Strengthening National Cyber Resilience: Beyond Compliance to Mission Assurance
Imagine a critical military operation grinding to a halt—not because of a kinetic attack, but because of a single compromised network connection. This isn't a hypothetical scenario, but a very real vulnerability in today’s increasingly digital battlefields.
Is it Possible the United States and China Are Already at War?
Emilyn Tuomala, a program analyst at Systems Planning & Analysis, recently authored an article for Disruptive By Design, a column in SIGNAL Magazine featuring disruptive technologies, issues, ideas, or insights related to national security, defense, intelligence, and homeland security.
The Evolving Landscape of Cyber Defense within the DoD
As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated, the Department of Defense (DoD) faces critical decisions about organizing and managing its cyber capabilities. Chief among those considerations is whether the DoD should establish a distinct, unified cyber force separate from existing military branches.
Navigating Change and Nuclear Policy Challenges
As the U.S. navigates unprecedented strategic challenges, bipartisan consensus on nuclear policy is more vital than ever. In this new post, SPA Fellow Tom Troyano reflects on lessons from navigating seven presidential transitions and shares insights from the Strategic Posture Commission report. The takeaway: the current nuclear modernization path, while essential, may no longer be enough. From ret
Cybersecurity Priorities: Aligning Defense Resources with Critical Missions
In the increasingly complex domain of national defense, effectively prioritizing cybersecurity resources is a critical yet challenging endeavor. With finite resources, the fundamental question facing the Department of Defense (DoD) becomes clear: What constitutes reasonable cybersecurity?
From Overconfidence to Realism: Overcoming Bias in Early Cost Forecasting
Navigating the complex landscape of program cost estimation requires confronting hidden biases that threaten budgets, timelines, and ultimately mission success. Accurate cost estimating is critical for defense programs aiming to deliver on time, within budget, and with the capabilities needed for today’s warfighter. Yet, cost estimation—especially early in the acquisition process—is often un
