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Cal Biesecker
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BudgetDespite Canceling Next-Generation Bio-Detection System, DHS Examining Upgrades, Advances To BioWatch
Despite the recent cancellation of an advanced technology program to automate the collection and analysis of potential biological threats in the nation’s major cities, the bio-terror threat is real and […]
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CongressHouse Approves DHS Acquisition Reform Bill
The House on Monday approved by voice vote a bill to strengthen the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) acquisition management, in part by authorizing it to follow existing directives. The […]
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Business/FinancialEarnings Edge Up At SAIC As Sales Slip
Science Applications International Corp. [SAIC] on Tuesday posted a slight increase in net income in its first quarter despite a double-digit percent dip in sales, but the company is seeing […]
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Business/FinancialGlobal Cost Of Cybercrime Between $375 Billion And $575 Billion, CSIS Says
Annual costs to the global economy of cybercrime range between $375 billion and $575 billion and the cyber threat remains a “growth industry,” according to a new study by the […]
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Business/FinancialNSA Accredits Seven Companies In National Cyber Security Program
The National Security Agency (NSA) on Friday said it has accredited seven companies under its National Security Cyber Assistance Program (NSCAP), showing the companies have consistently demonstrated cyber incident response […]
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Cyber
GAO Says DHS Efforts To Address Port Cyber Security Have Been Limited
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its relevant components cam do more to address cyber security at the nation’s seaports, according to a new report by the Government Accountability […]
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Business/FinancialLockheed Martin Receives NSA Accreditation For Cyber Capabilties
The National Security Agency (NSA) has accredited Lockheed Martin [LMT] for its cyber security capabilities, putting the company on a list of vendors that can deliver cyber incident response assistance […]
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UncategorizedBriefing
Aerient, LLC has received a six-month, $1.6 million task order from the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Cyber Security & Communications to provide operation and maintenance support for critical […]
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CongressFinal Rule For TWIC Card Readers Not Expected Until 2015
The Coast Guard is still in the process of reviewing comments on its proposed rule for installing smart card readers at the nation’s highest risk seaport facilities and doesn’t expect […]
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Business/FinancialCoast Guard Directs Design Work Continue On OPC After GAO Denies Protests
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) on Monday rejected protests by losing bidders Huntington Ingalls Industries [HII] and VT Halter Marine for preliminary design work on the Coast Guard’s future medium […]