COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, November 19, 2024 — The Space Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Space ISAC) is thrilled to announce that 21Software has officially joined its community of space-focused security leaders. This new membership underscores Space ISAC’s commitment to enhancing security resilience and collaboration across the space industry and brings together unique expertise to address critical security challenges in the space economy.
With an experienced team composed of industry veterans from SATCOM, MILSATCOM, ISR, SIGINT, national security, and space launch domains, 21Software brings extensive knowledge and leadership gained from decades of involvement in notable government, military, and commercial programs worldwide. Their team’s deep-rooted experience in these areas allows them to offer unique insights and support to the Space ISAC community, driving collective innovation and knowledge sharing within the space and security landscape.
“Our mission is to foster collaboration and advance security across the space sector, and 21Software is a perfect fit for our growing community,” said Erin Miller, Executive Director of Space ISAC. “With their expertise in software lifecycle development and secure software solutions, 21Software will significantly contribute to our goals of fortifying space security and supporting the growth of a robust, secure space economy.”
21SoftWare’s membership in the Information Sharing and Analysis Center (ISAC), marks a key step in their mission to enhance cybersecurity across the space industry. With a dedicated focus on securing space assets, 21SoftWare brings a suite of advanced cybersecurity products designed to protect satellite and space infrastructure against evolving threats.
“Joining ISAC is a pivotal moment for us,” said Rob Spicer, CEO of 21SoftWare. “This partnership enables us to collaborate closely with industry leaders, share vital threat intelligence, and deploy cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions uniquely tailored for space systems. Our commitment is to ensure the highest level of resilience in satellite communications and data integrity, fortifying space infrastructure against emerging risks.”
21SoftWare’s product suite is engineered specifically for the needs of satellite operators, offering solutions for threat detection, risk management, and incident response in space environments. As we engage with ISAC, our goal is to contribute expertise in satellite cybersecurity and drive innovation to protect critical assets within the space ecosystem.
Furthermore, at 21SoftWare, they recognize the critical importance of proactive collaboration in safeguarding satellite communications and data integrity. Joining Space ISAC allows them to work alongside industry leaders to share insights and advance cybersecurity solutions for space-based assets. 21Software is committed to contributing their expertise in cybersecurity software development to strengthen the resilience of satellite systems against evolving threats, ensuring a safer space infrastructure for all.
As Space ISAC and 21Software embark on this collaborative journey, both organizations aim to harness their collective expertise to drive sector innovation, address emerging security challenges, and cultivate the space economy’s growth. This collaboration represents a key milestone in advancing the frameworks that will secure the future of the global space industry.
BACKGROUND
Space Information Sharing and Analysis Center (ISAC) is a 501(c)(6) organization that serves as the all-threats security information source for the public and private space sector. Founded in 2019, Space ISAC became an official member of the National Council of ISACs in 2020. The Space ISAC Watch Center achieved initial operational capability in March 2023.
Space ISAC is located at the Kevin W O’Neil Cybersecurity Research and Education Building at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. The Space ISAC serves to facilitate collaboration across the global space industry to enhance our ability to prepare for and respond to vulnerabilities, incidents, and threats; to disseminate timely and actionable information among member entities; and to serve as the primary communications channel for the sector with respect to this information. After opening the Watch Center in 2023, member services include support for response, mitigation, and resilience initiatives, while breaking down communication silos of public-private information sharing.
Space ISAC founding members include: Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH), MITRE, SES, Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), Northrop Grumman (NYSE: NOC), Purdue University, the Space Dynamics Laboratory, the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, The Aerospace Corporation, the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, Microsoft, L3Harris, Deloitte and Capella Space.
Space ISAC establishes partnerships with government agencies for facilitating collaboration to protect the security of the global space industry. Space ISAC government partners include: Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Command, US Space Force, Department of State, Federal Bureau-Investigation, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Japan Ministry of the Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Centre National D’Etudes Spatiales (CNES), United Kingdom Space Agency (UKSA), Israel Space Agency, the Greek Ministry of Digital Governance, the Department of Commerce, the National Cyber Director, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), IC Commercial Space Council, and National Space Council.
