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CISA launches emergency communications tribal webpage

August 24, 2020

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently launched a webpage to promote the rebranded Tribal Emergency Communications Program, which supports direct consultation to tribes and Alaska Native communities to strengthen public safety communications.

Securing Soft Targets and Crowded Places

How can enterprise security secure soft targets and crowded places without intruding on the entertainment aspect of events?

Maria Henriquez

March 13, 2020

What do you and your team need to know about securing soft targets and crowded places?

Texas Increases Security Features, Unveils New Design for Driver License/ID and License to Carry Cards

February 28, 2020

Starting this week, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) began issuing the newly designed Texas driver licenses (DL), identification (ID) cards and license to carry (LTC) cards to all Texans.

Threats of School Violence Increased 62 Percent in 2017-18

October 1, 2018

There were at least 3,380 threats against K-12 schools recorded in the 2017-18 school year, a 62 percent increase from threats in the 2016-17 school year, according to The Educator’s School Safety Network (ESSN).

How Urban Planning Influences Perimeter Security

While fortifying sidewalks and building perimeters may mitigate risks, don’t forget the impact on everyday functions.

Claire Meyer

August 6, 2018

Between 2016 and 2017, 724 people were killed by vehicular terrorist attacks, according to The Risk Advisory Group.

Former NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly Discusses Terrorism, Leadership at ISC East

December 12, 2017

In November 2017, Raymond Kelly addressed security industry professionals and enterprise security leaders at the ISC East tradeshow in New York City. He discussed public-private partnerships, community involvement, the changing nature of terrorism, and the need for business continuity and preparedness training with the audience and, later, in an interview with Security magazine.

Why You Should Hire Those Who Have Served as Your Next CISO

Mac McMillan

November 2, 2017

The military has produced many incredible leaders and accomplished business people who have made many noteworthy and life-changing contributions to corporate America. These individuals took what they learned in the military with them into civilian life and their corporate careers.

James Gannon Security Magazine November 2017

Sheriff James M. Gannon: Helping People in Morris County

A Security 500 Thought Leader Profile

Diane Ritchey

November 1, 2017

Gannon, who is the 77th Sheriff of Morris County, New Jersey, has always had roles where he could offer his services and guidance to people. He was elected in 2016, after a decorated, 33-year career in law enforcement and private sector security.

Americans Less Willing to Attend Large Events due to Terrorism

June 26, 2017

Thirty-eight percent of U.S. adults say the threat of terrorism makes them less willing to attend events where there are thousands of people.

Get Ready to Transition from Public Sector to Corporate Security

Jerry J. Brennan

March 1, 2017

Analyzing the background of security leaders across the corporate security and risk management landscape, it is not surprising to see that a significant percentage of them have come from the public sector.