BE and Appian partnership award will sustain legacy systems and enable secure transition to the next-generation MCRISS-N platform
WASHINGTON, July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BE, a trusted leader in secure, mission-aligned technology solutions, in partnership with Appian Corporation, has been awarded a five-year contract to support the U.S. Marine Corps Recruiting Information Support System – Other Transition Path (MCRISS OTP).
As a key partner under the MCRISS OTP effort, BE is responsible for sustaining the Marine Corps Recruiting Information Support System – Legacy (MCRISS-L), the current accession system of record supporting the Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC), the Marine Corps Information Technology Services Management (MITSM), and broader Marine Corps missions. BE is excited to bring our deep knowledge of the recruiting mission coupled with our systems integration, data analytics, and cybersecurity services to support the transition to the next-generation MCRISS-N platform.
"This partnership reflects BE's commitment to supporting national security missions through innovation and reliability," said Eric Olson, CEO of BE. "Our team brings a deep understanding of both legacy sustainment and future-focused modernization. We're proud to support the Marine Corps' recruiting mission alongside Appian as we help them advance to a more agile and modern platform."
BE will continue to prioritize cybersecurity, making sure the MCRISS-L system stays fully compliant with required security standards for handling sensitive personal and health information. The team will also take the lead on key security reviews and approvals to keep the system officially authorized to operate throughout the life of the contract.
"This is an exciting opportunity to reinforce our position as a go-to partner for secure, scalable federal systems," said Sean Crowley, Director of BE's Technology Sector. "The MCRISS OTP partnership is a perfect example of how BE combines technical depth and operational agility to solve complex modernization challenges in high-stakes environments."
The MCRISS OTP initiative underscores the U.S. Marine Corps' focus on digital transformation and long-term mission enablement. BE's involvement strengthens its growing portfolio of mission-critical technology support across the Department of Defense and the broader federal landscape.
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