Secure Dynamic Configuration of Real Time Networks Navy SBIR FY2006.2 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2006.2 Topic No.: N06-143 Topic Title: Secure Dynamic Configuration of Real Time Networks Proposal No.: N062-143-0059 Firm: Innovative Solutions International 1608 Spring Hill Road Suite 200 Vienna, Virginia 22182-2241 Contact: James Stevenson Phone: (703) 883-8088 Web Site: www.isicns.com Abstract: The C2 software applications that aid in managing and storing information have increased our military's effectiveness. The speed and power displayed in Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) are dramatic evidence. However, as the volume of information has increased, so has the number of delivery systems-all having different parameters, and limitations in ability to rapidly move data from one location to another. The bulk of these systems are TCP/IP-based and as such, present the opportunity to provide a solution. By optimizing data exchange protocols, and by creating an innovative, dynamically reconfigurable grouping for each user, our two-tiered concept of the Dynamic Virtual Private Network and Joined Dynamic Virtual Private Networks addresses both the interoperability problem AND the rapid reconfiguration problem. ISI's design concept for dynamically configuring and controlling communications and location networks would support the operations of such systems as Force XXI Battle Command Brigade and Below (FBCB2), the Movement Tracking System (MTS), and the Global Personnel Recovery System (GPRS). We characterize the issues involved in the concept, define a design, and demonstrate feasibility by creating and disbanding DVPNs with a simple prototype. As an Option, we create a detailed design for Phase II. Benefits: By improving the capability to gather timely feedback on the status, location, and activities of subordinate units, our DVPN/JDVPN solution allows better situational awareness for the chain of command and the warfighter, reduces fratricide, and increases operational information superiority, a key goal of Joint Vision 2020. In addition, it provides improvements for all four of the Joint Vision 2020 operational concepts: Dominant Maneuver, Precision Engagement, Focused Logistics, and Full Dimensional Protection. The end-users are the individual Services (Navy, Army, Air Force, Marines) and Joint Forces of the US DoD, Coalition Allies, and any government agency with an emergency/disaster response mission. Our successful integrated US/UK demonstration of the GPRS technology that this research seeks to advance proves there is an eager market among our allies. The DVPN/JDVPN application improves interoperability, C2, and response time. In addition, this technology has commercial applications for improving airlines efficiency in civil aviation hub operations. Return