Announcements

Join us for a FREE webinar on "International Cooperation on Cybercrime" on January 22, 2015 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm (EST). Register for the event now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/international-cooperation-on-cybercrime-tickets-15203970485 This webinar will address the role of international cooperation in responding to cybercrime. It will discuss the Council of Europe Convention on Cyber Crime (Budapest Convention), the role of the 24/7 Network of National Cybercrime Points of Contact, and role of legal attaches in mutual legal assistance (MLAT). The webinar will also address the strengths and weaknesses of international cooperation through case studies.   Presenter: Dr. Kevin Newmeyer Currently the Senior Operations Director for the CREATEtm project of the DoD High Performance Computing Modernization Program, Dr. Newmeyer has successfully held a variety of positions in the military, academia, international civil service, and the private sector. His research focuses on international policy issues in cybersecurity. Along with his Ph.D. in Public Policy from Walden University, Dr. Newmeyer’s educational career is highlighted by his selection as an Olmsted Scholar which enabled him to earn his MA in International Relations from the Instituto Universitario Ortega y Gasset in Madrid, Spain.  He holds additional degrees from Escuela Diplomática of Spain (Diplomado de Estudios Internacionales), George Mason University (MBA), and the US Naval Academy (BS). Dr. Newmeyer is also a fellow at the National Cybersecurity Institute.   This webinar qualifies for 1 CPE credit from IAPP. For more information, please contact us: nci@excelsior.edu

Copyright © 2015 The National Cybersecurity Institute at Excelsior College, All rights reserved.

 

Please help develop a diverse, well qualified candidate pool for this Senior Executive Service position -- open to all US citizens through February 9, 2015.  Questions should be directed to the contact on the announcement.

Director, Natick Soldier Research & Engineering Center (NSRDEC)

As Director, Natick Soldier Research & Engineering Center (NSRDEC) has full responsibility for a total RD&E Program. The Director manages a multi-disciplinary program for the Army and joint services to maximize War fighter's survivability, combat effectiveness, and quality of life in the field under worldwide environmental extremes and hazardous conditions. The Director leads Soldier System integration of a highly diverse set of technologies supporting the development of items in the commodity areas of clothing and individual equipment, combat technologies supporting the development of items in the commodity areas of clothing and individual equipment, combat rations and field feeding equipment, shelters and field services equipment, and personnel and cargo airdrop systems. Plans and accomplish fundamental research where basic data of significance to assigned Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of Army (DA) programs are lacking; establishing new technological and scientific principles and developing new or improved items, systems and subsistence, clothing and textile materials. Serves under the general direction of and receives broad strategic guidance from the Executive Deputy and Commanding General, RDECOM. Performance is reviewed in the broadest terms for technical perceptiveness, managerial competence and senior leadership effectiveness for the results of the total RD&E Program considering effectiveness of operations and effective tie-in of research objectives and activities of the NSRDEC with pertinent military developments and priorities. Oversees a civilian workforce of 810 (40 military); directly supervises three Scientific & Professional & GS-15/14 experts and consultants.

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/391520800 

The U.S. Border Patrol is hiring!  The recruitment website is at http://www.cbp.gov/careers.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the largest law enforcement agency within the Department of Homeland Security, charged with all border-related security, regulatory and administrative missions. We presently have more than 60,000 employees serving both nationwide and overseas.

Read the recent article which also quotes President Sanz on Border Patrol recruitment of women.

http://www.wifle.org/pdf/BorderPatrolishiring_Dec2014.pdf

Posted cap January 2015

Weblink to Press Release, 
http://www.ice.gov/news/releases/hsi-special-agent-awarded-outstanding-federal-law-enforcement-employee-award

HSI San Francisco ASAC Receives 2014 WIFLE Public Service Award 12/29/2014

Some might say destiny steered U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) assistant special agent in charge (ASAC) for San Francisco Kit Welsh toward her current career. Welsh’s mother, a stay at home mom, stepped out of the house in her mid-40s to pursue work in law enforcement and remained active in the field until her retirement.

“I saw firsthand the opportunities for adventure and the work ethic and determination that law enforcement requires,” recalls Welsh, who is a recipient of the 2014 Women in Federal Law Enforcement (WIFLE) Public Service Award. In selecting Welsh for the honor, WIFLE cited her long commitment and sustained superior performance as a law enforcement agent and manager, as well as her work as a role model and mentor for other women seeking to pursue careers in this demanding arena.

“Kit has been an exceptional law enforcement officer for the past 27 years, and since joining ICE in 2003, she has excelled as an investigator, manager and mentor,” said Tatum King, acting special agent in charge for HSI San Francisco.


Welsh, who grew up in Seattle, said: “I knew instinctively from very early on that I wanted a career as a criminal investigator, and I remain similarly committed to doing everything I can to encourage other women who have similar ambitions.” In the early 1990s, Welsh, who was starting her family while working for legacy agency U.S. Customs, drafted the agency’s first part-time employment program for agents, which was based on successful plans adopted at other federal agencies. Based on her experiences, Welsh offered assistance to other female agents to help them to maintain their careers in law enforcement while caring for their young children.

In 2010, as ASAC for HSI Portland, Welsh laid the groundwork for the move to a new office, coordinating closely with numerous other agencies and stakeholders. In addition, she was quick to recognize the leadership potential of others and ensured they were promoted accordingly. A strong believer in the benefits of training and development for agents, Welsh has always been able to find ways for a deserving agent to participate in a requested program, even during the toughest financial times.


“If Kit thinks something should happen, she will go to the mat to make it happen,” said Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) supervisory special agent Melissa Cooley of Tucson, who thanks to Welsh’s support, participated in the agency’s year-long Executive Leadership Program. “She was always there suggesting new ways that I could satisfy objectives and help me get the most out of the program.”

In 2009, Welsh, working with OPR, took on the assignment of traveling to HSI offices throughout the world, conducting management inspections assessing compliance with ICE policies and offering her recommendations for process and procedure improvement. As ASAC for HSI San Jose, she drew upon that experience, overseeing investigations that have resulted in numerous criminal arrests, indictments and convictions throughout HSI San Francisco’s far reaching jurisdiction, according to acting King.

Thanks to Welsh’s management of HSI San Francisco’s Devil Horns gang investigation and takedown, 31 defendants were indicted on federal racketeering charges related to their involvement in Mara Salvatrucha (MS-13), nearly all of whom were eventually convicted.

“In the end, it’s all about balance,” ASAC Welsh said. “Having rich and fulfilling lives outside of the office is what helps motivate us both as parents and as law enforcement professionals to strive to keep our neighborhoods and our communities safe.”

The United States Capitol Police (USCP) is a federal law enforcement agency in the Legislative Branch of Government. Our mission is “To protect Congress, its legislative processes, Members, employees, visitors and facilities from crime, disruption, or terrorism.” Our agency is charged with protecting life and property, preventing, detecting and investigating criminal acts: enforcing traffic regulations throughout a large complex of congressional building. We serve these individuals throughout the entire United States, its territories and possessions, and the District of Columbia. As “America’s Police Department”, USCP employs approximately 2000 sworn and civilian personnel that provide a full range of security and law enforcement services to the Congressional community.

We are seeking positive thinking, courteous, and self-confident individuals for entry-level police officer positions which offer competitive salaries; comprehensive benefits and extensive professional development and training.

As a United States Capitol Police (USCP) Officer, you will perform a full range of rewarding police duties and responsibilities which include:

• Enforcing federal, state, county and municipal laws and ordinances, and agency rules and

regulations relating to law enforcement;

• Protecting the Capitol complex, Members of Congress, visitors, and staff from threats of crime

and disruption; preserving law and order; serving as a deterrent to crime and other violations of laws,

rules, and regulations;

• Taking charge of accidents and crime scenes, restrict access; observe, stop and question

suspicious person;

• Preparing reports, and testifying in court; and,

• Performing protective services, guarding federal owned buildings and property and protecting

government equipment and material.

Upon successful completion of training, probation, time in grade and completion of all experience
requirements, future competitive promotions may be available to become a higher rank or officer within a specialized area such as; Patrol Division, K-9, Containment Emergency Response Team (CERT), Dignitary Protection (DPD), Intelligence (INTEL), Hazardous Material Response Team (HMRT), Threats and/or other positions within the agency.

Applicants may review and apply for this position through the Office of Personnel Management's 
website at www.usajobs.gov . This vacancy will be open from 1 January 2015 through 11 January 2015.

Do you have what it takes to become a part of “America’s Police Department”?

Learn more about the Police Officer position requirements, benefits, salary, and hiring process at our website! www.uscapitolpolice.gov 

Please read the announcement being shared by WIFLE.

 

 

AAGEN Announcement

Or click the link below.

 

http://wifle.wildapricot.org/Resources/Documents/announcements/AsianAmericanGovernmentExecutivesNetwork.pdf

 

Contact for current announcements:

Marina
DePeralta, PHR |Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City| 816-881-2298 |marina.deperalta@kc.frb.org

2015 World Police & Fire Games, being hosted in Fairfax County,
Virginia next summer between June 26, and July 5, 2015.

Go to, www.fairfax2015.com for additional information.