Software Engineering Institute

Always focused on the future, the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) advances software as a strategic advantage for national security. We lead research and direct transition of software engineering, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence technologies at the intersection of academia, industry, and government. We serve the nation as a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and are based at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), a global research university annually rated among the best for its programs in computer science and engineering.

The 2023 SEI Year in Review highlights the work of the institute undertaken during the fiscal year spanning October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2023.

Contents

• A Message from the Director and Chief Executive Officer
• Execution Strategy
• News Briefs
• National Security Demands Rigor, Not Rush, for Generative AI
• CISA Adapts Innovative SEI Approach to Transform Vulnerability Management Landscape
• CMU Collaborations Enhance Outcomes for U.S. Government
• Reducing the Risk of UEFI’s Hidden Security Challenges
• SEI Open Source: From Research to Community
• Workshop Identifies Critical Needs for U.S. Leadership in Software Engineering, AI Engineering
• Bringing Zero Trust Practices to Army Tactical Networks
• SEI Support for Long Range Standoff Program Spurs New Engagements
• Assuring Trustworthiness of AI for Warfighters
• Pathfinding Project Explores Large Language Models for the Intelligence Mission
• Supporting the Human and Technical Elements of Responsible AI for National Defense
• Extending SysML V2 with AADL Concepts to Support Engineering and Certification of Safety-Critical Systems
• Professional Organization Participation Boosts SEI Staff and Mission
• Leadership
• Key Publications
• 2023 Featured Research Teams