TSCM Cyber Applications Couse
ID: J2Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4814 6 CONS PKTAMPA, FL, 33621-5119, USA

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Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking a qualified vendor to provide a Counter-Intelligence Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) Course tailored for U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF). The course aims to enhance the capabilities of SOF personnel by covering critical topics such as detecting rogue Bluetooth and WiFi clients, utilizing WiFi Pineapple for device location, and employing software-defined radios, addressing a significant training gap in cyber and networking tools. Interested parties must demonstrate their unique qualifications and capabilities in delivering this specialized training, with a deadline for submissions set for May 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST. For inquiries, potential vendors can contact Ramon Jimenez at ramon.jimenez.7@us.af.mil or by phone at 813-828-4018.

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    The USSOCOM J2/Directorate of Intelligence is seeking support for the development and delivery of a Counter-Intelligence Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) Course. This initiative aims to provide U.S. Special Operations Command with specialized TSCM cyber training, addressing the gap in specific training for various cyber and networking tools used within the Special Operations Forces (SOF). The course will cover essential topics such as detecting rogue Bluetooth and WiFi clients, utilizing WiFi Pineapple for device location, and employing software defined radios. The vendor is expected to conduct a minimum of three courses during the designated performance period, with the first course to be completed by June 1, 2025. Additionally, travel expenses for training will be covered by SOF-E TSCM organizations, and the vendor must supply all equipment necessary for the program, including advanced technical gear tailored for SOF usage. This solicitation underscores the commitment to enhancing counter-intelligence capabilities within USSOCOM while ensuring that training is aligned with mission-specific requirements and available resources.
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