DESCRIPTION/FUNCTION

The Programmable Embeddable Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Product (PEIP), is a cryptographic core designated E-HLU. The E-HLU is a multichannel, reprogrammable, cryptographic processing unit that will support multiple (up to 10) algorithm applications and future evolution and deployment of new cryptographic algorithms. PEIP will support multiple algorithms by associating keying material with algorithms in a channel. The PEIP may be combined with custom input/output (I/O) modules to address the unique interface requirements of various applications. The PEIP will be able to download and store several algorithms, allowing it to switch between algorithms during operation. The PEIP will perform cryptographic functions such as encryption, decryption, key stream generation, authentication, security self-tests, and key management functions. The E-HLU must be hosted on a VME interface card providing application-specific input/output modules that address the unique interface requirements of various applications.

Phase 1 PEIP development will replace KG-38 clock start (CS) units to satisfy Submarine Low Frequency/Very Low Frequency (LF/VLF) Versa Module Eurocard (VME) Bus Receiver (SLVR) requirements. The KG-38 CS is a digital key generator used to provide security in point-to-point and broadcast communications systems. These units are a source of pseudorandom key bits used to provide encryption/decryption, bandspreading, and debandspreading of LF/VLF communication links. The combination E-HLU with SLVR interface nomenclatured is the KOV-17.

Phase 1 PEIP development will be receive-only, reprogrammable, and software-based cryptography. Phase 2 PEIP will include transmit capability. Phase 3 will include benign fill and benign key generation. All phases will support software downloads of new cryptographic algorithms and allow up to 10 algorithms to be configured per unit.

CHARACTERISTICS

National Security Agency has determined that this product contains an embedded product that is Year 2000 compliant; NSA memo of 12 Jun 98 applies.

Size: PEIP is a single mezzanine board installed on a 6U form factor VME board and mounted in a host chassis containing other VME boards performing host system functions.

Physical Characteristics

Equipment	Height (in)	Width (in)	Depth (in)	Weight (lb)	Data Rate
PEIP	10.31	0.79	6.79	8	algorithm dependent

Key Storage:   32 keys per algorithm, with possible 10 algorithms per unit

LIFE CYCLE SUPPORT

• Primary Inventory Control Activity (PICA): To be determined
  
• In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA): SPAWARSYSCEN Charleston (See Points of Contact below)

LIFE CYCLE DOCUMENTATION

• Implementation Plan: NRL, Dec 96 (Draft)
• Navy Training SystemsPlan (NTSP): Not required, Part of the Host System NTSP
• Technical Manuals (TMs): Not required, Part of the Host System TM
• User's Logistics Support Summary (ULSS): Not required, Part of the Host System ULSS
• Computer Resources Life Cycle Management Plan (CRLCMP): Not required, Part of the Host System CRLCMP
• Integrated Logistics Support Plan (ILSP): SPAWARSYSCEN Charleston, Mar 98, (Draft)

REPAIR

• Contact Director COMSEC Material Systems (DCMS) in accordance with CMS 5A "The policies and Procedures for issuing accounting, handling, safeguarding, and disposing of COMSEC Communications Security Manual" article 410 for repair/disposition instructions.

Crypto Repair Facility (CRF)

East Coast:  Contact CRF - Norfolk Naval Shipyard

         Commercial (757) 396-5395/6

         DSN 961-5395/6

West Coast: Contact CRF - Naval Station San Diego

         Commercial (619) 556-6175/8, 1886

         DSN 526-6175/8, 1886

POINTS OF CONTACT

SPAWARSYSCEN Charleston Acquisition: Code 752KS

Commercial Telephone (843) 218-4471

Defense Switched Network (DSN) 588-4471

Navy Information Systems Security (INFOSEC)
Technical Assistance Center 1 (800) 304-4636

SPAWARSYSCOM Cryptographic Data Systems Manager: PMW 161-3C

Commercial Telephone (619) 524-7886

Defense Switched Network (DSN) 524-7886

ACQUISITION CATEGORY/AUTHORITY

Non-ACAT

CONTRACT INFORMATION