According to Robert Hickey, aviation program manager within the Cyber Security Division of the DHS Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate, the hack was conducted last year on a 757 parked at the airport in Atlantic City, N.J.
- By Jessica Davis
- Nov 14, 2017
The Department of Homeland Security is soliciting facial recognition technology that can passively scan the faces of people crossing the U.S. border by car.
- By Jessica Davis
- Nov 03, 2017
In an 11-page threat report, Homeland Security said "unaffiliated lone offenders" were among the top threats in the United States.
Doing business with the government—federal, state or even local—can be very difficult. The regulations, the paperwork, the unique needs and buying cycles are all tough requirements that have to be met. It can make for a complicated scene, but it’s also a vitally important business that can be financially rewarding despite the challenges.
- By Lindsay Page
- Oct 01, 2017
Vehicle ramming attacks are on the rise in the United States and abroad. Already in 2017, there have been no less than seven major attacks worldwide resulting in 24 people dead and another 153 injured.
- By Scott Espensen
- Oct 01, 2017
In the United States, technology has become the essential force multiplier. With nearly 6,000 miles of border with the neighboring north and south, it would be impossible to hire enough border personnel to protect every mile.
- By John Merlino
- Oct 01, 2017
The mobile ID revolution is gathering pace, but not everyone has a smartphone today, and many citizens prefer to carry a physical card. How do government agencies manage this transition from physical to mobile, and ensure they can issue both cards and mobile ID at the same time?
- By Steve Warne
- Oct 01, 2017
"It is equivalent to the Super Bowl of security."
In big cities and even in smaller communities, the threat of radiation is real. The consequences of a “dirty bomb” explosion could be significant, for the crowd at the venue and for communities miles beyond.
- By Scott Masiella
- Sep 01, 2017
The Department of Homeland Security is looking to boost cybersecurity of advanced first responder technology.
Surveillance cameras in a Walmart parking lot helped officials in their investigation into a human-smuggling case that left nine people dead.
Electronics bigger than a cell phone will be subject to added security on flights heading to the United States from Mexico.
A covert group was able to breach security 17 out of 18 times.
A least two people were injured when someone open fired on a congressional baseball practice in Alexandria, Virginia.
The incident that left 49 dead happened one year ago.
President Trump says he has chosen Christopher Wray to head the FBI.
The National Park Service has an extensive security protocol for its numerous locations nationwide, though they do stress an extensive layered approach.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Jun 01, 2017
Last night, President Trump abruptly fired FBI Director James Comey.
While these unmanned aircrafts are mostly used professionally and recreationally to add depth and intrigue to films and videos, security teams need to be aware of the threats they could pose on those below.
- By Sydny Shepard
- May 01, 2017
In the world of law enforcement, the subject of body-worn cameras has arguably become the biggest talking point.
- By Greg Buckner
- May 01, 2017