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Counting Costs: The Impact of a Government Shutdown on the Security Industry

Security Industry Association

A federal government shutdown on Oct. is that Congress will be unable to pass the 12 annual appropriations bills that fund government operations – or even adopt an extension of current spending under a “continuing resolution for temporary relief” – before the beginning of the new fiscal year. A federal government shutdown on Oct.

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U.S. House Passes Bill to Requiring FCC to Limit New Authorizations for Chinese Equipment, Prohibit Revocation

Security Industry Association

would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to adopt rules prohibiting “equipment authorization” for certain Chinese telecommunications and video surveillance equipment. 19, the FCC had published a proposed rule that would prohibit new authorizations for equipment considered part of the FCC’s “Covered List.”

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Data governance: A best practices framework for managing data assets

CIO Governance

Data governance definition. Data governance is a system for defining who within an organization has authority and control over data assets and how those data assets may be used. It encompasses the people, processes, and technologies required to manage and protect data assets.

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How FICAM Revisions Enable New Security Solutions in the Government Sector

Security Industry Association

For government facilities and civilian organizations alike, establishing an effective physical access control system (PACS) is a top priority. government facilities, though, designing a PACS that complies with the latest updates to Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 201-3 is of vital importance.

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The Best Governance, Risk, and Compliance Software to Consider

Solutions Review

Solutions Review’s listing of the best governance, risk, and compliance software is an annual mashup of products that best represent current market conditions, according to the crowd. To make your search a little easier, we’ve profiled the best governance, risk, and compliance software all in one place. Platform: IBM OpenPages.

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Security Industry Association Recognizes Paul Anstine and Scott Shellenberger With 2023 Excellence in Government Service Awards

Security Industry Association

. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has recognized Paul Anstine, majority staff director for the House Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Homeland Security, and Scott Shellenberger, state’s attorney for Baltimore County, Maryland, with the 2023 SIA Excellence in Government Service Award. Department of Homeland Security.

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Protecting Mass Gathering Venues Against Drone Threats: How SIA and the Industry Are Leading the Way

Security Industry Association

Bill Edwards and Cory Peterson discuss how SIA and our members are working to advance UAS-specific authorities and regulations within the United States Code. 32 – which governs criminal acts involving aircraft, including the act of downing a drone – is a necessary step to the delegation of authorities in this operating environment.