ANNAPOLIS, Md. and ANAHEIM, Calif., Aug.
19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- TeleCommunication
Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS), a world leader in highly
reliable and secure mobile communication technology, today
introduced ESP™ Cyber Solutions for Public Safety, a security and
protection portfolio developed by TCS' team of cyber intelligence
and public safety technology experts to meet the specific needs of
public safety organizations and the best practices of the
industry's NG-SEC security guidelines. TCS is both a major
contractor for cybersecurity training of defense and military
personnel, and a leader in wireless, VoIP and next generation
9-1-1(NG9-1-1) technology.
News Facts:
- IP-Based Public Safety Infrastructure: As public safety
answering points (PSAPs) transition to NG9-1-1, they move from the
trusted and hardened telephony to the more open, IP-based
infrastructure. New mechanisms for securing this critical
infrastructure are needed to ensure network security and
uninterrupted availability.
- Cyber Attacks Target PSAPs: According to the Department
of Homeland Security, multiple jurisdictions report the increasing
possibility of attacks targeting public sector IT systems. Dozens
of attacks have targeted administrative PSAP lines, tying up
systems from receiving legitimate calls. Similar attacks have
occurred against police, ambulance and hospital
communications.
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Working Groups:
The FCC has established three working groups within the
Communications, Security, Reliability and Interoperability Council
(CSRIC) to specifically investigate cybersecurity issues and their
impact on the nation's public safety and telecommunications
infrastructure.
- APCO Whitepaper: The Association of Public-Safety
Communications Officials (APCO) issued a security whitepaper
outlining the cyber threat and the risk the nation faces if
protective actions are not taken.
- TCS' Cybersecurity for Public Safety: With more than
6,000 PSAPs and approximately 65,000 first responder agencies
(police, fire, emergency medical services), there is a growing need
for a comprehensive cybersecurity solution to protect this
interconnected public-safety infrastructure. The ESP™ Cyber
Solutions for Public Safety portfolio applies elite cybersecurity
expertise to safeguard critical public safety assets using
structured, multi-faceted services and training:
- Assess: Identify vulnerabilities exploitable by
potential adversaries and recommend countermeasures and corrective
actions in order to prevent attacks before they happen.
- Protect: Implement protective actions, such as policies,
session border controllers, intrusion detection, prevention systems
and virus/adware/malware scanners to provide an effective ongoing
defense against attacks.
- Validate: Provide vulnerability assessments, penetration
testing and red teaming to effectively measure the organization's
security posture.
- Monitor: Provide an ongoing, subscription-style service
that monitors the application, system and overall organization to
identify new and emerging threats and to formulate recommendations
for continuous improvement in security posture.
- Train: Provide multi-level training for leaders, IT
professionals and end users on policies and best practices to
ensure a complete, defensive cybersecurity stance.
- APCO 2013 attendees can learn more about ESP™ Cyber Solutions
and other TCS public safety offerings by visiting booth #1625,
August 18–21 in Anaheim,
California.
ESP™ Cyber Solutions for Public Safety draws from TCS' expertise
in secure communication technology for wireless carriers and the
military, as well as the company's leadership in public safety. TCS
developed and deployed the first U.S. wireless E9-1-1 solution in
1998 and today supports half of all U.S. wireless E9-1-1 calls. TCS
is recognized as the leading NG9-1-1 company, based on emergency
services IP network deployments [ABI Research].
From vulnerability assessment, software engineering and
information assurance, to enterprise architecture and cyber
malicious activity, TCS' Cyber Intelligence Group helps harden
high-value entities, systems and networks against cyber threats.
TCS provides focused training in the fields of penetration testing,
forensics-defense strategies, vulnerability analysis and ethical
hacking. TCS brings together many of the brightest minds in
cybersecurity as a forum for research, collaboration and offering
best–in-class technologies to protect critical networks.
Supporting Quote:
- TCS Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Drew Morin said: "As public
safety organizations advance legacy 9-1-1 systems to NG9-1-1, the
need for cybersecurity has never been more critical. Today's
technology environment demands a proactive approach to the rising
number of threats targeting IT infrastructures of all types. Public
safety IT professionals are now realizing that it's no longer a
question of if their network will become the next victim of a cyber
attack, but when. Given the rapid and continuous evolution of
threats, TCS has expanded its offering of cybersecurity solutions
to address the specific needs of public safety organizations
offering protection to those who protect us."
About TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.
TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS) is a world
leader in highly reliable and secure mobile communication
technology. TCS infrastructure forms the foundation for market
leading solutions in E9-1-1, text messaging, commercial location
and deployable wireless communications. TCS is at the forefront of
new mobile cloud computing services providing wireless applications
for navigation, hyper-local search, asset tracking, social
applications and telematics. Millions of consumers around the world
use TCS wireless apps as a fundamental part of their daily lives.
Government agencies utilize TCS' cyber security expertise,
professional services, and highly secure deployable satellite
solutions for mission-critical communications. Headquartered in
Annapolis, MD, TCS maintains
technical, service and sales offices around the world. To learn
more about emerging and innovative wireless technologies, visit
www.telecomsys.com.
Except for the historical information contained herein, this
news release contains forward-looking statements as defined within
Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section
21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These
statements are subject to risks and uncertainties and are based
upon TCS' current expectations and assumptions that if incorrect
would cause actual results to differ materially from those
anticipated. Risks include those detailed from time to time in the
Company's SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-K for the
year ended December 31, 2012, and on
Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June
30, 2013.
Existing and prospective investors are cautioned not to place
undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak
only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to
update or revise the information in this press release, whether as
a result of new information, future events or circumstances, or
otherwise.
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