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Last Updated: Apr 4, 2008 - 2:37:21 PM

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Job Search
Government Jobs: Border Patrol Virtual Job Fair Opens New Frontier for CBP Applicants
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the largest uniformed law enforcement agency in the country, has launched a "Virtual Job Fair" to fill 2,200 mission support and operational support positions ranging from entry-level to mid-career jobs located throughout the U.S.
Apr 4, 2008 - 2:59:25 PM

Department of Homeland Security
Update: Biometric Changes For Re-entry Permits and Refugee Travel Documents
WASHINGTON –U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued revised instructions for USCIS Form I-131, Application for Travel Document.  The instructions include changes, which will become effective March 5, 2008, that require applicants for re-entry permits and refugee travel documents to provide biometrics (e.g., fingerprints and photographs) at a USCIS Application Support Centers (ASC) for background and security checks and requirements for secure travel and entry documents containing biometric identifiers.  
Mar 13, 2008 - 2:42:51 PM

Announcements
DHS Signs VISA Waiver Program Agreements with Estonia and Latvia
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Michael Chertoff signed today Visa Waiver Program (VWP) Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) with Estonian Minister of Internal Affairs Juri Pihl in Tallinn, Estonia, and with Latvian Minister of Foreign Affairs Maris Riekstins in Riga, Latvia. The agreements outline security enhancements that put both countries on the path toward visa-free travel to the U.S., and possible designation as VWP members later this year.
Mar 12, 2008 - 5:42:40 PM

Department of Homeland Security
Backpackers Smuggling Dope: Border Patrol Agents Apprehend Backpackers
Ground agents responded to the discovery and found six marijuana bundles in the backpacks; they took custody of the subjects and narcotics.
Mar 4, 2008 - 6:45:33 AM

Announcements
2008 Homeland Security Science & Technology Conference West: First Responders Attend Free

The California Office of Homeland Security is pleased to announce the 2008 Homeland Security Science & Technology Conference West, "Putting First Responders First," presented by the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA), is providing free admission to all uniformed and credentialed first responders. The conference is hosted by the State of California Governor's Office of Homeland Security with key participation by the US Department of Homeland Security Science & Technology Directorate on January 14-17, 2008 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Announcements
Counterfeit Microsft Computer Products Snabbed
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at the Savannah Port of Entry have seized over $100,000 in computer keyboards with counterfeit Microsoft "flag" logos.
Dec 17, 2007 - 9:57:32 AM

Announcements
Singapore to Scan U.S.-Bound Cargo as Part of Secure Freight Initiative
The United States and Singapore today arranged to cooperate on the Secure Freight Initiative, a joint effort of the Department of Homeland Security’s U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration and the U.S. Department of State aimed at keeping radioactive weapons out of U.S.-bound cargo
Dec 17, 2007 - 9:53:04 AM

Cyber Alert
Cyber Alert: RealNetworks RealPlayer ActiveX Playlist Vulnerability

RealNetworks RealPlayer for Microsoft Windows contains a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to take control of your computer when you visit a malicious web site.

Cyber Alert
Cyber Alert: Adobe Updates for Microsoft Windows Vulnerability
Microsoft Windows XP and Server 2003 systems with Internet Explorer 7 contain a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to take control of your computer by convincing you to open a malicious PDF document. Public reports indicate that this vulnerability is being actively exploited.
Oct 24, 2007 - 7:34:16 PM

Government Grants | Foundation Grants
Homeland Security Nonprofit Grant Opportunity
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the fiscal year (FY) 2007 Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) awards. These awards, required by Congress, total more than $24 million and support target hardening and security screening activities in select non-profit organizations that are deemed at high-risk of a potential terrorist attack.
Oct 1, 2007 - 7:40:07 AM

Department of Homeland Security
Nearly 1 Billion in Grants for First Responder Communications to Be Announced Today
The PSIC Grant Program will assist public safety agencies in the acquisition, deployment, and training of interoperable communications systems to enhance interoperable communications of voice, data, and or video signals.  Commerce will award grants by September 30, 2007, as required by the Call Home Act of 2006.
Jul 18, 2007 - 6:38:09 AM

Government Grants | Foundation Grants
Grant Notice:FY 2007 Homeland Security Preparedness Technical Assistance Program
The Homeland Security Preparedness Technical Assistance Program (HSPTAP) is a capabilities-based program that is structured to build and sustain State and local capacity in preparedness activities.
Jun 29, 2007 - 6:31:35 AM

Department of Homeland Security
NSA and DHS Announce the 2007 Designation of the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education
The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security(DHS) jointly announce the designation of the following universities as National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Educationfor academic years 2007 through 2012.
Jun 28, 2007 - 6:32:08 AM

Announcements
Passport Update: U.S. Citizens with Pending Passport Applications Allowed Temporary Travel Flexibility

Department of Homeland Security
CBP Launches Third Northern Border Air Branch
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) launched the Great Falls Air Branch today at Great Falls International Airport. As part of a northern border security strategy, this is the third of five planned facilities to augment CBP's northern border security capabilities with air and marine law enforcement, surveillance and airspace security authorities.
Oct 16, 2006 - 8:34:00 PM

Department of Homeland Security
September is National Preparedness Month-Hundreds of Events and Activities across the Country Promote Emergency Preparedness

The goal of National Preparedness Month is to educate Americans about the importance of emergency preparedness and encourage individuals to take action. Throughout the year, DHS promotes individual emergency preparedness through the Ready Campaign and Citizen Corps as part of a broader national effort conducted by the department's Directorate for Preparedness.

Department of Homeland Security
Dept. of Homeland Security Adjusts Threat Level from Red to Orange For In-Bound Flights from the UK
Effective immediately, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced an adjustment in the aviation threat level from RED to ORANGE for flights from the United Kingdom to the United States. There will not be any operational changes for domestic flights in the United States. Thus, the U.S. threat level remains at ORANGE, or High, for all domestic and international flights. The ban on liquids and gels in carry on baggage remains in full effect.
Aug 14, 2006 - 6:38:00 AM

Department of Homeland Security
Lebanese-US Government Cooperate and Disrupt Plan to NY-NJ Transportation System
Washington, D.C. - Working closely with the Intelligence/Information Directorate within the Internal Security Forces of Lebanon and with other foreign law enforcement and intelligence partners, we have disrupted a terrorist network that was in the planning stages of an attack against the transportation system in the New York-New Jersey area.
Jul 7, 2006 - 2:41:00 PM

Department of Homeland Security
DHS Announces Close to $400 Million in Grants Available to Secure the Nation's Critical Infrastructure
The Department announced that nearly $400 million in Fiscal Year 2006 grants will be made available to strengthen the nation�s ability to prevent, protect against, respond to and recover from terrorist attacks, major disasters and other emergencies that could impact this country�s critical infrastructure.
Jul 6, 2006 - 4:18:00 PM

Department of Homeland Security
Fact Sheet: Securing Our Nation's Borders
Through the Secure Border Initiative (SBI) and other efforts, DHS is strengthening security along our northern and southern borders through the integrated use of increased manpower and infrastructure, cutting-edge technology, enhanced immigration enforcement, and cooperation with our state, local, and international partners.
Jun 29, 2006 - 10:54:00 AM

Department of Homeland Security
Homeland Security and Animal Groups Encourage Americans to Include Their Pets When Preparing for Emergencies
Tragedies like Hurricane Katrina serve as a serious reminder that emergency preparedness is important for all members of households, including pets, said Homeland Security Under Secretary George Foresman. We are pleased to partner with these important animal organizations to encourage Americans to take action to prepare for emergencies and consider the needs of their pets in that process.
Jun 1, 2006 - 6:40:00 AM

Department of Homeland Security
Task Forces Created In 10 Cities to Combat Document and Benefit Fraud
Officials from the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, Department of Labor, Department of State and other agencies today announced the creation of task forces in 10 major U.S. cities to combat the growing problems of document fraud and immigration benefits fraud.
Apr 6, 2006 - 6:35:00 AM

Department of Homeland Security
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Welcomes Newest Member to Atlanta's Canine Team
Atlanta, GA CBP welcomes it's newest canine to the anti-terrorism team. Agro-terrorism that is. Do not let the big brown eyes; floppy ears and cute face fool you. Buttons the Beagle is one mean sniffing machine. She is the latest member to the group of Agriculture canines that have a very important mission in assisting CBP with the mission of preventing terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering the United
Feb 9, 2006 - 4:24:00 PM

Department of Homeland Security
CBP Explosive Detector Dog Named Sirius After The Only Canine to Perish in World Trade Center is Deployed
Washington, D.C. � In its steadfast mission to prevent terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering the country, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is deploying a new canine explosive detector team to the field that has a special connection to keeping people in the New Jersey area safe. CBP canine �Sirius,� a Black Labrador retriever born on September 23, 2004, at the CBP Canine Enforcement Training Center (CETC) received her name to honor the only working dog that died in World Trade Center attacks. Sirius, in the constellation Canis Major, is also known as the brightest star.
Jan 24, 2006 - 8:08:00 AM

Department of Homeland Security
E-Passport Testing to Begin at San Francisco International Airport
WASHINGTON, D.C.  A live test of e-Passports, that contain contactless chips with biographic and biometric information and the readers that are capable of reading these    e-Passports, begins January 15, 2006 at Terminal G at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). This test is a collaborative effort between the United States , Australia , New Zealand and Singapore that will run through April 15, 2006 .
Jan 16, 2006 - 11:56:00 AM