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HCI is a professional High-technology consulting firm operating from its Headquarters in Washington D.C. and branch office in Houston Texas. HCI’s mission is to provide cost-effective IT solutions to clients through the teamwork of highly trained, experienced and dedicated professional staff. We develop and implement sustainable local solutions to IT, Computer/Information Security, e-commerce, e-government, e-finance, e-education and other economic challenges facing communities by linking governments, NGOs, and various foundations with the global expertise private and public sector partners worldwide. We believe IT and other high technologies and policies, as sound as they may be, are only as effective as the institutions and people in charge of implementing them. We place a premium on bringing people and ideas together to develop sound HighTech programs, and on building national and local capabilities to implement such programs. We partner with people who share the same enthusiasm for the global market. We provide the right level of platform to bring the entrepreneurial spirit to meet international professionalism.

We have accumulated a wealth of experience from our past performance and projects with clients both from federal government agencies, local government agencies and commercial sectors. HCI is a multi-disciplinary firm comprised of highly trained experts individuals from key IT solutions and project management disciplines, including world-class computer and internet engineers, physical scientists and engineers, GIS and remote sensing specialists, geologists, information technology specialists, and environmental technicians . HCI adheres to the highest professional standards to achieve results. Our clients rely on our worldwide experience and in-house expertise. Clients benefit from HCI’s access to innovative U.S. technologies and research. To complement our home office staff, we rely strategically on consultants to provide specialized skills for short and long-term assignments.

HCI designed and implemented solutions to different IT and telecommunication problems. Our expertise covers project management and consultation services, Information Management System, Computer Security, Information Security, Remote Sensing, Online Testing System, Data Management System, Web Page Development, Professional GIS map production and GIS network analysis. HCI’s consultants have in-depth experience in broad technical areas.

HCI is a professional high-technology consulting firm operating from its headquarters in Washington D.C. and branch office in Houston, Texas. HCI’s mission is to provide cost-effective IT solutions to clients through the teamwork of a highly trained, experienced and dedicated professional staff. HCI develops and implements sustainable local solutions to IT, e-commerce, e-government, e-finance, e-education and other economic challenges that communities face by linking governments, NGOs, and various foundations with the global expertise that includes private and public sector partners worldwide. Our qualifications in each of the required disciplines are provided below.

Application development & management

HCI has been a subcontractor to SAIC for two of its major NASA contracts at Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) as well as its contract with the Ministry of Defense. Under these subcontracts, HCI is involved in application development and management for the following projects:

NASA/GSFC OCEAN COLOR AND NASA SEASONAL-TO-INTERANNUAL PREDICTION PROJECT (NSIPP) PROGRAMS

The purpose of this contract is to provide performance based support to GSFC’s Ocean Color research programs and flight projects (OCP), and the NASA Seasonal-to-Interannual Prediction Project (NSIPP). These programs are central to the NASA Earth Science Strategic Enterprise and are key components of the GSFC Laboratory for Hydro-spheric Processes (Code 970). The ocean color program and NSIPP germinated from within the Oceans and Ice Branch (Code 971) and are led by research staff formally trained in oceanography. Although the ocean color program is heavily oriented towards remote sensing observations, and the NSIPP is strongly oriented towards modeling the physical environment (oceans, atmosphere, and land) and data assimilation, there are many parallels and connections between the two programs.

The primary objectives of the OCP are to: (1) produce global data sets of oceanic bio-optical properties, (2) examine marine ecosystems, and (3) investigate the linkages between physical, chemical and biological oceanic processes. The primary objectives of NSIPP are to: (1) produce global estimates of land, oceanic, and atmospheric physical properties (e.g., circulation patterns and temperature fields), and (2) develop predictive capabilities for seasonal-to-interannual climate variability. It is anticipated that eventually, products will be routinely exchanged between the two programs.

Both projects have similar requirements for application development, computer system administration, project management support and education outreach activities, which in many cases, can be coordinated for better efficiency and cost effectiveness. HCI has a senior staff member supporting the OCP program for developing applications for data analysis and management.

Under a separate task order, HCI provides a senior research scientist for the Robotic Lunar Observatory (ROLO) Project Support. The primary assignments include:

Development of a user’s guide containing a detailed description of the ROLO lunar irradiance model. A complete description of the operation of the model including the procedures and data formats used to ingest ROLO model data and satellite instrument irradiances, the procedures used to generate model-predicted integrated lunar irradiances, and the comparison of modeled and satellite instrument-measured results.

Assisting the instrument and spacecraft teams of SeaWiFS, MODIS, and other EOS satellite instruments operating in the visible through near infrared wavelength region (i.e. 400 = to 2500 nm) in planning lunar observations and will provide guidance to instrument teams on the reduction of their acquired lunar data and the generation of specific lunar data processing formats.

Calculating predicted integrated lunar irradiances using the lunar irradiance model at USGS/Flagstaff for SeaWiFS, MODIS and other EOS visible/near infrared/shortwave infrared lunar-viewing satellite instruments. HCI staff compares the predictions of the irradiance model and the actual measured satellite instrument irradiances, and further analyzes the results of these comparisons.

Making presentations describing the lunar calibration project, associated data analyses techniques, and results showing the comparison of model and satellite instrument measurements at two scientific meetings.

NASA/GSFC DATA ASSIMILATION OFFICE (DAO) APPLICATIONS SUPPORT

The mission of the DAO is to advance the state of the art of atmospheric data assimilation and to use the assimilated data in a wide variety of earth system problems. This project supports the DAO mission by providing a full spectrum of scientific, computational, and engineering expertise. The support services to DAO involve the continued development and validation of an atmospheric data assimilation system that uses data from the NASA Earth Observation System aboard the Terra and Aqua satellite platforms, as well as conventional data sources. The system currently in operation includes a global grid-point GCM and a physical based statistical analysis system (PSAS). Output from this system is continuously made available to the scientific community

Concurrently, this project is supporting DAO's development of a new advanced Finite-volume Data Assimilation System (FvDAS) that will take advantage of leading-edge data analysis technology, as well as greatly improved computational efficiency. This system will use advanced coding techniques, such as message passing interface (MPI), in order to satisfy performance requirements associated with the enormous increases in data volumes received from the new instruments.

HCI supports SAIC and NASA Laboratory for Atmospheres through the services of senior scientist, Dr. Joseph Otterman. Dr. Otterman supports the production of Variational Analysis Method (VAM) assimilated SSM/I products and provide data to interested investigators. Dr. Otterman maintains a first look product using the National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP) 1-degree by 1-degree analyses in near real time (within four days). He also maintains a late look product, using the European Center for Extended-range Weather Forecasting (ECMWF) 1 deg. x 1 deg. analyses, as well as a NCEP re-analysis product, and makes them available through the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) Distributed Active Archive Center. Dr. Otterman publicizes significant applications in climate variability or trends of the SSM/I products, stressing the capability of trajectory tracking.

SEARCH AND RESCUE MISSION PLANNER

The effort is for the support in the development of an Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) interactive mission planner that will include: a GUI map display, plan editor, route planner, threats and 3-D visualizer. HCI provided software application development support services in addition to services for Chinese language translation and Program Management Office (PMO) support in the area of Customer Relations and Program Reviews. Specific tasks requiring support are listed below:

Task 1 Chinese Language Interface Translation

Providing support services for Chinese language translation of the Mission Planner graphical user interface (GUI) menus and text labels. The graphical user interface will use traditional Chinese language menus and field labels. Data entry is limited to numeric values in Arabic. HCI provided the corresponding Chinese translations including required Chinese characters with its corresponding UNICODE value.

Task 2 Chinese GUI Implementation/Software Programming Support

Providing GUI software developer that is knowledgeable in both the necessary Chinese and English dialects. Support will be utilized to implement the Chinese language GUI and to work as an integrated team member on other mission planner software components at the direction of SAIC’s chief project engineer.

Task 3 Defense Domain Expertise/Customer Requirements Analysis

Providing personnel for domain expertise for specific analysis of the requirements for UAV mission planning in the needs of the Ministry of Defense. Also provides customer interfacing support to include attendance at Program Reviews.
In addition to our subcontracts to SAIC, HCI has provided applications development projects for a number of non government customers. Selected project experiences are provided below.

ON-LINE TESTING SYSTEM (OTS)

HCI designed and developed an on-line testing system as a part of the Web-based training management system for Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL). OTS is a Client/Server and Web Based Application that includes 3 modules: Questions Enter, Quiz and Tester Maintenance, and Online Testing. This application is designed using Microsoft Visual Basic and SQL Server as Client/Sever Application for all 3 modules. The On-line Testing module is also designed with ASP as a Web Based Application. The server site pages are coded with JSP, Java Servelet and EJB for Web Based online testing.

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE IMPLEMENTATION CENTER

HCI provided Oracle Application Development Consulting Services to Implementation Center under a contract with ITI. HCI completed fifteen Oracle Form 3.0 screens and reports for Census specific requirements, converted and enhanced the application of purchase request and purchase order of core financial system from Oracle Form 3.0 to Oracle Forms 4.5.
HCI also combined and merged the DOCExpress system designed by Rel-Tek and the version customized by DOC Implementation Center into one final version, including merging both screens functions and database discrepancies.

Web and Internet services

HCI is an Internet Service Provider (ISP) that provides commercial Web applications hosting services to private organizations. Our services also include the setup of Internet gateways and firewalls that grant Internet access to office computers while blocking ports to prevent hackers from accessing and damaging important data, as well as the installation and maintenance of DNS, DHCP, Web, FTP, and Email servers. HCI is currently under contract to provide Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL) with hosting of its Advanced Learning Platform (ALP) system for its Web-based Training Center as well as provide ATL website design, development and maintenance services. HCI also provides similar services to International Technology Inc. (ITI) and the City of Rockville Center of Business Development.

Web content development & management

HCI developed and maintained a website for the Rockville city Business Development Center. The web site, created through the use of ASP, Access database and HTML is complete with maps and store directories, and allows consumers the opportunity to browse all shopping centers within the business district.

HCI also constructed and maintained the home pages of the Department of English as a Second Language for the Montgomery County Public Schools, Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL) and International Technology Inc. (ITI). The tools used for the construction of these sites includes Flash, JavaScript and standard HTML

Lastly, HCI is currently working with the Maryland Small Business Development Center Network to design a website portal for there over 25,000 client database. The website will provide MDSBDC clients with email addresses, procurement bid matching programs, government and resource links, online business training courses, and e-commerce opportunities. HCI will develop and manage the site utilizing Flash, JavaScript and standard HTML programs.

IT security

HCI’s Cisco internet working team successfully designed, tested, and implemented a Cisco-based remote access infrastructure for the USDA Forest Service. NAS (Network Access Service) supported by HCI provided the USDA Forest Service users with the capability to dial into USDA Forest Services networking from remote office or home office with PSTN analog lines. HCI provided the following services under this project:

Designed and planned deployment of Remote Access Server for USDA, Forest Service with Cisco 3600 platform.

Integrated, configured, and tested Cisco NAS (Network Access Server) solution. Integrated Cisco ACS with Nortel PBX to provide dialup network access to remote users.
Integrated NAS with Cisco Secure ACS (Access Control Server) to provide AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) service to USDA Forest Service users.
Provided needed documentation and training for USDA Forest Service personnel.

HCI’s senior consultants have extensive experience in IT Security. Our staff has designed, implemented, and supported internetworking infrastructure projects to numerous organizations, agencies and corporations nationwide. The infrastructure includes:

Telecommunication services: frame-relay, T1, T3, OC3, ISDN PRI, BRI, PSTN, ATM, DSL or Cable services.
Cisco networking Technology: Cisco backbone router 7200, 3600 routers, 5400 Access Servers, Cisco access routers 2600, 1700, Cisco core switch 6500, enterprise switch 4600, access switch 3550, 2950, etc.
Cisco routing technology: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, RIP, ISIS.
Enterprise Network Management with Ciscoworks, HP Openview, Visual Network, Solarwinds

HCI staff has also designed, implemented, and supported the security establishment for nationwide internetworking infrastructures and desktop platforms including:

Hardware-based VPN, 3DES, PKI encryption devices for securing WAN lines.
Encryptor for T1 frame, T3 Frame networks, T1 network.
Enterprise VPN technology for client-based VPN users. Cisco VPN 3060, 3005 concentrators,
Sisco IOS-based Site to Site VPN for secure connection via internet or telecommunication.
Service provider’s network. IPSEC, IPSEC over GRE, 3DES. Provide secure communication.
Wireless network via 3DES IPSEC encryption.
Secure Remote Access by Cisco and Microsoft technologies.
Firewall systems, by Cisco or Checkpoint, to provide secure internet, intranet, extranet.
Communications: Traffic filtering, Intrusion Detection and prevention, security auditing.
Security Management: AAA servers by Cisco and Microsoft, security scanning and auditing.

Additionally, HCI designs, implements, and supports security platforms for desktops (servers and workstations) that include:

Microsoft Windows 2000, 2003 AD security
Web server and database security
Cisco, Symentec personal firewall for Microsoft workstations.
Microsoft VPN, AAA, Certificate, e-mail security technologies.
TrendMicro, Symentec virus protection system for the enterprise. (Servers, E-Mail systems, workstations)

Lastly, HCI senior staff recently designed, implemented, and supported nationwide VOIP deployment by deploying Cisco IP phone and AVVID solutions via Enterprise routed network to increase productivity, efficiency, and cut telecommunication cost.

Desktop management

HCI staffs design, implement, and support desktop workstations based on enterprise IT and networking infrastructure as well as design, install and test client software and applications, make ghost images for client workstations. Our staffs also have extensive experience in the design and implement of Microsoft System Management server to nationwide, enterprise-wide desktop management for software and hardware inventory, software and service patch distribution, remote control.

HCI consultants have participated in the implementation of Nationwide Cisco IP/Telephony for building ip-phone network via routed LAN/WAN infrastructure. Cisco routing technologies applied include: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, RIP, ISIS.

Network management

HCI staffs have designed, implemented, and supported the nationwide internetworking infrastructure to support offices in many locations. The infrastructure contains:

Telecommunication services: frame-relay, T1, T3, OC3, ISDN PRI, BRI, PSTN, ATM, DSL or Cable services. Cisco networking Technology: Cisco 12000 internet routers / switches, backbone router 7200, 3600 routers, 5400 Access Servers, Cisco access routers 4500, 2600, 1700, Cisco core switch 6500, enterprise switch 4600, access switch 3550, 2950, ATM switch LS 1010, etc.
Our staffs also have extensive experience in Enterprise Network Management with Ciscoworks, HP Openview, Visual Network, Solarwinds for telecommunication circuit, and LAN/ WAN monitoring, configuration, and trouble shooting.

Server management

HCI staffs design, implement and support multi-domain Windows NT, 2000, 2003 nationwide infrastructure across LAN and WAN links, as well as Microsoft AD structure, load-balance and failover cluster servers, file, print, database, web, Exchange, remote access, commerce, web collaboration solutions.

HCI staffs also design, implement, and support special-purpose UNIX (AIX, Solaris, and Linux) workstations. Our staffs have extensive experience with
NetIQ Management solution for server, as well as the identity management, diagnostics and recovery, server monitoring, and problem reporting and analysis.