WASHINGTON, DC, September 29, 2009 — Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS) is one of six companies selected by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to compete for contracts that will enhance the security of technology and networks that support the agency's critical missions, one of which is ensuring the nation's food safety. The five-year contract vehicle has a maximum value of $25 million for all the competitors and consists of one base year and four one-year options.
Harris, an international communications and information technology company, now has the opportunity to provide secure Information Technology (IT) solutions to all 29 agencies that comprise the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Potential services include security analysis and assessment, communications security support, designing secure infrastructures, network penetration testing, forensic support and others.
"The USDA is a forward-looking organization that understands today's cyber security threats and their potential impact on our nation," said John F. McClure, vice president Federal and Intel Programs, Crucial Security Programs, Harris Corporation. "USDA is committed to providing resources to effectively combat these threats and to making the department a model agency for cyber security. Harris looks forward to continuing our support of the USDA and its numerous offices and agencies, both domestically and internationally."
"This contract, which will enhance information security for one of our country's most important agencies, is an excellent example of how cyber underpins virtually every aspect of our lives," said Dale Meyerrose, vice president and general manager for the Cyberspace Solutions business at Harris Corporation. "This is why Harris is committed to being at the forefront of cyber security and why we have recently expanded our capabilities with the acquisition of Crucial Security, Inc., a premier provider of cyberspace solutions for law enforcement and intelligence agencies."
Other companies selected were Unisys, Mantech International Corp., Verizon, KLC Network Services, and Computer Sciences Corporation.
Harris is a world leading cyber provider, combining the latest in technology assessment techniques and architecture engineering expertise to define and operate secure networks supporting nationally important programs. The company supports, owns, or operates several of the nation's largest secure networks. Additionally, the company's technology countermeasures and monitoring capabilities are proactively safeguarding vital information assets that support the critical missions of U.S. military, intelligence, transportation, and law enforcement customers.
About Harris Corporation
Harris is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries. Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has approximately $5 billion of annual revenue and more than 15,000 employees — including nearly 7,000 engineers and scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured communications® products, systems, and services. Additional information about Harris Corporation is available at www.harris.com.
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Contact Information:
Sleighton Meyer
Harris Government Communications Systems
sleighton.meyer@harris.com
321-727-6514
Marc Raimondi
Harris Corporation - Washington, DC
marc.raimondi@harris.com
202-729-3732
Jim Burke
Harris Corporation
jim.burke@harris.com
321-727-9131
