Operational Technology Support
ID: PCCS-24-50006RType: Sources Sought
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONSCISA CONTRACTING ACTIVITYWashington, DC, 20528, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

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https://sam.gov/opp/889034098b8040a4aa9f74a3532cd577/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is seeking qualified contractors to provide Operational Technology support as part of its Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC) initiative. The primary objective is to enhance cybersecurity for Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and bolster the nation's ability to prevent and respond to cyber threats through effective program management, stakeholder engagement, and innovative service delivery. This procurement is crucial for strengthening U.S. cyber defenses against potential threats to critical infrastructure, emphasizing the need for extensive experience in cybersecurity and program management. Interested parties should submit their unclassified responses electronically by June 10, 2024, and can contact Hannah Moussa at hannah.moussa@cisa.dhs.gov or Shawn Curro at shawn.curro@cisa.dhs.gov for further information.

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    PCCS-24-50006R Operational Technology Support_SOW.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a Statement of Work (SOW) for the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC) focused on enhancing Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS) security. The JCDC aims to transform its partnership model to bolster the nation's ability to prevent and respond to cyber threats. The contractor will play a crucial role by providing program management, cybersecurity expertise, stakeholder engagement support, and innovative service delivery. Key tasks include program deployment, stakeholder relationship management, and governance reporting, with a focus on creating a collaborative environment involving both public and private sector partners. Deliverables include project management plans, stakeholder engagement strategies, and assessments to ensure continuous improvement in program effectiveness. The SOW outlines specific requirements for contractor personnel, emphasizing the need for extensive experience in cybersecurity and program management functions. The goal is to foster a proactive approach toward managing cybersecurity risks in OT environments, enhancing incident response capabilities across the nation.
    PCCS-24-50006R Operational Technology Support_SSN.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to gather market research on potential sources for operational technology support. This notice does not obligate the government to issue a Request for Quotations or Proposals. The main objective is to identify qualified expertise to enhance cybersecurity for Industrial Control Systems (ICS) in collaboration with critical infrastructure partners. Respondents are expected to demonstrate experience in program support, cybersecurity operations, stakeholder engagement, and incident response, among others. The document outlines specific requirements in the form of questions for potential respondents, addressing their past work, capabilities in OT/ICS cybersecurity, and experience with stakeholder relationship management. Responses should be unclassified and submit electronically by June 10, 2024. The initiative encourages collaboration and aims to close gaps in CISA's current operational capabilities in defending control systems. Overall, this SSN is integral to strengthening U.S. cyber defenses against potential threats to critical infrastructure through informed stakeholder engagement and innovative technical solutions.
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