# ICF Advances Army Tactical Networks

ICF has secured a **$25 million** subcontract from Parsons Corporation awarded in July 2026 to provide cybersecurity technology and research and development services to the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory (DEVCOM ARL). This five-year contract focuses on advancing secure tactical networks through the integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and network science. The work supports the Army's efforts to enhance battlefield communications and cybersecurity resilience, leveraging ICF's CMMC Level 2 certification and expertise in defense technology.

- The contract is geographically centered around Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, a key site for Army research and development
- Procurement professionals should note the emphasis on AI and cybersecurity technologies as critical capabilities for future Army tactical network modernization
- Contractors with expertise in AI-driven cybersecurity and network science may find increased opportunities in similar Army R&D initiatives
- The subcontract highlights the importance of prime-subcontractor relationships in large defense procurements, with Parsons Corporation as prime and ICF as subcontractor

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence
**Published:** September 24, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory (DEVCOM ARL)

### Vendors
- ICF (subcontractor)
- Parsons Corporation (prime contractor)

### Key Quotes
> Mission success depends on staying ahead of rapidly evolving threats and quickly moving from research to real-world application.
> — Jennifer Welham, Senior Vice President, ICF

### Sources
- [ICF wins $25 million contract to advance Army tactical networks](https://scanx.trade/stock-market-news/companies/icf-wins-25-million-contract-to-advance-army-tactical-networks/46218881) - scanx.trade