b'in the EITaaS model, to gain better network visibility and enforce any security compliance required. Implementing EITaaS can also extend the wireline network into the mobility realm, which would support edge computing capabilities for war fighting operations. How do you think 5G technology will increase the possibilities forand positive outcomes ofcollaboration?Rita Marty: The goal is to build resilient networks and embed security into the design from inception. One of the industry forums that is gaining momentum in this initiative is the O-RAN ALLIANCE (Open Radio Access Network). AT&T is collaborating with many providers in the industry to deliver innovation not only in the core network, but also at the edge of the network, even the radio access network. We are looking for ways to disaggregate the radio access network to use open interfaces and network concepts. This would provide insight into the radio access network and therefore enable improved security, better security control and more visibility of the traffic through the edge of the network. As we migrate to cloud architecture, including private and public cloud, encryption and DDoS protections, we remained focused on defense in depth and layers of controls. We are embedding security measures from end to endfrom strong identity access management platforms to monitoring and analytics, from scanning code and network interfaces to vulnerability management and cloud security. Thats the principle of our core network, as well as the 5G distributed model. The same platforms and capability can power all of this.John Dillard:5G open radio access network, or O-RAN, will be the key to integrating operations and implementing the DODs vision of all domain command and control, to eliminate seams and connect the sensors on the edge into the network of networks. A multi-tiered security foundation will be critical to their global infrastructure, as we continue to build out this network at large.What particular role do you think the private sector has in supporting the governments 5G goals, and how can advanced solutions help agencies within the DOD mobilize their missions and modernize agency operations?Rita Marty: The private sector is innovating at speed, investing heavily in building an infrastructure on a global scale. Partnerships with commercial providers would give the DOD access to state-of-the-art technologies at a lower cost than building their own network of networks. With AT&Ts global footprint in more than 225 countries, the DOD could take advantage of our vast resources, instead of attempting to duplicate the innovation that already exists. The DOD can also benefit from the layers of security controls embedded in our network and our extensive operational and security models. Government Business Council Securing the Nations Network | Page 14'