This contract award may indicate the Army's increasing reliance on private sector expertise for cybersecurity. Leidos' selection suggests confidence in its capabilities to defend against evolving cyber threats, which could strengthen its position in the defense contracting market.
Defense Contractor Expands Cyber Operations Role
Leidos Holdings, Inc. has been awarded a five-year, $301 million contract by the US Army to provide cybersecurity support for military networks. The contract involves round-the-clock cyber operations to protect against cyberattacks. This follow-on contract demonstrates the Army’s continued trust in Leidos’ capabilities. The award was announced by the company on Monday, as reported by Seeking Alpha.
This contract award may indicate the Army's increasing reliance on private sector expertise for cybersecurity. Leidos' selection suggests confidence in its capabilities to defend against evolving cyber threats, which could strengthen its position in the defense contracting market.
Defense Contractor Expands Cyber Operations Role
Leidos Holdings, Inc. has been awarded a five-year, $301 million contract by the US Army to provide cybersecurity support for military networks. The contract involves round-the-clock cyber operations to protect against cyberattacks. This follow-on contract demonstrates the Army’s continued trust in Leidos’ capabilities. The award was announced by the company on Monday, as reported by Seeking Alpha.