After September 11, 2001, the United States began instituting an array of security measures intended to prevent future terrorism. However, an analysis of measures in place at the nation’s airports reveals that much work remains to be done.
Security
ICE says public tip line generates investigative leads
- By Travis Wheeler · January 19th, 2012
On the receiving end of the calls are a team of special agents, intelligence research specialists and law enforcement specialists all highly trained.
Napolitano stresses international partnerships, aviation and cyber security on overseas trip
- By Travis Wheeler · November 30th, 2011
“DHS is committed to working closely with our allies and partners who face common threats to build a more secure and resilient nation while strengthening the commerce, travel, and communication networks that we all share.”
Cloud, telework and security to top IT budgets in 2012
- By Travis Wheeler · October 24th, 2011
Technologies that support the federal transition to cloud computing and increased telework will be the most lucrative opportunities for government information technology vendors in 2012.
Free gov-only demo on next generation firewall solution
- By Travis Wheeler · October 17th, 2011
The SonicWALL SuperMassive E10000 Series is SonicWALL’s Next-Generation Firewall platform designed for large networks to deliver scalability, reliability and deep security at multi-gigabit speeds.
Federal cybersecurity incidents rocket 650% in 5 years
- By Travis Wheeler · September 30th, 2011
As Obama administration declares October a time to focus on stopping cybersecurity threats, GAO releases a report indicating weaknesses.
FEMA Launches Mobile Apps For Disaster Preparedness
- By Travis Wheeler · August 26th, 2011
Mobile application and text-message update service will help people become better prepared before emergencies happen.
Public or private cloud? Balancing security, cost savings and efficiencies for government agencies
- By Travis Wheeler · August 23rd, 2011
How are government CIOs and IT managers choosing the types of cloud services they will use, and for which pieces of their infrastructure?
9/11 progress report praised by Homeland Security Committee member
- By Travis Wheeler · July 21st, 2011
In the 69-page report, DHS outlined how it has made progress in strengthening the nation’s security since the terrorist attacks on the United States on Sept. 11, 2001. It said that security has been improved in seven key areas.
General Dynamics snags a $1 billion networking contract for DHS’ consolidated headquarters
- By Travis Wheeler · June 7th, 2011
The seven-year contract period covers design, procurement, configuration, installation, testing, security and maintenance at the location, which will house the department’s currently scattered agencies.
