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Feb. 9, 2005
NSA Information Assurance Director Speaking at the 14th Annual RSA Conference, 14-18 February 2005 - NSA/CSS
Mr. Daniel G. Wolf the National Security Agency's Director of Information Assurance will speak at the 14 th Annual RSA Conference on Wednesday 16 February 2005 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco California.
Jan. 24, 2005
NSA and NIST Announce Public Availability of the Extensible Configuration Checklist Description Format (XCCDF)
The National Security Agency (NSA) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) jointly announce the public availability of the specification for the Extensible Configuration Checklist Description Format (XCCDF).
Jan. 6, 2005
NSA's Center for Cryptologic History Calls for Papers and Panels
The National Security Agency's Center for Cryptologic History is calling for proposals for papers or panels for its 2005 Symposium on Cryptologic History.
Dec. 27, 2004
Joint Document Highlights NGA and NSA Collaboration
The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) and the National Security Agency (NSA) recently signed an historic document that spells out collaborative efforts the agencies have undertaken.
Nov. 4, 2004
NSA Announces Winners of the Frank B. Rowlett Awards for Information Assurance Achievement
The National Security Agency announced the winners of the prestigious Frank B. Rowlett Awards for Information Assurance at a ceremony at Fort Meade on 4 November 2004.
Oct. 15, 2004
National Security Agency Encouraged by Vendor's Progress to Enhance Security
Addressing the audience at the Microsoft Security Summit East on 13 October Mr. Daniel G. Wolf the National Security Agency's Information Assurance Director said "I'm encouraged by the outstanding progress and future plans to enhance the security of operating systems and desktop applications. While vendors strive to do their part when it comes to the need for security the onus is now on the users. Users have to do their part by applying the latest patches and software updates."
Sept. 1, 2004
NSA/CSS Inducts Four Pioneers into the National Cryptologic Museum's Hall of Honor
Four pioneers of American cryptology were inducted into the NSA/CSS Hall of Honor today at the National Cryptologic Museum. In his keynote remarks during the induction ceremony Lt Gen Michael V. Hayden USAF Director National Security Agency/Chief Central Security Service highlighted the distinguished achievements of each of the inductees.
July 13, 2004
NSA/CSS and U.S. Naval Security Group - Dedicate New Aircraft at National Vigilance Park
Today NSA Director Lt Gen Michael V. Hayden USAF and RADM Joseph D. Burns USN Commander Naval Security Group Command hosted the dedication of a U.S. Navy EA-3B Skywarrior jet aircraft at National Vigilance Park.
June 16, 2004
NSA/CSS and State of Maryland Enter New Partnership "First of Its Kind"
This afternoon NSA Director Lt Gen Michael V. Hayden USAF and Maryland Governor The Honorable Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. signed a precedent-setting Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that formalizes a partnership between NSA and the State to advance technology in Maryland.
May 27, 2004
NSA/CSS Memorial Day Observance Honors Cryptologic Heroes, Past and Present
On 27 May 2004 Lt Gen Michael V. Hayden USAF Director National Security Agency/Chief Central Security Service honored the service and sacrifice of SP4 James T. Davis USA during the Agency's annual Memorial Day Observance.