Homeland Newswire Reports News
We want YOU to Help Defend the Nation from Cyberattacks
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
Our nation is facing unprecedented risks from cyber threats. In parallel, many organizations and individuals are experiencing uncertain times. While uncertainty can be a major cause of stress, it can also provide opportunity for those who know where to look
SAFECOM and NCSWIC Release the Paging: A Vital Link for Public Safety Document
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
Paging technology has continuously served as an integral part of public safety operations. This technology has evolved from simplistic, one-way tonal notification to more complex, two-way forms of communication that enable more immediate and appropriate response through the sharing of critical information.
The Cost of Unsafe Technology and What We Can Do About It
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
Last month, I was honored to speak at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh to meet with students and faculty to discuss the critical topic of technology product safety.
CISA Establishes Ransomware Vulnerability Warning Pilot Program
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
Recognizing the persistent threat posed by ransomware attacks to organizations of all sizes, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) announces today the establishment of the Ransomware Vulnerability Warning Pilot (RVWP) as authorized by the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA) of 2022.
CISA and Girl Scouts of the USA Strengthen Collaboration to Bring More Young Women into Cybersecurity
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) announced a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) today that formalizes the collaboration between the two organizations in their pursuit to bridge the gender gap in cybersecurity.
Under the Promise of Early Success, CISA Expands its Beta Mobile App Vetting Service
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
Mobile devices are an integral part of our everyday operations, and their growing prevalence provides more than simple convenience within the federal space.
3 Reasons Why You Should Work at CISA
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
The mercury’s rising and it’s getting warmer. Here at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), it’s #HotHiringSpring! Since 2018, CISA has been America’s cyber defense agency and we’ve been growing every day since.
CISA and Women in CyberSecurity Strengthen Partnership to Bridge Gender Gap in Cyber and Tech
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
In recognition of International Women’s Day, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) in order to work even closer together to bridge the gender gap in cybersecurity.
SAFECOM and NCSWIC Release LLA and LLE: Are You Really Secure?
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
Are you really secure when using your land mobile radio? Most Project 25 (P25) radio systems come with built-in safeguards, but the availability of software key generators and other attack vectors used by threat actors means that new P25 features are needed to maintain P25 communications security.
Celebrating 20 Years of Science and Technology
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
It is often said that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rose from the ashes of 9/11.
DHS S&T Awards Funds to Australian Startup Developing Flood Analytics Tech
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) announced a Phase 1 Other Transaction award of $199,140 to FloodMapp, an Australia-based company with a location in Norfolk, Virginia. FloodMapp will develop flood analysis technology that would help the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) improve preparedness and response efforts after flooding occurs.
DHS S&T Awards Funds to Brooklyn Startup Developing Flood Analytics Tech
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) announced a Phase 1 Other Transaction award of $195,260 to Cloud to Street (commercially conducting business as Floodbase), a Brooklyn, New York-based startup to develop flood analytics technology that will help the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) improve preparedness and response efforts.
Indianapolis Man Sentenced to over 12 Years in Federal Prison for Sharing Child Sexual Abuse Material Via Snapchat While on Bond for Similar Charges
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
Brad Bevington, 51, of Indianapolis was sentenced to 12.5 years in federal prison for distributing child sexual abuse material.
Federal Jury Convicts Fort McCoy Man of Attempting to Entice a 12-Year-Old Child to Engage In Sexual Activity
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
U.S. Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that a federal jury has found Jorge Mojocoa (69, Fort McCoy) guilty of attempted enticement of a minor to engage in sex
Former Louisiana Woman Pled Guilty To Preparing Over 110 Fraudulent PPP Loans Totaling Over $1.1 Million Dollars
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
United States Attorney Duane A. Evans announced today that SHARNAE EVERY (“EVERY”), age 27, of Houston, Texas, pled guilty on March 2, 2023 to Conspiracy to Commit Mail Fraud in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 1349.
Cape Coral Caretakers Plead Guilty To Stealing More Than Half A Million Dollars From Elderly Victim
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Diane Durbon and Brittany Lukasik, both of Cape Coral, today pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
Federal Jury Convicts O’Fallon Man of Enticing a Minor
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
In a U.S. District courtroom on Wednesday, a federal jury returned a guilty verdict after a three-day trial for an O’Fallon man charged with enticing a minor.
TSA officers stop firearm at Boston Logan International
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers prevented a New Hampshire resident from carrying a firearm onto an airplane Monday morning at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS).
TSA recruiting Federal Air Marshals in three west coast cities
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring additional women and men to serve as Federal Air Marshals in Seattle, Los Angeles and San Francisco
TSA officers prevent Pennsylvania man from bringing loaded revolver through checkpoint at JFK International Airport
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
A Montgomery County, Pa., man was arrested at John F. Kennedy International Airport yesterday (March 9) after Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers detected a loaded .38 caliber revolver in the man’s backpack.