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In the News
     Report Says U.S. Dams Require Better Security
     New DHS Counterintelligence Unit Fights Foreign Threats
     Chicago Airport Gives Surprise Cargo X-ray Inspection Tests
     Study Alludes To Government Mishandling Social Security Numbers
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Events
 
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In the News
Report Says U.S. Dams Require Better Security
Since the terrorist attacks of 2001, the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), which operates and manages dams that provide water and power to millions of people, has invested significant resources in security and is better able to protect its facilities and personnel, says a new report from the National Research Council.

However, BOR needs better communication among security staff, regional and area office staff, and local law enforcement personnel; security plans that are designed to meet realistic, site-specific threats; and more consistent support within the organization.

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New DHS Counterintelligence Unit Fights Foreign Threats
Concerns about foreign spies and terrorists have prompted the Homeland Security Department (DHS) to set up its own counterintelligence division and require strict reporting from employees about foreign travel, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press.

The new directive comes as the federal government increases its counterspy efforts across all agencies and raises the awareness of intelligence vulnerabilities in the private industry as well as in protecting government secrets.

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Chicago Airport Gives Surprise Cargo X-ray Inspection Tests
A mobile X-ray machine capable of screening the contents of large cargo containers was recently used for the first time to check trucks entering O'Hare International Airport, authorities said.

The exercise, part of a drill involving federal and city agencies, will become a common security practice as a 2010 deadline requiring screening of all cargo that is loaded aboard passenger planes approaches, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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Study Alludes To Government Mishandling Social Security Numbers
An investigation slated for the September issue of Consumer Reports and announced in early August has suggested that government leaks of information resulted in the loss or exposure of about 44 million consumer records from 2005 to mid-2008.

The government's apparent negligence, evidenced by recent spot examples reported in the news, was worrisome but unsurprising, says Robert Siciliano, identity theft protection expert and chief security analyst for One You Security LLC.

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Procurement Watch

  • ISCO international, Elk Grove, Ill., a wireless systems provider, is piloting its new technology with a partnership with the Department of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology Directorate.

  • L-1 Identity Solutions Inc., Stamford, Conn., a provider of identity solutions and services, has received more than $9 million in government task orders for its biometric enrollment devices.

  • FLIR Systems Inc., Portland, Ore., has received a $14.7 million contract from Naval Surface Warfare Center for its infrared systems.

  • Goodrich Corp., Charlotte, N.C., a supplier of defense systems, will deliver a chemical detection system for the Department of Homeland Security for use in public places.


Events

Sept. 8-10
The Future of Secure Documents
The Crowne Plaza; Chicago, IL
Organizer: IntertechPira
Information: For Delegate inquiries: Mike Robert, mrobert@intertechusa.com or call (207) 781-9631. For Sponsorship and exhibit opportunities: Brian Santos, bsantos@intertechusa.com or call (207) 781-9618
www.securedocumentsconference.com

Sept. 11
Security Canada Atlantic
Ramada Crystal Palace; Moncton, New Brunswick
Sponsor: Canadian Security Association
Information: Call (905) 513-0622 or e-mail staff@canasa.org
www.canasa.org

Sept. 12-13
CPP/PCI/PSP Review
Atlanta, GA
Sponsor: ASIS International
Information: Call (703) 519-6200
www.asisonline.org

Sept. 15-17
54th Annual ASIS International 2008
Atlanta, GA
Information: Call (703) 519-6200
www.asisonline.org

Sept. 15-19
Interop New York
Jacob Javits Convention Center; New York City
Organizer: Interop
Information: 800-745-6493 support@interop.com
www.interop.com/newyork

Sept. 15-19
3rd Annual Gulf Coast Terrorism Prevention Conference
Hyatt Hotel; Sarasota, FL
Organizer: Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
Information: 866-573-3999 ext. 101
www.homelandsecurityssi.com/ssi/content/view/214/160/
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