# AttackIQ Expands AI Cyber Defense with DISA

AttackIQ has appointed Dave Mihelcic, former DISA Chief Technology Officer, as Federal Field CTO to lead the expansion of its AI-powered Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) capabilities across federal agencies, particularly within the Department of Defense. This initiative includes deploying the Enterprise Adversarial Exposure Validation (AEV) program in partnership with DISA, aiming to shift federal cybersecurity from traditional periodic assessments to a continuous, AI-driven defense model. This development signals increased federal investment in advanced AI-enabled cybersecurity solutions to counter evolving automated threats.

- The Department of Defense and DISA are key federal partners in deploying AttackIQ's AI-driven cybersecurity programs, emphasizing modernization of defense cyber operations.
- Procurement professionals should note the growing demand for AI-powered continuous monitoring and validation tools in federal cybersecurity contracts.
- Contractors specializing in adversarial simulation, AI, and cyber defense technologies may find expanded opportunities through this initiative.
- The focus on Fort Meade, Maryland, as a strategic location highlights regional hubs for cybersecurity procurement and collaboration.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Information Technology
**Topics:** Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA)
- Department of Defense (DoD)

### Vendors
- AttackIQ (prime contractor)

### Key Quotes
> Federal agencies are facing adversaries that are using automation and artificial intelligence to operate faster and at greater scale, and our defensive model must evolve accordingly.
> — Dave Mihelcic, Field Chief Technology Officer – Federal at AttackIQ

> Dave understands better than almost anyone what it takes to design, deploy, and sustain technology for the federal government’s most consequential missions.
> — Carl Wright, Chief Commercial Officer of AttackIQ

### Sources
- [AttackIQ Names Former DISA CTO Dave Mihelcic As Federal Field CTO To Lead AI-Powered Cyber Defense Expansion](https://pulse2.com/attackiq-dave-mihelcic/amp) - Pulse 2.0