- Xage Security Gov has been awarded a $17 million contract by the U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC) to implement its zero trust cybersecurity solutions.
- The contract focuses on securing both current and future ground and space architectures, emphasizing the Department of Defense’s priority for zero trust strategies.
September 28, 2023, Palo Alto, CA, Xage Security Gov, recognized as a leader in real-world cybersecurity, announced its recent achievement: a significant $17 million contract bestowed by the U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC). The contract’s primary objective is to integrate Xage’s zero trust access control and data protection across the SSC’s existing and forthcoming ground and space infrastructures.
Zero trust, a top-tier strategy within the Department of Defense’s (DOD) cybersecurity framework, is designed to minimize attack vulnerabilities, thwart potential threats, and facilitate swift containment and rectification of adversarial actions. Xage’s pioneering distributed zero trust-based cybersecurity mesh is poised to offer unparalleled protection against the evolving cyber threats targeting U.S. critical infrastructure.
Established to cater to Federal Government clientele, Xage Security Gov, colloquially known as “Xage Gov,” operates as a fully-owned subsidiary of Xage Security. Its primary mission is to address the cybersecurity requirements of the nation’s most pivotal missions, operations, and assets. With the capabilities to manage both classified and unclassified projects securely, Xage Gov, under this new contract, will employ the Xage Fabric. This will ensure an identity-based zero trust cybersecurity mesh with distributed service enforcement at the forefront for DOD systems, laying the groundwork for a robust cybersecurity framework for intricate distributed settings.
The collaboration between Xage and SSC encompasses three core initiatives:
- Cyber fortification of existing terrestrial systems, including ground stations and operational technology assets, using zero trust principles.
- Integration of zero trust capabilities within next-gen ground and space systems, promoting secure interactions between commercial and DOD assets.
- Implementation of Xage’s zero trust secure data exchange, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and authenticity throughout the space ecosystem.
The momentum for federal adoption of zero trust architectures is evident, with several directives and publications underscoring its importance.
Geoffrey Mattson, CEO of Xage Security, commented on the partnership, stating, “Space represents the ultimate challenge in cybersecurity and a crucial segment of critical infrastructure warranting protection. Xage is pioneering the integration of zero trust data exchange across diverse environments. Our collaboration with SSC aims to fortify the upcoming generation of space-centric critical defense infrastructure.”
