To achieve the vision for Joint All-Domain Command and Control, the services and mission partners would all benefit from a common foundation of zero trust capabilities.

It will replace an existing contract that provides connectivity between Navy and Military Sealift Command (MSC) ships and Navy designated points of presence.

While leading DISA, Norton was also a commander within US Cyber Command.

Cisco will provide software that helps keep enterprise IT in the agency up and running.

The agency seeks guidance on how to approach the purchase of software and other technology.

A new access management tool will reach all corners of the DOD by next year, a DISA official said.