🎣🖥️During the holiday shopping season, criminals send messages that look like they’re from your favorite store—hoping to steal your money or information. If a message looks suspicious, think twice! Learn more about phishing from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency at https://lnkd.in/gM3_RCV5. #DHS #12DaysofSafeShopping #SecureOurWorld
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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With honor and integrity, we will safeguard the American people, our homeland, and our values.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has a vital mission: to secure the nation from the many threats we face. This requires the hard work of more than 260,000 employees in jobs that range from aviation and border security to emergency response, from cybersecurity analyst to chemical facility inspector. Our duties are wide-ranging, and our goal is clear - keeping America safe. Mission 1: Counter Terrorism and Homeland Security Threats Mission 2: Secure U.S. Borders and Approaches Mission 3: Secure Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure Mission 4: Preserve and Uphold the Nation's Prosperity and Economic Security Mission 5: Strengthen Preparedness and Resilience Mission 6: Champion the DHS Workforce and Strengthen the Department We continually strengthen our partnerships with communities, first responders, law enforcement and government agencies - at the state, local, tribal, federal and international levels. We are accelerating the deployment of science, technology, and innovation in order to make America more secure. And we are becoming leaner, smarter, and more efficient, ensuring that every security resource is used as effectively as possible. Together, we are committed to relentless resilience, striving to prevent future attacks against the United States and our allies, responding decisively to natural and man-made disasters, and advancing American prosperity and economic security long into the future.
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https://www.dhs.gov
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- 10,001+ employees
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- Washington, DC
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- 2003
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- Federal Law Enforcement, Border Security, Intelligence, Security, Preventing Terrorism, Immigration Enforcement, Customs, Resilience, Preparedness, Disaster Response, Citizenship and Immigration Services, Cybersecurity, Human Trafficking, Transportation Security, Critical Infrastructure Security, Law Enforcement Partnerships, Emergency Communications, and Science and Technology
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🛡️🖥️Make your holiday online shopping safer by using Multi-Factor Authentication on your accounts. It’s a quick second step to prove it’s you when logging in—like entering a code or your fingerprint. Get more tips from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency at https://lnkd.in/gM3_RCV5. #DHS #12DaysofSafeShopping #SecureOurWorld
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🌨️🥶Get #WinterReady! Stay safe during winter weather by monitoring weather alerts and having a preparedness kit ready. Check out www.ready.gov/kit for more information. #DHS
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Attention all #WoundedWarriors, ill, or injured veterans and transitioning service members who have or expect to receive a Veterans Affairs disability: The DHS Cyber Crimes Center is seeking candidates for a one-year PAID💲internship to join the Human Exploitation Rescue Operation (HERO) Child-Rescue Corps—a program designed to combat and prevent child exploitation. Selected applicants will work in computer forensic laboratories at U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and Homeland Security Investigations law enforcement offices throughout the United States. Interns will attend 3 weeks of indoctrination training and 10 weeks of computer forensics training in Fairfax, Virginia where they will learn the role of the computer forensic analyst in the investigation of child exploitation, human trafficking, and other HSI portfolios. The application period closes December 16. Apply today and help combat #childexploitation. Check out the post below for more information, including how to apply. #DHS #Veterans
☎️Calling All #WoundedWarriors, Ill, or Injured #Veterans! Are you ready to embark on a new mission and make a powerful impact? Look no further! The Human Exploitation Rescue Operation (HERO) Child-Rescue Corps Program is a paid federal internship designed to train, equip, and empower wounded, ill, or injured veterans and transitioning #servicemembers (with a VA/DoD Disability rating) to become computer forensic analysts. This vital role focuses on combating #childexploitation and rescuing victims of child sexual abuse. As a HERO intern, you will: • Support special agents with Homeland Security Investigations • Assist in rescuing child victims of sexual exploitation • Help prosecute sexual predators • Work to prevent child sexual abuse If you’re passionate about serving your country in a meaningful new way, this program offers you the chance to continue being a hero for those who need you most. 🗓️ Applications for the FY2025 HERO Program are now open! The vacancy closes on December 16, 2024. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eWHu-xEA For additional details about the program, visit: www.DHS.gov/hsi/hero Your next mission awaits. Will you answer the call? #USMC #USN #USAF #USA #AirForce #Army #Navy #Marines #Military #LawEnforcement
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🔒🖥 Overwhelmed by trying to remember your passwords? Let a password manager do it for you! Set one up today and shop with ease knowing #StrongPasswords are protecting your accounts. Get more tips from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency visiting https://lnkd.in/gM3_RCV5. #DHS #12DaysofSafeShopping #SecureOurWorld
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📰Recently, our colleagues at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the U.S. Secret Service, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (#CP3) had the privilege of participating in a panel discussion at the Safe and Sound Schools Summit about the critical role of cross-sector collaboration in school safety and security. Safe And Sound Schools is an organization dedicated to empowering safer school communities with education, resources, and programs for crisis prevention, response, and recovery. Check out the post below to learn more. #DHS #SafeAndSoundSchools #SafeAndSoundSummits
Day 1 of the Eastern West Virginia Safety Summit got off to a fantastic start! The day began with welcoming remarks from Michele Gay, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Safe and Sound Schools, and Dr. Ryan Saxe (Ed.D.), Superintendent of Berkeley County Schools WV, who set the stage for a day of meaningful discussions and collaboration. The first keynote, A Community-Focused Approach to Violence Prevention by Dr. Frank Straub, explored the challenges and opportunities of implementing a holistic behavioral threat assessment model to support high-risk students and their caregivers. Next, the expert panel discussion, The Power of Partnership, brought together an esteemed group of experts: Dr. Amy Grosso, PhD from Raptor Technologies, LLC, Lindsay Burton from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Jin Kim, Retired Special Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Michael Kapuscinski from the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC), and Kareem S. from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Moderated by Michele Gay, this panel highlighted the critical role of cross-sector collaboration in addressing violence prevention and fostering safer schools and communities. Dr. Joseph McKenna’s keynote, Pathways for Prevention: Changing the Trajectory, introduced attendees to one of Safe and Sound Schools' signature programs, emphasizing how Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) can be used to establish safer, more supportive learning environments. Michele Gay’s, Perspectives in Prevention: Lessons Learned from the Sandy Hook School Tragedy, provided a deeply personal and powerful message. Michele shared her story and the enduring lessons she continues to advocate in honor of her daughter, Josephine. The day concluded with Community Conversations, offering a collaborative space for participants to exchange ideas, explore practical solutions, and build connections with local leaders, educators, law enforcement representatives, and community advocates. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an incredible first day. We look forward to sharing insights from Day 2 tomorrow! #SafeAndSoundSummits
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🔐🛍️💳Before diving into holiday sales online, update your shopping passwords—16+ characters, random, and unique for each account! Get more tips from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency by visiting https://lnkd.in/gM3_RCV5. #DHS #12DaysofSafeShopping #SecureOurWorld
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💻🎁🎀Ready, set, go! The holiday online shopping frenzy starts now. Before you begin, update software on your device to make sure you’re protected from the latest threats. Get more tips from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency by visiting https://lnkd.in/gM3_RCV5. #DHS #12DaysofSafeShopping #SecureOurWorld
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🛍️⛄💻The holiday online shopping season is upon us! For an enjoyable and scam-free experience, check out Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s #12DaysofSafeShopping tips. Starting tomorrow, we will share one tip a day so you can shop safely. #DHS #SecureOurWorld
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🪪🛡️Did you know December is National Identity Theft Prevention and Awareness Month? Our partners at the Federal Protective Service have compiled resources to help you safeguard your identity and stay secure this holiday season. Skilled identity thieves use a variety of methods to steal your personal information, including: Dumpster Diving – Rummaging through trash looking for bills or other papers containing personal information. Skimming – Stealing credit/debit card information by using hidden devices attached to ATMs, gas pumps, or payment terminals to copy card data. Phishing and Smishing – Impersonating financial institutions, companies, or government agencies by sending fake emails, texts, or pop-up messages, urging you to reveal personal or financial information. Address Change Fraud – Completing change-of-address forms to divert your billing statements and important documents to another location, gaining access to your personal information. “Old-Fashioned” Stealing – Physically stealing wallets, purses, mail (including bank or credit card statements), pre-approved credit offers, new checks, and tax information. Data Breaches and Hacking – Targeting businesses, financial institutions, and health care providers to steal massive amounts of personal information. Social Media Scams – Using personal information posted on social media to answer security questions or impersonate you. SIM Swapping – Transfering your mobile number to a new SIM card by impersonating you to your mobile carrier, allowing them access to SMS-based two-factor authentication codes. Visit https://lnkd.in/g3Sd_JZM for tips on how to protect your identity and more. #DHS #YourSafetyOurPriority #IdentityTheftPrevention
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