http://www.govinfosecurity.com/cybersecurity-seen-as-dod-priority-under-carter-a-7634 By Eric Chabrow Gov Info Security December 3, 2014 Ashton Carter is a Ph.D. physicist and an expert in nuclear weaponry and procurement, but the likely defense secretary nominee understands that cyberdefense must be a priority in running the Pentagon. “Cybersecurity won’t get lost,” says Jane Holl Lute, who as deputy secretary of the Department of Homeland Security worked closely with Carter when he was Defense Department deputy secretary. “He understands the importance of the issues, the need for collaborative action. He understands the role defense has, and homeland security, that lies at the heart of effective cybersecurity.” Carter served as deputy defense secretary from October 2011 to December 2013. Before becoming deputy secretary, Carter served as DoD undersecretary for acquisition, technology and logistics from April 2009 to October 2011. Those who have worked with and know Carter say he will utilize his vast knowledge of the workings of the Pentagon if he’s confirmed as defense secretary, succeeding Chuck Hagel, who is stepping down. […]