AEGIS

also egis noun Etymology: Latin, from Greek aigis, literally, goatskin, from aig-, aix goat; akin to Armenian ayc goat Date: 1581 a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena, 2. protection , controlling or conditioning influence , 3. auspices, sponsorship , control or guidance especially by an individual, group, or system