@DonMeansJr

Passionate about nat’l defense, cybersecurity, network operations, mentoring & leadership dev. Fmr Naval Flight Officer. Follows/RTs/links/likes ≠ endorsement.

 Fort Meade, MD
Joined December 2021
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Don Means Jr. retweeted
@DoW_CIO
@DoW_CIO7 Aug 2023
The CWF Strategy Implementation Plan was released last week and DoD is moving out. Read the plan at: dodcio.defense.gov/Portals/0… #DoDInnovationWorkforce #StrengthThroughPeople #DoDCIO
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Hone your DoD #BlackHistoryMonth knowledge with our quiz. Post your scores in the comments and spread the knowledge. defense.gov/Multimedia/Quizz…
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#ICYMI: #DISA granted a one-year @DeptofDefense provisional authorization at impact level 4 for the @Oracle Aconex for Defense Offering. 🔗bit.ly/3J23ijw
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Looking forward to joining my #DISA colleagues at the @AFCEADC Annual January Luncheon. 📅25 January 2023 🕚1100-1330 📍Army Navy Country Club 👇Click below to register👇
AFCEA DC@AFCEADC13 Jan 2023
Just in! We are pleased to share that our very own Executive Advisory Councilmember Don Means, Jr. will be joining his DISA colleagues on a panel moderated by CMSgt (Ret.) David Klink, USAF (Former SEA at DISA). Register today: ow.ly/TgWq50Mpv1p.
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In his @GovConWire interview, Hon. John Sherman outlined the 3 pillars of the new National Defense Strategy that will help @DeptofDefense in this evolving global defense landscape: 1️⃣ Integrated deterrence 2️⃣ Campaigning 3️⃣ Working Closely with global allies
@DoW_CIO
@DoW_CIO12 Jan 2023
DoD CIO, John Sherman, discussing how DoD's digital capabilities and modernization programs support the National Defense Strategy. He also highlighted priorities such as Electromagnetic Spectrum sharing, #CloudComputing, and #ZeroTrust implementation. govconwire.com/2023/01/video…

Video Interview: DOD CIO John Sherman Talks Cloud, Zero Trust & Tech Innovation in Global Competi...

Video Interview: DOD CIO John Sherman Talks Cloud, Zero Trust & Tech Innovation

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"Our Armed Forces are stronger today because of the courage and determination of Dr. King" - Hon Gilbert Cisneros #MLKDay #MLKDay2023
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Here's another example of diplomacy and defense working hand in glove to strengthen our critical partnerships. 🇺🇸🇦🇺 defense.gov/News/News-Storie…
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I agree with @Cyber Director @CISAJen ... "we need to fundamentally change the relationship between government and industry." finance.yahoo.com/news/us-cy…
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The @USDISA Office of Small Business Programs is offering a virtual training this afternoon on @MicrosoftTeams. Great opportunity for our industry partners to gain insights about government contracts. ✅️No registration required. ✅️Link to #MicrosoftTeams below. 👇
Defense Information Systems Agency
@DoW_DISA9 Jan 2023
ATTEN: #IndustryPartners 🗣️ we've got FREE virtual training just for you! Get #Need2Know info on reading government contracts and tips for networking with industry & conference exhibitors. 📅: Tues., Jan. 10 🕑: 2 p.m. EST **No need to register** ➡️ ow.ly/H8M750MjYhK
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Congratulations, @DHADirector Maj. Gen. Telita Crosland, it's great to have you leading in this new role as the @DoD_DHA director. 🔗bit.ly/3QxoorF
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At #DODIIS22, @DoD_CIO Honorable John Sherman provided the best summary about what @USDISA does for @DeptofDefense: "critical enabler to the DOD CIO ... combat enabler for the Department of Defense in the IT area." 🇺🇸 youtu.be/ihhwGOgTGp4
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#ICYMI, @SecDef hosted #USAfricaLeadersSummit22 Peace, Security & Governance Forum w/@SecBlinken, a key engagement w/@AUC_MoussaFaki @HassanSMohamud @mohamedbazoum & others Defense, development & diplomacy are all key pieces of regional stability. 🔗bit.ly/3uZxROI
Secretaries Austin and Blinken meeting with heads of state from the continent of Africa during the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit

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Secretaries Austin and Blinken meeting with heads of state from the continent of Africa during the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit

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Secretaries Austin and Blinken meeting with heads of state from the continent of Africa during the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit

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It's that time again @DeptofDefense. Submit your innovative ideas for Dragon’s Lair 8. @USSOCOM, @CENTCOM and @18airbornecorps are hosting this year's competition 29 March in Tampa, FL. 🔗unum.nsin.us/xviii-airborne
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#ZeroTrust is a key tenant in our Thunderdome architecture. This @DeptofDefense Zero Trust Awareness Course is an important training for the total force. #CyberSecurityAwareness #CyberSecurity
@DoW_CIO
@DoW_CIO28 Dec 2022
The #ZeroTrust transformation of DoD cybersecurity is moving ahead with the release of the DoD Zero Trust Awareness Course. DoD community members can take the training at jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/pa…
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#HappyNewYear2023! Looking forward an exciting year ahead for the #DISA Operations and Infrastructure Center. We will continue to #DeliverOperateDefend for the #warfigher and our mission partners.
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2023 is here! 🎆 #HappyNewYear to all our #DoD service members, civilians, contractors and their families!

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Don Means Jr. retweeted
@DoW_CIO
@DoW_CIO19 Dec 2022
DoD CIO is happy to announce the promotion of Ms. Lily Zeleke from acting to permanent Deputy Chief Information Officer for Information Enterprise. Congratulations to one of the Department’s most innovative and dynamic leaders!
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#YearInReview2022: 1⃣ #DISA's increased engagement with industry 2⃣ $11.5B Defense Enclave Services Contract Award 3⃣ #DISAGlobal Cybersecurity Specialist Robert Freeman Afghanistan deployment 4⃣ @SignalMag DISA issue edited by @rkackerman #YearInReview #YearinPhotos
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In case you wondered what "Always Ready, Always There" stands for ...
Gen. Steven Nordhaus
@ChiefNGB25 Dec 2022
Tonight -- on Christmas Day -- National Guard members are on duty in multiple states, rescuing stranded motorists, hauling firewood & removing snow. Thank you to you & your families for helping us keep our promise to America: Always Ready, Always There. cnbc.com/2022/12/25/millions…

Frigid monster storm across U.S. claims at least 34 lives

The scope of the storm has been nearly unprecedented, stretching from the Great Lakes near Canada to the Rio Grande along the border with Mexico.

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#YearInReview2022 1⃣ @AFCEADC January Luncheon 2⃣ @ARCYBER LTG Fogarty, @USArmyNETCOM MG Barrett & @Cyber__7 CSM Jack Nichols #DISAEurope Visit 3⃣ January Snow Week 4⃣ Thunderdome Prototype Announcement
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@ARCYBER LTG Fogarty, @USArmyNETCOM MG Barrett & @Cyber__7 CSM Jack Nichols #DISAEurope Visit

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