Security and Intelligence Activities

The Security and Intelligence Activities program, under Program Element PE 0303028A, is a critical component of the Army's Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) budget. Its primary objective is to advance the Army's capabilities in counterintelligence (CI), human intelligence (HUMINT), and security operations. The program is managed by the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM) and supports the development and modernization of technologies that enable the Army to deter, detect, and mitigate threats to its information, networks, facilities, and personnel. The program is aligned with national-level strategies, including the National Defense Strategy and the Comprehensive National Cyber-Security Initiative, ensuring its goals support broader defense and security priorities.

A major focus within this program for FY 2024 is the modernization of counterintelligence and human intelligence capabilities. Significant congressional add funding is directed toward developing an all-source data fusion platform. The goal of this platform is to enhance HUMINT targeting, data model development, and provide both local and cloud-based instances of CI and HUMINT software. By leveraging advanced technologies, the platform aims to automate the fusion of data from multiple sources, thereby accelerating the identification of leads and targets for HUMINT, Identity Intelligence, and CI missions.

The data fusion platform congressional add specifically supports the modernization of Army intelligence capabilities. The platform is intended to integrate disparate data sources, automate analytical processes, and improve the speed and accuracy of intelligence targeting. This modernization effort is justified by the increasing complexity of the operational environment and the need for rapid, reliable intelligence to support decision-making. The platform's development will provide tools for data model creation, scalable deployment options, and advanced analytics to support both tactical and strategic intelligence operations.

Another key component of the program is support for insider threat counterintelligence and security efforts. This initiative is designed to strengthen the Army's Insider Threat Program by integrating security and counterintelligence authorities to continuously deter, detect, and mitigate insider threats. Funding supports the development of personnel security-related capabilities, including statistical risk assessment models, centralized analysis, reporting and response mechanisms, and tools for identifying and responding to potential security concerns. These capabilities are essential for maintaining the integrity of Army information systems and protecting personnel from internal threats.

The program also includes an allocation for technology innovation through small business research initiatives. This funding, transferred in accordance with Title 15 USC 638, is intended to foster the development of new technologies that can be integrated into the Army's security and intelligence activities. While the funding level is modest, it reflects the program's commitment to leveraging external innovation to enhance its mission capabilities.