Washington Technology: Security http://washingtontechnology.com/rss-feeds/security.aspx Eye on M&A Private equity deals in the government services market are coming fast and are good news for the foundering economy. http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/07/06/Upfront-Eye-on-M-and-A.aspx Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:20:18 GMT http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/07/06/Upfront-Eye-on-M-and-A.aspx Smart video gains ground Sales of smart-video systems are on the rise as new applications put power tools into the hands of everyday users. http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/07/06/Tech-Trends-Smart-Video.aspx Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:13:25 GMT http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/07/06/Tech-Trends-Smart-Video.aspx DHS requires more personal information from employees, contractors DHS says it is expanding the types of personal information it will collect on employees and contractors who require long-term access. http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/07/01/DHS-expanding-data-collection-on-employees.aspx Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:38:59 GMT http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/07/01/DHS-expanding-data-collection-on-employees.aspx DHS launches cost-cutting measures DHS has cited savings from recycling software, consolidating contracts and pursuing other cost-cutting measures. http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/07/01/DHS-recycling-computers-and-software.aspx Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:13:13 GMT http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/07/01/DHS-recycling-computers-and-software.aspx DHS awards PACTS contract The Homeland Security Department has awarded the $1.5 billion PACTS contract for professional services. http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/30/DHS-awards-PACTS-contract.aspx Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:36:36 GMT http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/30/DHS-awards-PACTS-contract.aspx PASS ID bill backed by Napolitano Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano has backed proposed legislation that would repeal part of the Real ID Act. http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/29/Napolitano-Pass-ID-bill-Real-ID.aspx Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:53:17 GMT http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/29/Napolitano-Pass-ID-bill-Real-ID.aspx IG: Coast Guard not recouping on NSCs The Coast Guard is not pursuing recoupment for structural and technical problems identified in the National Security Cutter program, according to a new report from the DHS inspector general. http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/26/Coast-Guard-not-recouping-on-NSCs-IG-says.aspx Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:38:14 GMT http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/26/Coast-Guard-not-recouping-on-NSCs-IG-says.aspx How DOD's certification program works DOD published a manual describing various job categories, including technical and management positions, and the different certifications that meet the training requirement. Here are a few examples. http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/26/feat-cybersecurity-training-table-info.aspx Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:30:04 GMT http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/26/feat-cybersecurity-training-table-info.aspx The new cybersecurity licensing proposal Here's how a Senate proposal to require certification or even licensing for cybersecurity professionals would work. http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/26/feat-cybersecurity-training-FAQ.aspx Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:27:01 GMT http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/26/feat-cybersecurity-training-FAQ.aspx Mandatory cyber certification: What good is it? A debate rages over a Senate proposal to require certification or licensing for all cybersecurity professionals who work on government information systems. http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/26/feat-cybersecurity-training.aspx Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:14:12 GMT http://washingtontechnology.com/Articles/2009/06/26/feat-cybersecurity-training.aspx