Viewpoints In Homeland Defense And Security

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Homeland Security Leaders Give Opinions on Current Issues and Challenges (Author: NPS Center for Homeland Defense and Security)

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Recent episodes from Viewpoints In Homeland Defense And Security

Amtrak's Strategic Priorities To Increase Security On American Railroads

Published: Jul 17, 08

In this interview, William Crosbie discusses several new security initiatives in Amtrak's approach to securing the nation's railways.
2008-2009 Presidential Transition: National Security Considerations And Options

Published: Jul 8, 08

In this Viewpoints episode, John Rollins, CHDS instructor and Specialist in Terrorism and National Security, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division, discusses the unique challenges with respect to National Security for a new administration in this first presidential transition since 9/11. In the interview John provides recommendations for new leadership to promote strategic changes in decision and policy-making for Homeland Security.
Cooperation And Collaboration Between U.s. And Mexico: Implications For A Regional Approach To Homeland Security

Published: May 2, 08

Political Scientist, Rodrigo Nieto Gomez explains the complex homeland security relationship between Mexico and the United States and discusses several initiatives that might help the countries better cooperate to improve the security of both nations.
Managing The Data Explosion

Published: Apr 21, 08

Charles Brueggemann, First Deputy Director, Illinois State Police presents his perspective regarding the current challenges faced by fusion centers and offers some practical recommendations to resolve some of the issues like data overload, complexity and multi-disciplinary cooperation.
Chds Thesis Series Spring 2008: Introducing The Future Now: Using Memetics And Popular Culture To Identify The Post 9/11 Homeland Security Zeitgeist

Published: Apr 18, 08

Judith Boyd, winner of the 'Outstanding Thesis Award' explores the how homeland security is perceived by the public and the relevancy of this topic for policy makers and practitioners through her examination of 'memes' (units of cultural transmission).
Chds Thesis Series Spring 2008: 'someone To Watch Over Me?' Privacy And Governance Strategies For Cctv And Emerging Surveillance Technologies

Published: Apr 18, 08

In this Viewpoints interview, Don Zoufal discusses his recently published thesis which describes the formulation of effective governance strategies to address the complex issues regarding the legal protections for privacy that might be jeopardized by the usage of current surveillance technologies used to control the threat of terrorism in the United States.
The State And Local Mission For Homeland Security - Where We Started, Where We Are Headed

Published: Mar 21, 08

Andy Mitchell, Director of Operations for the National Preparedness Directorate (FEMA), talks about the evolution of homeland security and how state and local agencies have been moving to develop a more strategic regional approach focused on all aspects of preparedness.
Law Enforcements' Shifting Strategic Perspective

Published: Jan 31, 08

Deirdre Walker, a veteran law enforcement agent for 23 years and currently Assistant Chief of Police/Investigative Services for Montgomery County Police Department discusses how the events of 9-11 have challenged LE agencies to think and plan strategically from both a regional and national perspective.
New Mexico's Approach To Border Security

Published: Nov 20, 07

Tim Manning, Director New Mexico Department of Homeland Security, discusses state, local, and federal responsibilities inborder security from a public safety perspective focusing on the importance of collaboration and cooperation between all agencies involved.
Creating A Team Culture Through The Provision Of A Broad Spectrum Of Educational Programs At Dhs

Published: Nov 7, 07

In this Viewpoints interview Dr. George Tanner talks about the educational mission of the Department of Homeland Security's Office of the Chief Learning Officer and the implementation of a comprehensive, department-wide employee learning program for all DHS employees.
Chds Thesis Series Fall 2007: Can You Lead Me Now? Leading In The Complex World Of Homeland Security

Published: Oct 9, 07

In this interview, Nola Joyce discusses her masters thesis on suggested activities and processes to yield more successful leadership within an organization which is required when facing complex issues and problems like those found in homeland security.'Can You Lead Me Now? Leading in the Complex World of Homeland Security [pdf]'
Chds Thesis Series Fall 2007: Can You Lead Me Now? Leading In The Complex World Of Homeland Security

Published: Oct 9, 07

Nola Joyce, Chief Administrative Officer, Metropolitan Police, District of Columbia discusses her masters thesis on suggested activities and processes to yield more successful leadership within an organization which is required when facing complex issues and problems like those found in homeland security.'Can You Lead Me Now? Leading in the Complex World of Homeland Security [pdf]'
Chds Thesis Series Fall 2007: Multi-attribute Decision Analysis In Public Health

Published: Oct 5, 07

In this video interview, Sinan Khan, Epidemiology Analyst, Los Angeles County Emergency Preparedness and Response Program speaks on the topic of analyzing the effectiveness of alternative modes of dispensing prophylaxis on a large scale.'Multi Attribute Decision Analysis in Public Health - Analyzing Effectiveness of Alternate Modes of Dispensing [pdf]'
Chds Thesis Series Fall 2007: Integrating Public And Private Partnerships To Produce More Effective Intelligence-led Policing

Published: Oct 4, 07

Matt Simeone, Security/Police Information Network Administrator, Nassau County Police Department discusses the distinct advantages in improving data collection using partnerships developed between local law enforcement agencies and the public and private industry.'The Integration of Virtual Public-Private Partnerships into Local Enforcement to Achieve Enhanced Intelligence-Led Policing [pdf]'
Counter Terrorism Policy In France

Published: Aug 28, 07

Francois Thuillier, a Sr. Counter-Terrorism Official with the French Ministry of the Interior draws distinctions between French and American counter-terrorism policies.