives for software authors and publishers to get it right. http://www.nsa.gov/ia/news/ NSA has launched a new green inative with the installation of the BigBelly Solar Trash and Recycling Receptacles. The trash receptacles will help satisfy the need for outdoor trash collection and further enhance NSA's recycling capabilities. http://www.nsa.gov/commitment/nsa_goes_green/index.shtml The National Security Agency/Central Security Service launched its newly redesigned public web site – www.nsa.gov – this week. Visitors to the site, NSA/CSS - Defending our Nation. Securing the Future." will discover many new features. http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2009/nsa_launches_new_website.shtml