Second Front Cadre Report: September 2024 Edition

The Highlights

• Second Front Systems Raises $70 Million in Series C Funding Led by Salesforce Ventures
• Onebrief Achieves IL5 Accreditation, Expanding to NIPR For Broader Operational Use
• DevSecOps Insights with Second Front CISO, Matt Conner
• Strengthening America through Software
• The Second Front Team is Growing!

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Second Front Systems Raises $70 Million in Series C Funding Led by Salesforce Ventures

We’re thrilled to announce our $70m Series C funding, led by Salesforce Ventures. ??

A huge thank you to Salesforce and all of our new & existing investors for believing in and advancing our mission: Battery Ventures New Enterprise Associates (NEA) Moore Capital Management ARTIS Ventures!

This funding will further advance our mission of bridging the gap between commercial technologies and U.S. and allied governments to power software for the free world.

Read the Press Release, here.

Read Tyler Sweatt 's Announcement, here.

Celebrate with us, here.

Onebrief Achieves IL5 Accreditation, Expanding to NIPR For Broader Operational Use

We're thrilled to celebrate Onebrief 's latest milestone — achieving IL5 accreditation and launching on NIPR! This advancement opens up incredible opportunities for military and government staff to manage Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) with enhanced speed and security. ?????

Big Congrats to the Onebrief Team!???

Read the Press Release, here.

DevSecOps Insights with 2F CISO, Matt Conner

Matt Conner , CISO at Second Front Systems sits down with FedGov.News to share some valuable insights on mastering DevSecOps in federal agencies. From snagging top talent to leveraging trusted partnerships and modern tools, Matt discusses how to streamline operations and enhance security.

Listen to the full interview ??

Strengthening America through Software

How do we bring cutting-edge technology into the realm of national security faster?

@Tyler Sweat, CEO of Second Front Systems, recently sat down with New Enterprise Associates (NEA) Partner Aaron Jacobson for a candid interview to tackle this question. Their conversation explores the daunting barriers and significant potential of updating government tech systems.

Discover Tyler’s insights on transforming these challenges into opportunities for innovation through Second Front’s Game Warden DevSecOps platform.

Read the full interview, here.

The Second Front Team is Growing! ??

We're excited to share some fantastic additions and updates to our team!

???Josh Bosquez joins Second Front as our new CTO. With his extensive expertise in technology and cybersecurity, Josh is set to drive the expansion of our product suite and manage increasingly complex applications across national security.

???Enrique Oti, former Second Front CTO, has transitioned to the role of Chief Strategy Officer. Enrique’s visionary strategy has been a cornerstone of our growth. In his new role, he will continue to strategically drive our impact further, focusing on both commercial and public sector markets, including spearheading our initiatives in the UK.

???Jason R... Weiss joins the team as CTO-Public Sector to drive pivotal technical and mission-focused engagement with key public sector stakeholders in US and allied nations.

???Ryan Clewis steps in as our VP of Engineering, armed with a track record of transforming engineering processes and leading teams to deliver cutting-edge tech solutions.And you could be next!

We are hiring for a handful of roles across Growth, Operations, and Product - to apply, click the link here.

Not Your Typical Military or Government Podcast

All Quiet on the Second Front blends the very best (and the worst) of government gravitas with technical expertise. During each episode, Tyler Sweatt and a guest cut through the noise and the bureaucratic BS surrounding all things defense tech, national security, and government markets.

Check out the latest episodes:

??? Episode 67: A Unified Front: AI, Security, and Policy Integration in Defense with Bryan Lane

??? Episode 68:?TSA’s Shift to Next-Gen Tech with Daniel McCoy

??? Episode 69:?Government Acquisitions with Jonathan Mostowski

??? Episode 70:?Securing Startups with People in Mind with Jeremy Vaughan

??? Episode 71:?AI and Decision Science with Dr. Courtney Crosby

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Events

This last month, our team attended Fed Supernova, Tribe:UNITY, and AFA’s Air Space Cyber and had a great time connecting with you all.

As the global landscape of US national security and defense continues to evolve, staying ahead of the curve requires engaging with the latest insights, technologies, and strategic discussions.

For professionals in the field, attending key events is crucial for networking, learning, and contributing to the dialogue on national security, so this upcoming month, we’ll be at the following events and encourage you to attend! If you’re attending, make sure to say hi - we love to see people in-person!

• RAF Counter-Intelligence and Security Conference, hosted by Chief Disruptor , is an opportunity to understand and influence the RAF’s approach to securing and protecting systems, personnel and cyberspace. Hear from key experts from the Cyber, Counter-Intelligence and Security community from Defence alongside leading industry professionals. This will be a significant networking event with opportunities for companies to meet RAF experts, debate challenges and share lessons and best practices. October 9, London, UK.
• Webinar: Unlocking the Future of DoD Software Delivery: Game Warden and AWS in Focus In this joint webinar with Carahsoft , Amazon Web Services (AWS) , and Second Front, attendees will learn about the unique and complex challenges of DoD software delivery and walk away with a clear understanding of how to streamline the ATO process with AWS and Game Warden. October 9, Virtual.
• AUSA, hosted by the Association of the United States Army - AUSA , is the largest land power exposition and professional development forum in North America. Taking place over three days, the Annual Meeting is designed to deliver the Army’s message by highlighting the capabilities of organizations and presenting a wide range of industry products and services. AUSA accomplishes this task throughout the entire event by providing informative and relevant presentations on the State-of-the-Army, panel discussions and seminars on pertinent military and national security subjects, and a variety of valuable networking events available to all that attend. October 14-16, Washington, DC.
• Google Public Sector Summit, hosted by 谷歌 , is an opportunity to hear how agency and industry experts are approaching the widening intersection of AI and security. You'll hear from top leaders about where they're concentrating their AI efforts and gain important perspectives on how AI is being put to work in the public sector. Registration is complimentary. October 15-16, Washington, DC.
• DoDIIS, hosted by the Defense Intelligence Agency , has served as the premier IT conference showcasing cutting-edge technologies and?forging partnerships to address the most pressing national security challenges for the past 20 years. Experience an exciting lineup of distinguished speakers, collaborate with trusted partners, and learn about ground-breaking technical solutions to support the warfighter. The DoDIIS Conference is an immersive in-person event designed to launch partnerships and solutions for mission advantage. October 27-30, Omaha, NE.

Explore more events, here.

In Recent News

FedRAMP has a permanent director for the first time in 3 years

Pete Waterman has been named the new director of FedRAMP. ?? With a solid foundation in cloud technologies and public service, Waterman's leadership is expected to enhance FedRAMP’s agile and security frameworks significantly.

At Second Front Systems, we know there is a long road ahead but are enthusiastic about the strides being made to streamline the FedRAMP authorization process, and hope to see more efficient and secure collaborations in future government technology projects.

Read the full announcement, here.

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