[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 59 (Monday, April 26, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E656]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RICHARD C. SCHAEFFER, JR.

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                     HON. C.A. DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 26, 2010

  Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Madam Speaker, I rise before you today to honor 
Mr. Richard Schaeffer, Jr., for a distinguished 40-year career with the 
Federal Government.
  A graduate from Catholic University of America, Schaeffer holds a 
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. His participation 
in the Intelligence Fellows Program, National Senior Cryptologic 
Course, and Executive Development Seminar provided a sound base for his 
future achievements.
  As one of the National Security Agency's (NSA) highest ranking senior 
leaders, the Information Assurance Director, Schaeffer is responsible 
for the availability of products, services, technology and standards 
for protecting our nation's critical information systems from 
adversaries in cyberspace. Prior to holding the position of one of the 
nation's leading defenders against cyber attacks, Schaeffer was Chief 
of the National Security Operations Center, which manages the U.S. 
Cryptological System, serving as the command-and-control center for 
crisis response. His other major assignments have included Information 
Assurance Deputy Director, NSA Deputy Chief of Staff, and Director, 
Infrastructure and Information Assurance. Prior to his work with NSA, 
Schaeffer served in the United States Marine Corps, including two tours 
in Vietnam.
  For his renowned work with the Federal Government, Schaeffer earned 
numerous awards including Armed Forces Communications and Electronic 
Association Meritorious Service Award; the Presidential Rank Award; 
Secretary of Defense Medal for Meritorious Civilian Service; and 
Secretary of Defense Productivity Excellence Award, among many others.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that you join with me today to honor Mr. Richard 
Schaeffer, Jr., and his illustrious career with the Federal Government. 
His leadership and loyalty has protected this nation for over 40 years. 
His dedication to the United States is highly commendable.

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