GAO: Fresh approach to infrastructure security needed

Electric power grids, water utilities and other critical control systems often lack the computer processing power needed to implement traditional IT security controls, according to a new GAO report.

Skinner: Strong protections lacking for DHS systems

Despite improvements, DHS still falls short in protecting its critical IT systems and data, according to a new report from the department's inspector general.

DHS needs better oversight of services contracts: GAO

DHS is paying billions to professional service contractors to perform tasks that are similar to work usually reserved for government employees, officials said today.

SI to manage bonds for ICE

SI International has won a contract to manage case inquiries and review bonds for the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.

By land and sea

Technology, integration fuel secure border opportunities.

DOJ targets illegal tech exports

The Justice Department, in a move to more aggressively prosecute people illegally exporting U.S. technologies, is creating task forces in regions with a high concentration of high-tech companies.

Renuart: Nation needs enhanced radar

The commander of the U.S. Northern Command believes America needs to invest more resources in improved radars for monitoring the U.S. airspace.

New homeland security strategy underscores resilience

The White House released an updated National Strategy for Homeland Security this week.

Northrop wins law enforcement exchange renewal

Northrop Grumman has won a contract to continue supporting the Naval Criminal Investigative Service's information-exchange system with federal, state and local agencies.

FLO to buy Unisys' Registered Traveler

FLO Corp. has signed an agreement to acquire the Registered Traveler business of Unisys Corp.

Kratos wins DCMA network recompetes

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Inc. has won two new contracts with the Defense Contract Management Agency.

House bill aims to modernize 911 systems

Proposed legislation in Congress that would promote implementation of IP-based 911 services is picking up support from public safety groups and disability organizations.

TSA begins port worker ID enrollments

Ending a three-month delay, the Transportation Workers Identification Credential program is ready to begin enrollments of port workers on Oct. 16.

Four win DHS security clearance work

Four companies have been awarded contracts worth up to $30 million each by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement division to conduct security clearance background investigations.

GAO: Funding tight for seaport security

The Coast Guard faces budget challenges in obtaining the $260 million it estimates is needed to upgrade its command centers to meet the requirements of the Safe Port Act, according to a new GAO report.

ICF to help DHS with chemical facility security

ICF International Inc. has won a professional services contract from DHS to help implement new security standards for facilities handling large quantities of chemicals, petroleum and natural gas.

General Dynamics gets DHS professional services task

General Dynamics Corp. has won a contract to provide professional support services to the Homeland Security Department's intelligence and analysis office.

DHS awards training grants

The Homeland Security Department has announced $113 million in training grants, awarded just before the start of the new fiscal year.

Skeptics beware

Renaud restores faith in USCIS transformation.

A matter of funding

Vendors are ready, but money woes slow adoption of first-responder ID cards.