Thales and Trusted Computer Solutions showcase innovative technology for simultaneous access to security networks
16 November 2009
Thales Australia and Trusted Computer Solutions, Inc (TCS) are pleased to announce that Thales has been recognised as an official Technology Alliance Partner by TCS.
Thales is also a Certified Implementation Partner for Secure Office Trusted Thin Client (SOTTC) – the technology behind Thales's innovative Cross Domain Solution (CDS).
The CDS supports government and military organisations that require access to external and internal networks at different security levels.
Thales is the first systems integrator officially certified to implement the SOTTC solution, and has already certified several of its engineers.
With the CDS, users have simultaneous access to different security networks at different security classification levels, all through one computer terminal.
This represents a significant advantage over traditional systems, where separate terminals have been required to access different security networks – one terminal for Secret, another for Restricted, and so on.
"Our CDS solution delivers real and immediate benefits to government agencies and users," said Ian Irving, Vice President in charge of Thales's Land & Joint Systems activities in Australia.
"The real breakthrough lies in its simplicity for users. The CDS's simple and easy to navigate desktop enables quick and simultaneous access to secure networks and the applications users need to do their jobs effectively.
"There is also an immediate saving through the reduction of the number of computer terminals required, decreasing hardware, maintenance, power consumption and infrastructure costs for a lower cost of ownership."
The CDS is a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) product that works using thin client technology and is compatible with existing operating systems such as Microsoft Windows and UNIX. Each security network is securely separated from the others by the CDS operating system layer, which enforces a strong protection security policy that prevents cross-domain contamination.
About Trusted Computer Solutions, Inc
Founded in 1994, Trusted Computer Solutions (TCS) is an industry leader in providing cross domain and cyber security solutions for both the private and public sectors. The Company's portfolio of security products include the SecureOffice® Suite, a group of cross domain solutions that allow the secure transfer and sharing of information; Security Blanket™, an industry award-winning operating system lock down and security management tool; and CounterStorm™, a behavioral, statistical and content-based anomaly detection system that rapidly identifies targeted and zero day attacks.
All TCS solutions are backed by the company's Professional Services group, which consists of nationally recognized experts in security policy, architecture, planning, and implementation. TCS is headquartered in Herndon, Va., with offices in Champaign, Ill. and San Antonio, TX. For more information, visit www.TrustedCS.com.
About Thales
Thales is a global technology leader for the Aerospace and Space, Defence, Security and Transportation markets. In 2008, the company generated revenues of 12.7 billion euros (equivalent of AUD 22.1 billion) with 68,000 employees in 50 countries. With its 25,000 engineers and researchers, Thales has a unique capability to design, develop and deploy equipment, systems and services that meet the most complex security requirements. Thales has an exceptional international footprint, with operations around the world working with customers as local partners.
Thales Australia is a trusted partner of the Australian Defence Force and is also present in commercial sectors ranging from air traffic management to security systems and services. Employing around 3,500 people in over 35 sites across the country, Thales Australia recorded revenues of more than AUD1 billion in 2008.
Press contacts
Julian Elliott
Thales Australia
+61 (0)2 9562 3716
+61 (0)401 134 415
julian.elliott@thalesgroup.com.au
Fabienne Issot Sergent
Thales, Land & Joint Systems
+33 (0)1 41 30 48 20
+33 (0)6 79 28 27 32
fabienne.issot-sergent@fr.thalesgroup.com
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