The future
isn't optional.
The future
isn't optional.
The future
isn't optional.
DELIVER IT WITH
DELIVER IT WITH
SECURE
COGNITIVE
INFRASTRUCTURE
SECURE
COGNITIVE
INFRASTRUCTURE
The backbone of decision advantage.
The backbone of decision advantage.
Build for what's next.
Build for what's next.
Build for what's next.
What is Secure Cognitive Infrastructure (SCI)?
Secure Cognitive Infrastructure (SCI) is not a product. It's the infrastructure that connects people, machines, and decisions.
Secure Cognitive Infrastructure (SCI) is not a product. It's the infrastructure that connects people, machines, and decisions.
With SCI, Cornerstone builds and sustains the network that moves insight where it matters most.
With SCI, Cornerstone builds and sustains the network that moves insight where it matters most.
Why SCI Matters
The old models are broken.
Our world is changing. The old models—vertical silos, point solutions, and vendor lock-in— no longer work in contested environments. They are too slow, too rigid and too costly.
Cornerstone's adoption of SCI is our way of meeting the moment. This transformation doesn't change who we are; it refines what we build.
Our model delivers secure
readiness and resilience.
Why SCI Matters
The old models
are broken.
Our world is changing. The old models—vertical silos, point solutions, and vendor lock-in— no longer work in contested environments. They are too slow, too rigid and too costly.
Cornerstone's adoption of SCI is our way of meeting the moment. This transformation doesn't change who we are; it refines what we build.
Our model delivers secure
readiness and resilience.
Why SCI Matters
The old models
are broken.
Our world is changing. The old models—vertical silos, point solutions, and vendor lock-in— no longer work in contested environments. They are too slow, too rigid and too costly.
Cornerstone's adoption of SCI is our way of meeting the moment. This transformation doesn't change who we are; it refines what we build.
Our model delivers secure
readiness and resilience.
How We Do It
SCI is our secure cognitive pipeline.
SCI is our secure cognitive pipeline.
SCI is our secure cognitive pipeline.
It's a living system that delivers modular, open capability through one continuous loop.
It's a living system that delivers modular, open
capability through one continuous loop.
It's a living system that delivers modular, open capability through one continuous loop.
Build. Operate. Assure. Learn.
Build. Operate. Assure. Learn.
Build. Operate. Assure. Learn.
Secure Systems Engineering
Build
1
We engineer the foundation. This is where we design the architecture, ensure data integrity, and build for zero-trust before a single line of code is deployed.
Secure Systems Engineering
Operate
2
We make it operational. This is where we deploy and connect systems into live missions—from contested logistics to secure acquisitions—to turn architecture into capability.
Secure Systems Engineering
Assure
3
We keep it trusted. This is where we continuously test, monitor, and validate system performance, security, and resilience to ensure the capability is always mission-ready.
Secure Systems Engineering
Learn
4
We make it smarter. This is the continuous feedback loop, where we capture operational data and human insight to retrain models, align our teams, and refine engineering for what's next.
1
Secure Systems Engineering
Build
We engineer the foundation. This is where we design the architecture, ensure data integrity, and build for zero-trust before a single line of code is deployed.
2
Secure Operations + Integration
Operate
We make it operational. This is where we deploy and connect systems into live missions—from contested logistics to secure acquisitions—to turn architecture into capability.
3
Secure Readiness + Assurance
Assure
We keep it trusted. This is where we continuously test, monitor, and validate system performance, security, and resilience to ensure the capability is always mission-ready.
4
The Loop: Secure Learning
Learn
We make it smarter. This is the continuous feedback loop, where we capture operational data and human insight to retrain models, align our teams, and refine engineering for what's next.
Explore our full capabilities.
Our Ethos
Machines extend capacity.
Humans define intent.
Machines extend capacity.
Humans define intent.
Machines extend capacity.
Humans define intent.
SCI is more than just an architecture.
SCI is more than just an architecture.
SCI is more than
just an architecture.
It's a culture and a way of working.
It's a culture and a way of working.
Our Secret Weapon in Human-Machine Teaming
Our pipeline is driven by the most experienced engineers, operators, and mission experts in the industry. We build systems that amplify human judgment, not replace it.
Our people are the core of our capability.
Our Secret Weapon in Human-Machine Teaming
Our pipeline is driven by the most experienced engineers, operators, and mission experts in the industry. We build systems that amplify human judgment, not replace it.
Our people are the core of our capability.
Leadership as a Force Multiplier
Building a community that delivers.
Building a community
that delivers.
Pat Palmer
Chief Executive Officer
Pat brings over 25 years of experience in technology consulting across the Defense and Intelligence communities. As CEO of Cornerstone, he leads the company’s mission to deliver advanced, mission-critical IT solutions supporting national security objectives. His background includes executive leadership roles at Sotera Defense Solutions, Global Defense Technology & Systems, and Signature Government Solutions, where he drove strategic growth and innovation for government clients.
Brandon Altman
Chief Growth Officer
Brandon leads strategic initiatives to expand Cornerstone's capabilities and client partnerships across the Defense and Intelligence communities. With over a decade at Cornerstone, he has been instrumental in building and scaling mission-critical solutions that serve U.S. government and integrator clients. Before joining Cornerstone, Brandon managed service delivery operations at Apex Systems.
Dave Cook
Chief Innovation Officer
Dave has more than 30 years of experience in AI, geospatial intelligence, and analytics across the public and private sectors. He has led major AI initiatives in the defense and intelligence communities, teaches AI and geospatial intelligence at the University of Maryland and Wake Forest University, and co-founded The Training Data Project to advance AI with measurable impact. He currently supports AI initiatives in the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.
Reilly Leonard
Chief Operating Officer
Reilly has over 20 years of experience in recruiting, operations, and technology management across the Defense and Intelligence sectors. Before joining Cornerstone, Reilly held leadership roles at Princeton Information, Sotera Defense Solutions, and Signature Government Solutions, where he managed large technical recruiting teams and helped align mission-critical staffing with federal program needs. He ensures Cornerstone’s teams deliver mission-focused solutions for U.S. government clients.
Brian Sammons
Chief Financial Officer
Brian is a Certified Public Accountant with extensive experience across federal contracting, financial services, and private industry, Brian brings deep expertise in GAAP accounting, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Prior to joining Cornerstone, he held senior leadership roles at QuietStream Financial, SN Servicing Corporation, and Wachovia. His dynamic approach to financial leadership supports Cornerstone’s continued growth and commitment to mission-critical excellence.
Pat Palmer
Chief Executive Officer
Pat brings over 25 years of experience in technology consulting across the Defense and Intelligence communities. As CEO of Cornerstone, he leads the company’s mission to deliver advanced, mission-critical IT solutions supporting national security objectives. His background includes executive leadership roles at Sotera Defense Solutions, Global Defense Technology & Systems, and Signature Government Solutions, where he drove strategic growth and innovation for government clients.
Brandon Altman
Chief Growth Officer
Brandon leads strategic initiatives to expand Cornerstone's capabilities and client partnerships across the Defense and Intelligence communities. With over a decade at Cornerstone, he has been instrumental in building and scaling mission-critical solutions that serve U.S. government and integrator clients. Before joining Cornerstone, Brandon managed service delivery operations at Apex Systems.
Dave Cook
Chief Innovation Officer
Dave has more than 30 years of experience in AI, geospatial intelligence, and analytics across the public and private sectors. He has led major AI initiatives in the defense and intelligence communities, teaches AI and geospatial intelligence at the University of Maryland and Wake Forest University, and co-founded The Training Data Project to advance AI with measurable impact. He currently supports AI initiatives in the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.
Brian Sammons
Chief Financial Officer
Brian is a Certified Public Accountant with extensive experience across federal contracting, financial services, and private industry, Brian brings deep expertise in GAAP accounting, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Prior to joining Cornerstone, he held senior leadership roles at QuietStream Financial, SN Servicing Corporation, and Wachovia. His dynamic approach to financial leadership supports Cornerstone’s continued growth and commitment to mission-critical excellence.
Reilly Leonard
Chief Operating Officer
Reilly has over 20 years of experience in recruiting, operations, and technology management across the Defense and Intelligence sectors. Before joining Cornerstone, Reilly held leadership roles at Princeton Information, Sotera Defense Solutions, and Signature Government Solutions, where he managed large technical recruiting teams and helped align mission-critical staffing with federal program needs. He ensures Cornerstone’s teams deliver mission-focused solutions for U.S. government clients.
From secure walls to
secure reasoning.
From secure walls to
secure reasoning.
From secure walls to
secure reasoning.
Ready to build what's next?
Ready to build what's next?
Ready to build what's next?
Primary NAICS Codes
541519 | 541330 | 541512 | 488190
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Cage Code: 6CJU2
Briefing Room
Primary NAICS Codes
541519 | 541330 | 541512 | 488190
(UEI): CKGCGAJG6UF4
Cage Code: 6CJU2
Briefing Room
Primary NAICS Codes
541519 | 541330 | 541512 | 488190
(UEI): CKGCGAJG6UF4
Cage Code: 6CJU2
Briefing Room