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The SEI: The Leader in Software Engineering and Cybersecurity

At the SEI, we research complex software engineering, cybersecurity, and AI engineering problems; create and test innovative technologies; and transition maturing solutions into practice. We have been working with the Department of Defense, government agencies, and private industry since 1984 to help meet mission goals and gain strategic advantage.

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Latest Publications

You Can’t Wait for ROI to Justify Model-Based Design and Analysis for Cyber Physical Systems’ Embedded Computing Resources

You Can’t Wait for ROI to Justify Model-Based Design and Analysis for Cyber Physical Systems’ Embedded Computing Resources

June 01, 2023 • White Paper
Alfred SchenkerJerome Hugues

This paper proposes an alternative approach to ROI for justifying the cost of building architectural models of embedded computing resources for cyber-physical systems.

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Securing UEFI: An Underpinning Technology for Computing

Securing UEFI: An Underpinning Technology for Computing

May 30, 2023 • White Paper
Vijay S. Sarvepalli

This paper highlights the technical efforts to secure the UEFI-based firmware that serves as a foundational piece of modern computing environments.

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Using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to Assure a DevSecOps Pipeline is Sufficiently Secure

Using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to Assure a DevSecOps Pipeline is Sufficiently Secure

May 23, 2023 • Technical Report
Timothy A. ChickScott PavettiNataliya Shevchenko

This report describes how analysts can use a model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approach to detect and mitigate cybersecurity risks to a DevSecOps pipeline.

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Our Work

At the Software Engineering Institute (SEI), we research complex software engineering, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence engineering problems; create and test innovative technologies; and transition maturing solutions into practice. The U.S. Department of Defense, as well as other public agencies and private businesses, can meet mission goals and gain strategic advantage by using tools, technologies, and practices developed or matured by the SEI.

News

Secure Software by Design Event Announces Agenda

Secure Software by Design Event Announces Agenda

June 2, 2023 • Article

The June 12-13, in-person event will promote an array of ways to incorporate security earlier in the software lifecycle.

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DevSecOps Days Pittsburgh 2023 Presentations Now Available

DevSecOps Days Pittsburgh 2023 Presentations Now Available

May 25, 2023 • Article

The slides, graphic recordings, and videos cover many aspects of integrating security into DevOps practices.

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Workshop Will Advance the Strategy for U.S. Leadership in Software and AI Engineering

Workshop Will Advance the Strategy for U.S. Leadership in Software and AI Engineering

May 17, 2023 • Article

The workshop will explore the fundamental research needed to support progress in these critical domains.

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Software Engineering Workshop for Educators Returns for 20th Anniversary

Software Engineering Workshop for Educators Returns for 20th Anniversary

May 2, 2023 • Article

The event will feature programming on cyber forensics, incident response, experiential learning, supporting neurodivergent students, and the workshop’s history.

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Education and Outreach

Discover our numerous training and credentialing opportunities for individual professional development. We also offer workforce development and licensing opportunities for organizations to apply best practices to their operations.

Work With Us

In addition to our work with agencies across the United States government, we partner with academic institutions and private companies to solve key technical challenges for current and future software-reliant systems. You can sponsor research and development, collaborate with us on research, and even get guidance from us to implement new methods.

Careers

Pursue your passion and work alongside world-recognized leaders in the field of software engineering. We invite you to view current employment opportunities, learn about benefits of working at the SEI, and apply for a position.

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