Logica signs exclusive framework contract for Galileo programme’s security
Logica, one of Europe’s leading IT and business services companies, today announces that it has been awarded a framework contract by the GNSS Supervisory Authority (GSA) for the provision of security for the Galileo programme. The announcement is the latest in a stream of space security contracts awarded to Logica. With over €40 million in security contracts for Galileo alone, and further work being delivered on GMES, EGNOS and Skynet 5, Logica has one of the world’s largest teams of experts in space security.
The framework contract will run for up to four years and will enable the GSA to procure specialist support for the analysis and definition of security aspects related to Galileo with a shortened procurement cycle. It was awarded after a strict competitive tender and positions Logica as the preferred supplier for Galileo security.
The contract will initially see Logica deliver support in defining guidelines and rules for the management of Galileo services in the countries eligible to participate in Galileo. Logica will also be responsible for the definition of technical requirements for security related activities, and for defining an Information Security Management System within the GSA, to be compliant with ISO/IEC 27001.
Other support work within the scope of the framework contract includes:
- Definition of a Galileo security policy including identification of applicable international standards
- Support drafting security agreements with non European countries
- Threats and Vulnerabilities analysis and Risk Assessment of system assets and services
- Legal expertise and analysis of the security rules at national and EU levels
- Analysis and definition of guidelines for setting up and EU GNSS export control policy
Olivier Crop, Head of Security Department at the GSA said: “Galileo will be a state-of-the-art satellite navigation system which should help address many of today’s challenges. We are confident that Logica can help us ensure that the security arrangements are consistent with Galileo’s critical status.”
Stuart Martin, Director of Logica’s Space business commented: “Logica has a reputation as a trusted partner for space security through our work in defining security standards for the world’s space agencies and programmes, and our footprint on the major European space programmes. We are committed to the successful delivery of the Galileo programme and have the skills of one of the largest and most innovative security practices in Europe to help assure the services it will provide.”
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About GSA
Given the strategic nature of European satellite positioning and navigation programmes (which include Galileo and EGNOS), the European GNSS Supervisory Authority - a European Community Agency - was established in 2004 to be the regulatory authority for the European GNSS Programmes, while laying the foundations for a fully sustainable and economically viable system.
The GSA will:
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Ensure the security accreditation of the system and the operation of the Galileo security centre;
- Contribute to the preparation of the commercialisation of the systems with a view to a smooth functioning, seamless service provision and high market penetration;
- Accomplish other tasks entrusted to it by the Commission, in particular the promotion of applications and services and ensuring the certification of the components of the systems.
www.gsa.europa.eu
About Logica
Logica is a leading IT and business services company, employing 39,000 people across 36 countries. It provides business consulting, systems integration, and IT and business process outsourcing services. Logica works closely with its customers to release their potential - enabling change that increases their efficiency, accelerates growth and manages risk. It applies its deep industry knowledge, technical excellence and global delivery expertise to help its customers build leadership positions in their markets. Logica is listed on both the London Stock Exchange and Euronext (Amsterdam) (LSE: LOG; Euronext: LOG). More information is available at www.logica.com.
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