Global professional services provider Jacobs has been selected by the U.S. GSA Federal Systems Integration and Management Center to provide support to the Defense Department’s Cyber Crime Center.
The contract calls for modernization, design, development and delivery of specialized cyber training for the Cyber Training Academy in Linthicum Heights, Maryland. The academy provides cyber training to the Defense Criminal Investigative Organizations and provides for certification of its personnel in the areas of computer incident response and forensic examinations.
“To meet the continuously evolving cyber threats facing our nation, Jacobs will leverage our team experience and tools through leadership and innovation in developing and delivering cyber training for Department of Defense personnel,” said Aerospace, Technology and Nuclear Vice President Erik Larson.
The contract is valued at $216.6 million over a 5-year period of performance, including a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods.
The academy provides best-in-class cyber training to DOD’s cyber workforces. The scope of this effort includes program management, operations and administration, course and curriculum development, training environment and capabilities, cyber training delivery and on-demand cyber training, among other services.
“We welcome the opportunity to work with GSA Federal Systems Integration and Management Center, supporting DC3’s efforts in securing the nation and making their critical mission a success,” Larson said.