Cyber requirements coming to Better Buying Power

Frank Kendall says next version of Better Buying Power guidance will address cybersecurity risks of weapons systems.

Weapons programs and weapons manufacturers need to boost their cybersecurity, the Pentagon’s top buyer told the Reuters news agency.

Speaking after a speech at the American Society of Naval Engineers, Frank Kendall said he planned to added cybersecurity to the next phase of the Better Buying Power initiave.

A special section on cybersecurity will be added to the Pentagon guidance document.