IAUK - The Government's Information Assurance Exchange

Symantec solutions help keep critical information secure, available, and compliant - and help keep public sector organisations up and running, no matter what happens. Meeting the challenges of serving the public and protecting vital resources, public sector organisations need a trusted partner with vast IT experience. As a worldwide leader in information security and storage management, Symantec provides the cost-effective technical solutions and the consulting expertise needed to protect infrastructure, information and interactions across complex IT systems. By delivering an integrated approach to information and systems management, Symantec helps organisations create a trusted IT environment; one that is free from security breaches, complies with regulations and is available and high performing at every level.

Effective IA is critical to the sustainability and credibility of any enterprise – for Government, data compromise carries severe penalties; a high financial impact, constrained business effectiveness and damage to public perception.

As threats evolve and public awareness of the implications of loss of sensitive information increases, IA is increasingly important. Such a collective requirement creates a powerful argument for change under the spotlight of Public Sector Reform.

Thales UK Ltd, with British Telecommunications plc and Fujitsu, offer the UK Government a consortium with global reach and a deep understanding of the UK IA domain infrastructure, technologies and stakeholders.

Thales - www.thalesgroup.com

BT - www.globalservices.bt.com

Fujitsu - http://www.fujitsu.com/global 

Detica specialises in collecting, managing and exploiting information to reveal actionable intelligence.  We use this capability to help government and commercial clients reveal intelligence, maintain security and strengthen resilience in today’s complex operating environment.  By combining technological innovation with in-depth industry knowledge, we have developed a range of world-class solutions centred on our expertise in intelligence, security and resilience.  This is backed up with over thirty years’ experience of developing solutions to some of the most complex security problems.  We deliver projects of significant scale across government and commercial markets in the UK, US and continental Europe.

At Lockheed Martin, we don’t just understand cyber security. We live it. We’ve brought together the right team, the right processes, and the right technologies to provide our government customers with mission resilient systems that are always available. And we’re leading the way with technology innovation by applying proactive services to ensure mission resilience. Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., Lockheed Martin is a global security company that employs about 146,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. The corporation reported 2008 sales of $42.7 billion.

Research In Motion Limited (RIM) is a market leader in the area of information assurance and is committed to independent, third party approvals and certifications of the BlackBerry® security architecture and functionality.  BlackBerry® Enterprise Solution has been approved for storing and transmitting sensitive data by numerous organisations, including the CESG for data at classifications up to RESTRICTED, the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) for data at classifications up to NATO RESTRICTED, the international Common Criteria, and the governments of the United States, Canada, Austria, and Australia and New Zealand.

Logica has grown from British roots to become a leading European IT and business service company, employing 40,000 people.  We are a trusted security partner for Public and Private sector clients across Europe and deliver a complete service based on our 40 years experience.    Our consultancy services have ensured 100’s of clients manage their security risk effectively and are compliant with regulations.  Our systems integration teams have designed security into some of Europe’s largest programmes and through our extensive outsourcing capabilities we run managed security services for clients.  In the UK , Logica works extensively across UK Government.

Harris Corporation is at the forefront of next-generation, high-grade programmable encryption technology for the UK. Offering CESG-certified technology developed for the UK MOD , Harris is delivering full UK sovereign cryptographic modernisation solutions, including embeddable modules (Core Cryptographic Module), as well as stand-alone, link, IP and network encryptors (BID/2370) – enabling voice, legacy link and IP network data transmissions secured to the highest levels of protective marking and supporting UK national caveats. Similarly, Harris’ SecNet54 product family provides portable, modular and high-grade IP network encryption.

Cisco enables people to make powerful connections-whether in business, education, philanthropy, or creativity. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create the Internet solutions that make networks possible-providing easy access to information anywhere, at any time. Since the company's inception and until today its tradition of innovation continues with industry-leading products and solutions in the company's core development areas of routing and switching, as well as in advanced technologies such as DC, Telepresence, Virtualisation, etc.

Delivery of the National Information Assurance (IA) strategy requires IA to be an integral part of business. BT helps customers achieve that. BT, Thales and Fujitsu, have jointly formed a unique IA-spectrum delivery capability. Our values and customer relationships result in a team that understands the past, delivers the present and brings a strong future vision. The team is founded on principles of partnering, with each other, our supply chain, our customers and our users.

Serco is a nationally recognised leader in secure public sector, technology-enabled systems and services.  We provide CLAS led consultancy and services on all aspects of information and security and assurance throughout the business lifecycle.  We design, build, accredit, manage and monitor some of the UK’s most sensitive networks.  We have over forty years experience in meeting the needs of defence, intelligence, police and central government agencies. 

Guided by a singular vision - "The Network is the Computer", Sun Microsystems develops the most innovative products and services that power the network economy.

Sun delivers superior Information Assurance for mission critical government applications and infrastructures. Sun has systematically integrated confidentiality, integrity and availability protections throughout its product and service portfolio, supporting Information Assurance objectives, including User Accountability, Data and Systems Integrity, Policy Monitoring and Enforcement, Data Availability, Retention and Disposition and Privacy and Auditability. Sun Systems are Secure by Design.

SBL offers our public sector clients a complete IT solution. We offer hardware, software, training and services, and have renowned expertise in Information Assurance. We supply through a number of frameworks, including the ICS Catalogue, ESPO, CHEST and ACPO. With numerous vendor accreditations we can provide advice on solutions that best match your requirements.

L-3 TRL’s Information Assurance developments remain at the forefront of many sensitive and highly classified Government networks. The CATAPAN range of High Grade Encryption solutions continue to surpass customer expectations and can satisfy even the most stringent requirements for TOP SECRET encryption. We have enjoyed long-standing relationships with many Government agencies, providing real-time effective assistance in this critical area.

'BAE Systems is the premier global defence, security and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. With approximately 105,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems' sales exceeded £18.5 billion (US $34.4 billion) in 2008.'

EADS Defence & Security is the UK Systems House, offering integrated systems, services and products to the new challenges confronting Government, Emergency Services and Homeland Security. As a Lead Systems Integrator our expertise in Information Assurance provides end to end solutions and includes the prime design and supply of TOP SECRET and below cryptographic systems

NCC Group is a leading global provider of independent IT assurance, security and consultancy services. As a trusted advisor, we help over 15,000 public, private and not for profit sector organisations, including 94 of the FTSE 100, to make the most efficient use of information and technology and to manage the associated risks.

Portcullis is an independent, mature and financially stable IT Security Company. We are well known in the marketplace for Penetration Testing and Forensic Services. The work that we have conducted for our clients has earned us an excellent reputation - something we have worked on relentlessly since 1992 when the company was formed.

IBM Internet Security Systems (ISS) provides you with an integrated platform of flexible and pre-emptive information security solutions that span assessment and discovery, defence, monitoring and reporting analytics.  From stand-alone solutions, to centrally-managed security systems, to outsourced security management, our protection platform is designed to offer comprehensive end-to-end coverage of your IT infrastructure.

QinetiQ is a leading international defence and security technology company. The QinetiQ Group delivers innovative technology solutions and support services to governmental organisations including the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD), UK national intelligence and security agencies, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and other US intelligence and security agencies.

SELEX Communications is a leading provider of integrated communications solutions and services for the protection of communities, organisations and the critical national infrastructure.  As a founder member of both the CLAS and CHECK schemes, SELEX maintains a position at the forefront of Information Assurance thinking and service provision.

Thomson Reuters Custom Web Solutions are the UK’s most experienced government website content team.  As providers of content services and directory services for the Businesslink and DirectGov websites we have the experience necessary to help clients harness the e-channel for improved service delivery and to meet the standards and objectives of these government supersites.

Acuity provides software solutions and services in risk management, compliance and security performance management.  Our STREAM Integrated Risk Manager solution is used by Government clients to manage compliance and certification of their ISMS, monitor compliance with the Security Policy Framework and other Government standards and report status against the Information Assurance Maturity Model.

Ultra Electronics is a wholly owned UK company with over 60 years in the IA market. We have significant expertise and experience in the design, development and manufacture of secure communication systems including high grade encryption products, information sharing and secure collaborative working environments.

RSA, The Security Division of EMC, is the premier provider of security solutions for business acceleration.
As the chosen security partner of more than 90% of the Fortune 500, we help the world’s leading organizations succeed by solving their most complex and sensitive security challenges.
With RSA, customers are confident their information assets are protected, and free to realize new business possibilities.

AEP Networks offers enhanced-grade secure voice and multi-service data platforms supporting a wide range of protocols/network topologies. Our high assurance CAPS IL4 IPSec VPN encryptors provide site-to-site security and remote access, FIPS 140-2 Level 4 HSMs for key management and CCTM certification for secure remote access to network and applications.

Clearswift Specialist Products are a leading provider of security critical solutions to HMG, UK MoD and NATO. EAL4 products, Bastion™ and DeepSecure™ provide an electronic “air-gap” between networks with different security levels, offering fully secure policy-based data sharing based on Sender and Recipient with support for encryption, security labelling and auditing.

Barron McCann Technology’s Information Security solutions and services include X-Kryptor, a dynamic VPN product range offering Government-approved, high level security facilities and Secure Data Services, providing a complete solution to the secure management and destruction of optical, magnetic and printed data up to and including HM Government Top Secret (IL6).

Becrypt offers a comprehensive range of data security products to protect data on laptops, desktops, and removable media like CDs/DVDs using encryption and strong authentication.  Award-winning Becrypt Trusted Client provides a secure remote working device for use on un-managed computers.  Many of Becrypt’s products are CESG approved.

Red Island Consulting are global leaders in the provision of Information Security Solutions. We assist our Public Sector client base benchmark against all Information initiatives including; The Security Policy Framework, ISO27001, DPA, PCI DSS and NHS Information Governance. We offer no-obligation Health Checks to all of these standards free of charge.

ArcSight (NASDAQ:ARST) is a global leader in compliance and security management solutions that enable enterprises and government agencies to comply with policy, safeguard assets and processes and control risk.  Businesses rely on ArcSight to rapidly identify, prioritise and respond to compliance violations, policy breaches, cybersecurity attacks and insider threats.

Context Information Security, founded in 1998, is an independent, product-agnostic security consultancy which counts numerous UK Government organisations and some of the world's most successful blue-chip companies among its clients. Context is a CESG – CHECK (Green) Service provider and founder member of CREST with offices in London, Cheltenham & Dusseldorf.

Thales is an established world leader in cryptographic security products and solutions for both defence and civil applications. As a UK sovereign supplier, Thales has an unrivalled track record in developing CAPS-certified cryptographic products based on commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) technology. Visit our stand for a preview of our latest products.

Buying Solutions is the national procurement partner for UK public services, enabling customers to improve value for money and efficiency. We are an Executive Agency of the Office of Government Commerce in the Treasury.
We have extensive expertise in procurement, with over 500,000 products and services delivered through more than 600 suppliers in Professional Services, Property & Office Solutions, Energy, Travel, ICT and eCommerce.