Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Cybersecurity and Engineering Solutions for Defense
Founded in 2003 by former Navy officer Jon Dien, AUSGAR Technologies is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in San Diego, California. With additional locations in Norfolk, Charleston, Colorado Springs, and Dayton, we specialize in delivering cybersecurity, systems engineering, and unmanned systems solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense. Our team of certified experts has developed over 1,000 approved cybersecurity accreditation packages for the Navy, demonstrating our commitment to rapid, secure, and innovative technical solutions. We hold the prestigious CompTIA Security Trustmark+ certification, reflecting our adherence to the highest standards of information security.Our work supports all military services through cybersecurity engineering, technology assessment, and integration of command-and-control systems. Our leadership team combines decades of defense sector experience with a collaborative culture that prioritizes mission success and warfighter support. We maintain specialized expertise in Risk Management Framework compliance, network engineering, and unmanned systems cybersecurity integration.
Services
Cybersecurity
Systems Engineering
Technology Assessment
Technical Design
Technology Integration
Unmanned Systems Engineering
Experimentation
Network Engineering
Security Assessments
RMF Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Certified, highly technical team with extensive DoD experience
- Over 1,000 cybersecurity accreditation packages approved by the Navy
- Rapid approval times for secure technical solutions
- Service-disabled veteran-owned company with nationwide presence
- End-to-end cybersecurity integration for unmanned systems
Associations and certifications
- CompTIA Security Trustmark+
What people say
Top professional teams
Get the job done right
Critical capabilities fielded fast
Technical expertise
Mission success
Services
Cybersecurity
Our cybersecurity experts provide end-to-end security solutions including system hardening, network design, and continuous monitoring. We specialize in Risk Management Framework compliance, security assessments, and rapid approval processes for Department of Defense systems. Our team holds CompTIA Security Trustmark+ certification and has secured over 1,000 Navy cybersecurity packages.
Unmanned Systems Engineering
We deliver comprehensive engineering for unmanned platforms including cybersecurity integration, data protection, and RMF compliance. Our expertise spans from underwater drones to surface vessels, providing secure solutions for classified and unclassified operations while addressing size, weight, and power constraints.
Experimentation
Our team conducts fleet experimentation to validate new technologies in operational environments. We support the Navy's SBIR program through technology assessment, demonstration planning, and transition to operational use, with expertise in spectrum management and cyber integration.
Network Engineering
We design and implement secure network architectures for military applications including mobile communications, satellite systems, and command-and-control networks. Our engineers optimize performance while maintaining strict security requirements for both shore and shipboard environments.
Security Assessments
Our certified professionals conduct comprehensive security evaluations including penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and Risk Management Framework compliance. We serve as trusted validators for Navy systems and maintain expertise in DISA STIGs and NIST 800-53 standards.
People
Jon Dien
President/Founder
A former Navy officer with over 20 years of defense sector experience, Jon Dien founded AUSGAR Technologies in 2003. He leads the company's strategic direction while maintaining deep involvement in major defense contracts.
Eric Lofgren
Chief Financial Officer
Eric Lofgren oversees all financial operations at AUSGAR, bringing extensive experience in corporate finance and contract management. He has managed complex financial portfolios for defense contractors since joining in 2013.
Caterina Cat Brott
Technical Director
With over 20 years in cybersecurity, Caterina Brott leads information assurance programs for multiple DoD services. She serves as CANES cybersecurity test lead and holds Navy Qualified Validator credentials.
Jim Cuff
Senior Advisor
Jim Cuff drives business process improvements and growth initiatives at AUSGAR. He previously held leadership roles in defense contracting and focuses on enhancing employee engagement and operational efficiency.
Freddie Baker
Cybersecurity Program Manager
Dr. Freddie Baker manages cybersecurity programs at AUSGAR with expertise in RMF compliance. A Level III Navy Qualified Validator since 2013, he specializes in security engineering for defense systems.
Questions
What defense sectors does AUSGAR support?
We support all military services with cybersecurity, engineering, and unmanned systems solutions for the Department of Defense.
How does AUSGAR ensure cybersecurity compliance?
We maintain CompTIA Security Trustmark+ certification and specialize in Risk Management Framework compliance for DoD systems.
What engineering services do you offer?
Our engineering services include network design, C4ISR systems integration, and unmanned platform development with cybersecurity integration.
How experienced is your team?
Our team includes certified professionals with decades of combined defense sector experience and Navy Qualified Validator credentials.
What locations do you operate from?
We operate from San Diego (HQ), Norfolk, Charleston, Colorado Springs, and Dayton with nationwide defense contractor capabilities.
