http://www.nsa.gov News Articles on NSA.gov en-us Copyright 2010 http://www.nsa.gov Wed, 22 Feb 2013 014:25:00 EST (FT. MEADE, MD) - The National Cryptologic Museum (NCM) showcased its newest exhibit, Revolutionary Secrets, which tells the story of cryptology during the American Revolutionary War, at a colorful ceremony on Thursday, 14 February. http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2013/revolutionary_secrets.shtml In a recent television interview on "This Week in Defense News," Director of Compliance John DeLong discussed the scope and rigor of his office, NSA's oversight, and the agency's core values with host Vago Muradian. The segment, which first aired on CBS, will also appear this month on the American Forces Network. http://www.defensenewstv.com/video.php?bctid=2150661626001#/Segments/NSA+Compliance+Director+on+Privacy+Regulations/57636759001/52684858001/2150661626001 As part of the Agency's 60th Anniversary celebration, the National Cryptologic Museum (NCM) debuted its newest exhibit, "60 Years of Cryptologic Excellence," at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, 7 November... http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2012/museum_exhibit_60yrs.shtml Established on Nov. 4, 1952, the National Security Agency celebrates this week 60 years of service to the nation. http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2012/nsa_60.shtml GEN Keith B. Alexander - Commander, U.S. Cyber Command/Director, NSA/Chief, CSS - told participants at the annual GEOINT Conference that there are several ways to shore up U.S. cyber defenses. Strengthening government-industry partnerships in cybersecurity, improving the training of professionals who defend vital U.S. networks, and taking advantage of cloud computing are among the necessary steps, he said in an Oct. 11 speech. http://geointv.com/archive/geoint-2012-keynote-gen-keith-b-alexander-u-s-army-commander-uscybercom-director-nsa/ Every day, Americans become more and more integrated into cyberspace, in both our personal and professional lives. Cyberspace gives us mobility and convenience; it is now possible to never be "out of touch" with friends and loved ones. Our phones are now Smart Phones; our cars connect to the Internet. We shop online, bank online, stay in touch online. For many of us, being "unplugged" is almost unthinkable. The capabilities of cyberspace help us to manage our increasingly hectic lives. http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2012/cyber_awareness_month.shtml Oct. 3 - The National Security Agency's new program to prime college students for careers in cyber operations garnered an Education Award at the SANS 2012 National Cybersecurity Innovation Conference, held this week in Baltimore. NSA's program raised the bar for colleges and created attractive incentives, the SANS Institute said. http://www.sans.org FORT MEADE, MD-Four heroes of American cryptology were inducted into the NSA/CSS Cryptologic Hall of Honor today at the National Cryptologic Museum. In his keynote remarks during the induction ceremony, John C. Inglis, Deputy Director, National Security Agency, highlighted the distinguished achievements of each of the inductees. http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2012/hall_honor_inductees.shtml The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have jointly announced the designation of 52 colleges and universities as National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education, Information Assurance Research, and in Information Assurance 2-Year Education for the years 2012 through 2017. http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2012/academic_excellence_designees.shtml May 29, Fort Meade, MD - Today, GEN Keith B. Alexander, USA, Director, National Security Agency/Chief, Central Security Service, paid special tribute to SGT Andrew J. Creighton, USA; SSG Michael W. Hosey, USA; SGT Christopher L. Muniz, USA, at a memorial ceremony held here. These service members gave their lives, "serving in silence," in the line of duty. The service was attended by family, friends, and distinguished guests. http://www.nsa.gov/public_info/press_room/2012/cryptologic_memorial_wall.shtml