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The recently updated Forescout Device and Visibility Control Platform offers a unique, agentless approach to network security, enabling government agencies to see all of these devices on their networks.

Communications

Forescout Returns to Compete in 3rd ‘ASTORS’ (Learn More, Multi-Videos)

Tammy Waitt - July 10, 2020

Failing to reauthorize CFATS for the long-term could be costly. The persistent terrorist threat that gave rise to the program continues today, and the consequences of a successful attack could be devastating to our economy and our people.

Crisis Responders

Chem Facility Anti-Terror Standards: Good for Business & Nat’l Security

Tammy Waitt - July 20, 2018

Law Enforcement, First Responders & relevant Security Professionals are encouraged to take advantage of use these resources to protect their schools, safeguard the lives of their students, faculty, and staff, and facilitate the recovery process following this type of incident.

Access Control & Identification

New DHS: K-12 Guide for Preventing & Protecting Against Gun Violence

Tammy Waitt - July 12, 2018

On April 17, 2013, an ammonium nitrate explosion occurred at the West Fertilizer Company storage and distribution facility in West, Texas, eighteen miles north of Waco, while emergency services personnel were responding to a fire at the facility. Fifteen people were killed, more than 160 injured, and more than 150 buildings damaged or destroyed. On May 11, 2016, the ATF stated that the fire had been deliberately set.

Campus Security

Congressional Action Needed to Renew Effective CFATS Program

Tammy Waitt - June 23, 2018

A Coast Guard representative launches the 'AeroVironment Puma' All-Environment drone during the Singing River Island payload evaluations. DHS and the Coast Guard can use this drone for multiple missions depending on the payload. (Courtesy of the U.S. Coast Guard)

Aerospace

DHS S&T Evaluating Drones for Use by Federal Agencies (See How,...

Tammy Waitt - June 8, 2018

Airports/Aviation

CBP Using Eye Tracking to Enhance Imposter Detection Training (Video)

Tammy Waitt - April 30, 2017