Major update on commitment to the defense industrial base

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency is discontinuing its Cogswell Award as part of a broader shift to concentrate on mission-critical priorities, the agency said in a statement.

“To meet the demands of an evolving national security landscape, DCSA is focusing our resources on mission-critical priorities. This requires a strategic realignment to ensure every effort directly contributes to strengthening our national security,” the agency said.

“As part of this necessary shift, we are discontinuing the Cogswell Award. We deeply respect the award’s legacy and honor all the past recipients who set the standard for security excellence,” the statement continued.

The agency said the change is intended to bolster core functions and industry support. “This refocus will allow us to invest more deeply in core security capabilities, enhance oversight, and deliver more targeted support to cleared industry partners. While the award program is ending, our commitment to fostering superior security practices is stronger than ever.”

The Cogswell Award has long recognized excellence in industrial security across the cleared defense industry.

“We are dedicated to our partnership with industry as we navigate emerging challenges together,” DCSA said.