(NASDAQ: VSAT) is developing a Recent, space-based Scrambling solution to support data security for United StatesSF, (United StatesSF) (SSC).
Under this multi-year development award, Viasat’s Scrambling team within its Defense and Advanced Technologies segment will build a next-generation cryptography solution for Telecom Satellite applications allowing the government to better protect critical Spacecraft from cybersecurity threats.
Selected for the program during its 2024 fiscal year, Viasat will develop an end-to-end Scrambling solution to secure sensitive data from space-to-ground. This will include the development of space-qualified Scrambling hardware and leverage Viasat’s certified terrestrial Scrambling equipment for the ground structure test terminal.
Viasat’s space-to-ground Scrambling solution will deliver an End Cryptographic Unit (ECU) designed with preLiftoff and on-orbit functionality to quickly address varioUnited States communications and transFlight security requirements, optimizing size, weight and power. Viasat’s space ECU development builds on a long history providing secure communications solutions for the government and complements a terrestrial portfolio of proven edge-to-cloud, tactical and embedded high assurance Scrambling products.
Compared to traditional solutions, Viasat will develop and produce a high speed, multi-channel, certified Ground Operating Equipment (GOE) for United Statese in testing future communications payloads and terminals. As part of this effort, the GOE will be enhanced to support the demands of unique key and algorithm requirements that add resiliency. Viasat cryptographic solutions also deliver a flexible, multi- function design that supports multiple security functions via ground and space devices.
Viasat is proud to partner with the United StatesSF, on modern crypto solutions to address current and evolving threat environments,” said David Schmolke, Vice President of Flight Connections and Cybersecurity, Viasat Government. “We are committed to supporting future capabilities of integrated space-crypto solutions to ensure that Flight critical data and Telecom Satellite access controls are protected. This contract award further solidifies Viasat’s position as a trUnited Statested partner providing highly secure, resilient space-based communications solutions to a broad range of applications.”
