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Wednesday October 7th 10:15AM-11:30AM
Session 1-5: Point/Counter Point: Private Cloud vs. Public Cloud


• Bob Gourley, (Moderator) CTO, Crucial Point
• Harold Hinson, Intelligence Programs Manager, VMware
• Timothy Peterson, Federal Solutions Architect, CloudShield
• Henry Sienkiewicz, Technical Program Advisor, Computing Services, Defense Information Systems Agency

The GEOINT 2009 Symposium promises another agenda packed with important keynote speakers, insightful panel discussions and interesting breakout sessions.

Building on the dialogue from the past five years, GEOINT 2009 will break new ground as it pulls threads throughout the week from its theme: "Build the Community. Accelerate Innovation. Advance the Tradecraft."

Confirmed keynotes for GEOINT 2009 already include:

The Honorable Dennis C. Blair, Director of National Intelligence, The Honorable James R. Clapper Jr., Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence VADM Robert B. Murrett, U.S. Navy, Director, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
Lt. Gen. David A. Deptula, U.S. Air Force, Deputy Chief of Staff for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance

ISS World Asia Pacific is the world's largest gathering of Asia Pacific Telecom Operators, Law Enforcement, Intelligence and Defense Analysts responsible for lawful interception, electronic investigations and network Intelligence gathering.

ISS World Programs present the methodologies and tools to bridge the chasms from lawful intercept data gathering to information creation to investigator knowledge to actionable intelligence.

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Beyond the Partnership - Breaking the Reciprocity Code
On behalf of the Unified Cross Domain Management Office (UCDMO), we are pleased to announce the 3rd Annual UCDMO Conference. The Unified Cross Domain Management Office provides centralized coordination and oversight of all cross domain initiatives across the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.

"Building a Resilient & Sustainable Homeland - Public & Private Sector Partners Serving America"

On September 9-10, 2009, NDIA's Homeland Security Division will hold its fourth annual Homeland Security Symposium & Exhibition. Held at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, VA, the symposium will assemble leaders from the new Administration (DHS, the Pentagon other Executive Branch members), state and local governments, the private sector and leading opinion leaders and experts to address some of the most pressing issues facing today's homeland. This year's Symposium, "Building a Resilient & Sustainable Homeland - Public and Private Sector Partners Serving America," will focus on the post-Transition challenges and the strategies needed to bring public and private sectors together to address them.

2009 LandWarNet Conference
The 2009 LandWarNet Conference is the premier forum to bring Government and Industry together to openly communicate commercial best business practices and government implementations.

The United States Army Intelligence Center (USAIC) and Fort Huachuca are proud to present the Team Huachuca Requirements Days taking place at Fort Huachuca, Arizona on 22-23 July.

The purpose of this event is to outline for industry, academia, and the scientific community the requirements for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance and Cyber operations support to the warfighter. The intelligence community is looking for cutting edge ideas and capabilities to help solve the challenges faced by the Army in an increasingly complex operational environment. Attendance at this event will provide you with the opportunity to hear the requirements first-hand, to take a tour of Fort Huachuca and discover exactly what capabilities and support Fort Huachuca provides to the warfighter, and it will also give you the opportunity to have on-site, private meetings with the SME's (Subject Matter Experts) in the event you have questions regarding the requirements. White Papers outlining your solutions will be requested in the months following Requirement Days. This event will be unclassified.

International Symposium on Advances of High Performance Computing and Networking (AHPCN-09) in
conjunction w/parent conference: 11th IEEE Conf. on High Performance Computing and Communications (HPCC-09).

The HPCC-2009 conference is the 11th edition of the highly successful International Conference on High Performance and Communications(HPCC). It provides a forum for engineers and scientists in academia, industry, and government to address the resulting profound challenges and to present and discuss their new ideas, research results, applications and experience on all aspects of high performance computing and communications.

Paper to be presented: "packetC Language for High Performance Packet Processing" by Ralph Duncan and Peder Jungck

Unleashing the Crowd in the Cloud: Igniting the Innovation Insurgency
This event will be held at the NRO in Chantilly, Virginia on the 17th and 18th of June 2009. The theme will focus on collaboration and information sharing with an emphasis on innovation and mission-enabling applications that address challenges and opportunities across the National Security Enterprise.

ISS World® Europe is the world's largest gathering of European Telecom Operators, Law Enforcement, Intelligence and Defense Analysts responsible for lawful interception, electronic investigations and network intelligence gathering.

ISS World® Programs present the methodologies and tools to bridge the chasms from lawful intercept data gathering to information creation to investigator knowledge to actionable intelligence.

Registration Opening Soon

FiestaCrow '09 is the latest in a long history of this country's premier Information Operations and Electronic Warfare Symposiums. This year will be the best ever, since it will mark 30 years since FiestaCrow began. It will again be jointly sponsored by the Billy Mitchell Chapter (BMC) of the Association of Old Crows (AOC) and the Alamo Chapter of the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA).

This year's theme is: "EW and Cyber-Global Spectrum Control", and the lineup of speakers is already impressive. Be sure to get your registration in early in order to rejoin with your fellow Electronic Warfare and Cyber professionals from around the world at this 2009 Mountain-Western Region Technical Symposium. FC09 will put a spotlight on San Antonio, Texas' critical military and national security missions, including: national security and intelligence; military training; medical services; personnel management; and environmental excellence. FC09 will focus on national challenges with worldwide impact, including: DoD; Intelligence Community; Combatant Commanders and their Subordinate Units; Major DoD and Component Commands; Guard & Reserve Units; Industry; Academia; and others.

Join Army LTG Carroll Pollett, DISA Director and Commander of the Joint Task Force - Global Network Operations, and the entire DISA leadership for this year's conference at the Anaheim Convention Center in California from April 20-24, 2009. This year's theme is "One Force. One Focus. Connected."

The annual DISA Customer Partnership Conference brings together our customers, our industry partners, senior decision-makers, and our subject matter experts, who openly communicate and share information that is critical to helping the Department of Defense achieve mission success.

Why should you attend this symposium?

1. Top Leadership. Confirmed speakers include:
   • The Honorable William J. Lynn III, Deputy Secretary of Defense
   • Gen Kevin P. Chilton, USAF Commander, U.S. Strategic Command
   • LTG Keith Alexander, USA, Director National Security Agency Mr. Scott Charney
   • Corporate Vice President, Trustworthy Computing, Microsoft Corporation
2. Inspired Agenda. Two-day agenda -- focused panel discussions and featured speakers.
3. Forward-Thinking Conference. Track sessions allow attendees to dialogue on tough cyberspace challenges.
4. Networking. Connect with counterparts and do business on-site.
5. Outstanding professional development opportunity. Low registration fees, conveniently located in the heart of downtown Omaha, home to four Fortune 500 Companies and the Center of Excellence for Secure Cyberspace. If you can attend just one cyberspace symposium this year, this is THE ONE!

"Advancing Cyberspace Capabilities to Deliver Integrated Effects" is the theme for the first world-class, joint Cyberspace Symposium. This event will provide an exciting new venue for information exchange among leaders in Cyberspace. Fostering innovation and collaboration between the private sector and government to delve into tough cyber issues will be paramount for this symposium.

Please note that advance registration will close at 5 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, April 1.

Mobile operators are seeing massive growth in data usage. New devices and applications drive mobile broadband take-up even further.

Technology migration from 3G wireless networks is inevitable in the long term to embark on the right technology strategy that allows for the best timing and the most cost effective deployment is crucial in order to become successful in this highly competitive market. In the "Tools for Success" session, operators will present and discuss the drivers, technical options, implications and key success factors for deployment of next generation networks. Relevant areas will be:

• Drivers for NGMN technology-speed, capacity, global scale
• Enabling functionality-interoperability, backward compatibility, security
• Technology options for meeting specific strategy requirements
• Implications of coming to NGMN from different technologies

Abu Dhabi will host the largest-ever IDEX in February 2009

Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, IDEX 2009 is officially supported by the UAE Government and coordinated with the active assistance of the UAE Armed Forces.

As the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region's largest defence exhibition and conference IDEX is the ultimate event for government officials and military personnel to source technology and equipment for all defence environments: land, sea and air.

IDEX 2009 is the ultimate event for Government officials and military personnel to source technology and equipment for all defence environments.

• Discover the latest technological advances in equipment, services and solutions from over 900 exhibitors catering for all defence environments
• Watch live combat vehicle and amphibious demonstrations, visit warships and view the latest technology in the presence of equipment manufacturers
• Attend the Gulf Defence Conference, a top forum focusing on defence strategy and technological advances

We are pleased to announce the Spring 2009 Phoenix Challenge Conference:

This year's theme is "Executing Information Operations in Cyberspace"

Our ability to successfully execute Information Operations (IO) continues to improve as our understanding of the importance and utility of the cyberspace domain increases. Bringing to bear the full capabilities associated with CNO, EW, MILDEC, OPSEC and PSYOP requires not only knowledge of the global domain, but also a thorough understanding of the roles, responsibilities and capabilities provided by interagency and coalition partners.

The focus of this conference will be to describe Information Operations conducted in cyberspace from DoD and coalition perspectives; to identify key interagency partners and associated capabilities; and to discuss opportunities to improve coordination and synchronization of efforts.

Agenda
The agenda is in development. Agenda collaboration is on DNI's Intellipedia-U at: https://www.intelink.gov/wiki/Phoenix_Challenge_Conference_2009_Spring

Intelligence Support Systems for Lawful Interception, Criminal Investigations and Intelligence Gathering

ISS World MEA is the world's largest gathering of Middle East and African Telecom Operators, Law Enforcement, Intelligence and Defense Analysts responsible for lawful interception, electronic investigations and network intelligence gathering.

ISS World Programs present the methodologies and tools to bridge the chasms from lawful intercept data gathering to information creation to investigator knowledge to actionable intelligence.

The Distributed Computing Industry Association's (DCIA) back for a second year, with a focus on the commercial development possibilities of the peer-to-peer channel for content distribution. Hear keynotes from top P2P and social networking software distributors, attend panel discussions with industry leaders, participate in valuable workshops, and much more.

Further your DPI education and learn how to build new revenues! Telephony is excited to bring you Telephony University, a one-day, online virtual tradeshow on Deep Packet Inspection. Go deep into the world of DPI when you attend our educational day of Webcasts, virtual booths and interactive chats with the industry experts leading the way! As an attendee, you can access these great tools during the Virtual Show:

• Watch three live Webcasts in the Auditorium
• Participate in Scheduled Chats in the Communications Center
• Interact with experts in our Panel Session with Q&A
• Visit Virtual Booths in the Exhibit Hall for one-on-one attention
• Download industry information from the Resource Center, including white papers, product information, presentations and more

Intelligence Support Systems for Lawful Interception, Criminal Investigations, Intelligence Gathering and Information Sharing Conference and Expo is the world's largest gathering of Telecommunications Service Provides, Law Enforcement Agents, Investigators, Intelligence Analysts, and Justice IT Staff with information sharing responsibilities, vendors and others who have to work together to combat criminals and terrorists.

ISS World presents the tools to bridge the chasms from lawful intercept data gathering to information creation to investigator knowledge to actionable intelligence.

For 27 years, MILCOM has been a must-attend event for members of the government, military, scientific and engineering communities. This year's conference will showcase new products, breakthrough technologies and exciting industry trends through special exhibits, interactive tutorials, keynote speeches, and panel discussions. We'll see you in San Diego.

TechNet Asia-Pacific 2008
AFCEA's 23rd Annual Conference & Exposition "Beyond Joint - Connecting Mission Partners"
November 3-6, 2008
Sheraton Waikiki Hotel Honolulu, HI
Co-Sponsored by AFCEA International and AFCEA Hawaii

VIDEO CONTENT PROTECTION

Strategies and Tools - Copyright Infringement Deterrence or Prevention through Enforcement
What approaches are the most effective today in protecting video content being distributed in an authorized manner with P2P? What are the relative strengths of digital watermarking, fingerprinting, metadata filtering, and other digital rights management (DRM) techniques? How can unlicensed content that has been released into an open file-sharing environment be reclaimed?

Panelists:
Chris Gillis, Director of Sales, MediaDefender
Vance Ikezoye, CEO, Audible Magic
Peder Jungck, CTO, Cloudshield
Gerry Kaufhold, Principal Analyst, Reed Business
Neerav Shah, VP, Business Development & Strategy, Verimatrix

Moderator:
Karen Kaplowitz, Member Services, Distributed Computing Industry Association (DCIA)

Realizing IPv6: Enabling Next Generation Government Solutions Conference & Expo September 18, 2008 This interactive conference and exhibition will identify and break down real operational issues and explore the solutions powered by the next generation internet. Attendees will discuss best practices, case studies, lessons learned, and technology applications for successful IPv6 implementations/programs. The conference faculty will be comprised of both Government and Industry IPv6 leaders and practitioners, and will leave the audience with actionable ideas and next steps. This conference is FREE for government professionals.

ITU TELECOM ASIA 2008 is a key networking platform for Asia's top ICT names to come together and focus on core issues relating to ICT expansion across the region. From 2 - 5 September 2008, ASIA 2008 populates the IMPACT Challenger Exhibition and Convention Center in Bangkok, Thailand.

CloudShield is supporting the Army LandWarNet conference in Ft. Lauderdale, FL next week. We will be in the Technology Development Group booth.

The Air Force Information Technology Conference focuses on how information is created locally, shared globally through our vast communications capabilities, and used operationally in support of the warfighting effort and cyberspace domain. This conference will bring together government leaders and key figures in the field of information technology, allowing them to learn how to best apply the latest, cutting-edge technology to keep the Air Force the most advanced fighting force in the world. We expect approximately 5,600 government and civilian attendees to participate in the many events that will take place. Also, a majority of the attendees will be Air Force Active Duty, Civil Service, Guard and Reserve personnel.

AFITC has taken place annually in the Montgomery area for more than a quarter of a century. This year's conference will be held at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel and Spa Convention Center located in downtown Montgomery, Alabama. AFITC 2008 will showcase how IT hardware, software, and services are being used today and how they will be used in the future to help the Air Force accomplish its cyberspace mission. AFITC is one of the primary tools we have for keeping Air Force IT users, developers, and managers current on the latest technologies. Attendees also receive a "vector check" from leading government and industry experts on the direction of IT in the Air Force while learning about future industry offerings and advances in technology.

SOFNET 2008 IS THE PREMIER EVENT that will provide participants with a framework to examine the impact of software as it becomes the driving element in next-generation carrier networks. Software and technologies, both software and hardware, will be explored for their influence in creating "soft service providers." Wireline and wireless software developments and technologies, architectures, and systems supporting the new architectures will also be addressed.

CloudShield is hosting the following session: Next Generation Service Provider Platforms: Lowering Costs, Shortening Time to Revenue and Adding Flexibility