TiER1 wins military research contract to prevent insider cyber threats

Covington-based TiER1 Performance Solutions won a $750,000 research contract from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to develop a training system to detect and prevent insider cyber security threats. Insider cyber security threats are considered one of the highest threats to U.S government and business data security. TiER1, founded in 2002, is a provider of end-to-end online learning and knowledge management solutions. Other clients include FedEx, Fidelity Investments, Kraft, Wendy’s and Procter and Gamble. “Our solution will provide a comprehensive training delivery platform that employs serious games and instructional support features for supervisors to practice skills in cyber threat detection,” said Terence Andre, Principal Consultant for TiER1. The Phase II funding Small Business Innovative Research award is a first for the company, and a growth area for TiER1. “Winning this highly competitive award provides a strategic entry into the fast growing field of Cyber Security, and positions TiER1 as a leader in training solutions required to combat these threats to our national security,” said Normand G. Desmarais, TiER1’s Co-Founder and Chairman. Writer: Feoshia HendersonSource: TiER1 Performance Solutions