CanadaBuys #20162094

Specialized Cybersecurity Services for the Cyber Defense Center (COCD)

The Government of Canada, via the Ministère de l'Éducation, is seeking specialized cybersecurity services to enhance the Cyber Defense Center (COCD) and its network, supporting over 146 organizations. - Government Buyer: - Ministère de l'Éducation (Ministry of Education), Government of Canada - Cyber Defense Center (COCD) - Services Requested: - Continuous threat monitoring - Incident management and response - Vulnerability identification - Strengthening of security controls - Optimization and automation of COCD processes - Maintaining high vigilance and rapid response capabilities - Scope: - Coverage for more than 146 organizations - Contract Details: - Duration: 24 months, with an option for an additional 12 months - Open competitive bidding - Governed by trade agreements (WTO GPA, CFTA, CETA) - Unique Requirements: - No specific OEMs or vendors named - Focus on qualified resources and advanced cybersecurity expertise - Emphasis on process automation and rapid incident response

Description

This solicitation seeks specialized cybersecurity services to support the activities of the Cyber Defense Center (COCD) as the first line of defense for the Ministry of Education and its network for a period of 24 months with an option for 12 additional months. The contract involves providing qualified resources to ensure continuous threat monitoring, incident management, vulnerability identification, and strengthening security controls across more than 146 organizations. The services are essential to optimize and automate COCD processes, ensure rapid and appropriate response, and maintain a high level of vigilance.

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