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Integrated ICBM Support Services, LLC (i2S2) today announced it is planning to establish a presence in Utah, in preparation to support the U.S. Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center’s (AFNWC) next-generation mission for national security and strategic deterrence. i2S2 was formed exclusively to pursue the ICBM Integrated Services Contract (ISC) 2.0. It combines the resources and expertise of three industry leaders Leidos, Amentum and Apex Systems into one dedicated entity to meet ISC challenges ahead.
“We know this is a vital mission. Our strategic nuclear deterrence is the foundation for our nation’s security and sustaining global peace,” said Darrell Graddy, i2S2 President. “The i2S2 member companies bring exceptional experience, helping large, highly-technical programs sustain critical and complex operations. We’re excited about the prospect of launching this team in the Silicon Slopes area, a
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Senate confirms Hicks as DoD’s No. 2 February 8
Deputy Secretary of Defense nominee Kathleen Hicks reacts to a statement during her Senate confirmation hearing in Washington, D.C. Feb. 2, 2021. (DoD photo by EJ Hersom) WASHINGTON ― The Senate confirmed Kathleen Hicks as deputy defense secretary on Monday evening, making her the first woman to be confirmed by the Senate to the position. Hicks, who led President Joe Biden’s transition team at the Pentagon, was a deputy undersecretary of defense under the Obama administration. More recently, she led international security program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. The Senate Armed Services Committee approved Hicks on Feb. 4 and on Monday confirmed her by a voice vote.