TDI developed software to automatically assess Viasat’s satellite hardware’s cyber posture & implement all associated security fixes.

TDI was commissioned by Viasat to assess some of the satellite hardware Viasat developed and how it complies with the Department of Defense (DoD) Secure Technology Implementation Guides (STIG). The effort consisted of performing a security assessment of a satellite modem communication devices based on Viasat’s proprietary technology. TDI was faced with assessing and working with technology of proprietary nature but was able to analyze and deliver the assessment results as required by the client in rapid fashion. As a result of the assessment, TDI was commissioned to implement all the security remediations the assessment identified. Given the automated environment the device was scheduled to operate in, the security remediations were also required to be performed in automated fashion. TDI developed the necessary software to implement all the remediations.

TDI implemented the remediation software within schedule and under budget. The software implements not only remediations of unknown vulnerabilities but also performs proactive security and guards the system against potential future vulnerabilities. As a result of the effort, the benefits to Viasat included:

  • Full compliance of satellite hardware with DoD STIG
  • Automated tool for implementing security remediations against DoD STIG
  • Improved security posture of satellite hardware by implementation of proactive security measures

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“TDI’s approach to Managed Cybersecurity Performance (MCP) has been a game changer for us. We now have added visibility and insight to better understand risk and the ROI (return on investment) we’re receiving from our other security provider. Our security program continues to mature and we’re able to maintain continuous compliance. MCP gives me one less thing to worry about and frankly makes my job easier.””
Johnny Yang
Director Information Security & Compliance
“TDI always provides top notch personnel that meet or exceed the requirements of the contract. Their deliverables, reports, and technical aptitude are bar none. We will continue to hire TDI … they always come through for us and our end customers.”
Emilio Gonzalez
Joint Strike Fighter Program Manager
“[TDI Employee] You are the Man !! Thanks so much for the quick turn around.”
W.A. Harrison
USAJOBS Program Office Deputy Program Director
“The most appealing part of the engagement was the development of the 10-year strategic security plan for our mutual client. The quality of the thinking and input into the deliverables was exceptional.”
Bruce Gnatowski
Director Verizon Global Services
“On behalf of MCSC, PdM TFITS, Manpower Team, I would like to express our appreciation for the excellence in leadership & teamwork demonstrated by [TDI Staff] over the past 18 months. Her role as a lead IA professional was carried out in a manner above and beyond expectations.”
Beverly Walker
USMC Manpower Branch Manager
“Highly skilled and knows their work. . . exceptional at task preparation & reduced time to perform tasks by 90%. TDI brings quality & care to the table. Lots of companies have good people, but TDI employees really care about the work they do & the collective customers we support.”
Deron Burba
Smithsonian CIO
“TDI and its staff provided high quality testing engagements followed up by concise easy to understand reports. They clearly showed adherence to tasks schedule and offer adequate frequency of client/customer interaction resulting in a very satisfied customer.”
Carla Little-Kopach
Chief, DARPA SSO BPA
“TDI has proven an invaluable asset to the mission of the CTO…have strengthened the overall IA posture of the DEA Enterprise…and continues to further innovate and provide solutions that help sharpen the overriding information technology goals and mission of the Office of the CTO.”
Mark Shafernich
CTO, DEA

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