Soldiers train using the Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System Artillery Execution Suite (AFATDS) during Command Post Exercise 1D, August 14, 2024. (DVIDS)
In its continuous efforts to strengthen and boost our Army, Virginia-based defense contractor Leidos has received a whopping $191 million contract to provide the service with critical integrated lifecycle software and management solutions.
Here’s what we know about the recent lucrative deal, as announced by the company on August 13.
Upgrading the Army with Software Smarts
As reported, the $191 million Arrmy contract is set to be for five years, with a potential six-month extension, which, in hindsight, highlights the service’s growing reliance on advanced software systems when it comes to addressing modern threats (drones, cyber warfare, etc.) and to keep its tech edge sharp in an ever-changing world.
Leidos’ expertise in cyber-hardened software development, systems engineering, and technical services will be instrumental in achieving these goals.
The project will involve a range of tasks, including:
Developing and integrating cutting-edge software solutions;
Providing technical expertise and support; and
Ensuring the cybersecurity of these critical systems.
Leidos has a solid reputation for developing mission-critical software—which has been on the playing field for over five decades now—making them the ideal choice to meet the Army’s needs.
They’ll be working on more than seven key mission software systems, such as the Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System, the Joint Automated Deep Operations Coordination System, and the AN/TPQ-53 Multi-Mission Radar.
In its continuous efforts to strengthen and boost our Army, Virginia-based defense contractor Leidos has received a whopping $191 million contract to provide the service with critical integrated lifecycle software and management solutions.
Here’s what we know about the recent lucrative deal, as announced by the company on August 13.
Upgrading the Army with Software Smarts
As reported, the $191 million Arrmy contract is set to be for five years, with a potential six-month extension, which, in hindsight, highlights the service’s growing reliance on advanced software systems when it comes to addressing modern threats (drones, cyber warfare, etc.) and to keep its tech edge sharp in an ever-changing world.
Leidos’ expertise in cyber-hardened software development, systems engineering, and technical services will be instrumental in achieving these goals.
The project will involve a range of tasks, including:
Developing and integrating cutting-edge software solutions;
Providing technical expertise and support; and
Ensuring the cybersecurity of these critical systems.
Leidos has a solid reputation for developing mission-critical software—which has been on the playing field for over five decades now—making them the ideal choice to meet the Army’s needs.
They’ll be working on more than seven key mission software systems, such as the Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System, the Joint Automated Deep Operations Coordination System, and the AN/TPQ-53 Multi-Mission Radar.
AN/TPQ-53 radar system (DVIDS)
This Army contract award is part of a bigger push by the US military to focus on upgrading its software capabilities.
As Roy Stevens, Leidos National Security Sector President, aptly stated:
“For the US Army to deliver precise, longer-range fires to counter continuous innovation from near-peer threats, they need software systems capable of incremental modernization.”
With its skills in development, security, and operations, Leidos is set to be a key player in making sure the US Army has the strong, secure software it needs to lead on future battlefields.
Cybersecurity: A Critical Aspect of Modern Warfare
The Leidos contract is part of a bigger effort by the US military to strengthen its cyber defenses.
Earlier this month, the Army awarded a separate $9.59 million contract to Sealing Technologies for a deployable cyber operations system, showing just how crucial adaptable and strong cyber capabilities are on the frontlines.
About the Sealing Technologies Contract
Briefly, the DDS-Mv2 (Deployable Defensive Cyber Operations System – Modular version 2) program is a specially designed system that gives Cyber Protection Teams a powerful, portable setup for managing their Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) tools and platforms.
Think of it as a compact, customizable system that can be deployed anywhere in the world, allowing the military to run cyber defense missions from just about any location.
Its smaller size and boosted computing and storage capabilities mean it’s not only easy to transport but also super efficient and scalable, making sure the team has everything they need to stay in control and fully functional, no matter where they are.
Other Cyber Operation Upgrade Efforts
Likewise, Clear Ridge Defense’s contract with the Marine Corps and IBM’s support for cybersecurity in allied nations demonstrate the many ways the US is working to protect its digital assets and those of its partners.
Together, these efforts show a growing understanding of how essential cybersecurity is to modern warfare and national security.
Final Thoughts
It’s clear that the Army is making a major push to upgrade its tech game, and this new $191 million contract with Leidos is a big step in that direction.
By focusing on integrated lifecycle software and management solutions, the service branch is preparing itself to face modern threats head-on, whether it’s drones, cyber warfare, or any other emerging challenges.
With Leidos’ decades of experience in mission-critical software, the Army is betting on the right team to help keep its systems secure and effective.
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