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  • Cybersecurity Advisors

    Cybersecurity Advisors (CSAs) offer Cybersecurity assistance to critical infrastructure owners and operators and SLTT officials. They introduce organizations to various CISA Cybersecurity products and services, along with other public and private resources, and act as liaisons to CISA cyber programs. They can provide cyber preparedness assessments and protective resources, working group support, leadership, partnership in public-private development, and coordination and support in times of cyber threat, disruption, or attack.

    Audience:
    Campus Law Enforcement, State and Local Law Enforcement, Territorial Law Enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement
    Mission Area:
    Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure
    Resource Type:
    Assessments, Educational Resources, Field Support, Technical Assistance, Training or Exercises
    Topic:
    Combat Cyber Crime, Critical Infrastructure, Cybersecurity
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  • Protective Security Advisors

    Protective Security Advisors are trained subject matter experts in critical infrastructure protection and vulnerability mitigation. They facilitate local field activities in coordination with other DHS offices and federal agencies. They also advise and assist state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) officials and critical infrastructure owners and operators, and provide coordination and support in times of threat, disruption, or attack.

    Audience:
    Campus Law Enforcement, State and Local Law Enforcement, Territorial Law Enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement
    Mission Area:
    Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure, Resilience
    Resource Type:
    Assessments, Educational Resources, Field Support, Technical Assistance, Training or Exercises
    Topic:
    Active Shooter Preparedness, Bombing Prevention, Critical Infrastructure, Emergency Communications, Physical Security, School Safety, Secure Public Gatherings, Strengthen National Resilience
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  • Free CISA Cybersecurity Services & Tools

    In addition to offering a range of no-cost CISA-provided Cybersecurity services, CISA has compiled a list of free services and tools provided by private and public sector organizations across the cyber community.

    Audience:
    Campus Law Enforcement, State and Local Law Enforcement, Territorial Law Enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement
    Mission Area:
    Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure
    Resource Type:
    Assessments, Educational Resources
    Topic:
    Critical Infrastructure, Cybersecurity
    Last Updated:

  • C-IED Technical Assistance Program

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP) Technical Assistance Program (TAP) strategically guides comprehensive Improvised Explosive Device (IED) incident risk management and provides preparedness assistance. The TAP increases preparedness capabilities across partner jurisdictions through a deliberate, synchronized, and efficient process to reduce risk to the Nation’s critical infrastructure and communities.

    Audience:
    State and Local Law Enforcement, Territorial Law Enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement
    Mission Area:
    Resilience, Terrorism and National Security Threats
    Resource Type:
    Assessments, Technical Assistance
    Topic:
    Bombing Prevention, Critical Infrastructure, Physical Security, School Safety, Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention
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  • Explosive Blast Modeling Assessment

    Explosive Blast Modeling (EBM) Program uses current blast modeling technologies and tools to provide a physics-based, 3D-model used for anti-terrorism and public safety against Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attacks. Assessments can be conducted on existing critical infrastructure facilities or open-air special events such as parades, concerts, or other large gatherings. These assessments help identify and visualize gaps in the existing access controls and allowable standoff at venues, critical infrastructure facilities, and special events.

    Audience:
    Campus Law Enforcement, State and Local Law Enforcement, Territorial Law Enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement
    Mission Area:
    Resilience, Terrorism and National Security Threats
    Resource Type:
    Assessments
    Topic:
    Bombing Prevention, Critical Infrastructure, Physical Security, School Safety, Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention
    Last Updated:

  • Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Capability Assessments

    The Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Capabilities Assessments (CCA) Program is a systematic program that evaluates and analyzes public safety agencies and entities in a methodological assessment process. The CCA Program determines the specific capabilities and activities to best address IED risks and resources gaps found during the assessment process. At its core, the CCA Program provides a complete picture of local and regional IED risks and sources identified gaps with the Office for Bombing Prevention's (OBP) preparedness resources.

    Audience:
    Campus Law Enforcement, State and Local Law Enforcement, Territorial Law Enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement
    Mission Area:
    Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure, Terrorism and National Security Threats
    Resource Type:
    Assessments, Programs or Services
    Topic:
    Bombing Prevention, Critical Infrastructure, Physical Security, School Safety, Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention
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  • Regional Prevention Coordinators

    Based in communities across the United States, RPCs increase awareness of targeted violence and violence prevention; provide resources, training, and technical assistance; advise on prevention programs and strategies; and improve information sharing between partners related to targeted violence and terrorism prevention (TVTP).

    Audience:
    Campus Law Enforcement, State and Local Law Enforcement, Territorial Law Enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement
    Mission Area:
    Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure, Terrorism and National Security Threats
    Resource Type:
    Assessments, Educational Resources, Field Support, Technical Assistance, Training or Exercises
    Topic:
    Active Shooter Preparedness, Bombing Prevention, School Safety, Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention
    Last Updated:

  • CBRNE Program

    The Federal Protective Service responds to credible chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and energetic materials (CBRNE) threats or incidents. The CBRNE Program provides support to incident investigations, threat assessments, emergency operations, and provides evacuation support, mutual aid, and training assistance. The CWMD Office supports Federal, State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial (FSLTT) partners with funding, equipment and support. This is primarily accomplished through the flagship CBRN programs BioWatch, Securing the Cities, and the Mobile Detection Deployment Program and through the Training and Exercise program.

    Audience:
    Campus Law Enforcement, State and Local Law Enforcement, Territorial Law Enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement
    Mission Area:
    Terrorism and National Security Threats
    Resource Type:
    Assessments, Programs or Services, Technical Assistance, Training or Exercises
    Topic:
    Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE)
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  • DHS Prevention Resource Finder

    The Prevention Resource Finder provides tools to help people prepare for and prevent acts of targeted violence like mass shootings, school and campus shootings, workplace violence, and hate crimes. Resources include community support; grant funding opportunities; information-sharing platforms; evidence-based research; bullying, depression, domestic violence, and mental health support; gun safety best practices; and training opportunities for communities to reduce the risk of targeted violence, including hate-based targeted violence.

    Audience:
    Campus Law Enforcement, State and Local Law Enforcement, Territorial Law Enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement
    Mission Area:
    Border Security, Crimes of Exploitation and Victim Services, Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure, Terrorism and National Security Threats
    Resource Type:
    Assessments, Educational Resources, Field Support, Grant Funding Opportunities, Operational Support, Programs or Services, Research and Development, Technical Assistance, Training or Exercises
    Topic:
    Active Shooter Preparedness, Bombing Prevention, Physical Security, School Safety, Secure Public Gatherings, Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention
    Last Updated:

  • ChemPREP Program

    CWMD’s program to partner with SLTT stakeholders to examine each local jurisdiction's unique chemical threats and vulnerabilities; assess their ability to respond and recommend actions to enhance their readiness; and connect the jurisdiction with other federal resources to improve coordination and overall preparedness. For more information contact ChemDefense@hq.dhs.gov.

    Audience:
    Campus Law Enforcement, State and Local Law Enforcement, Territorial Law Enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement
    Mission Area:
    Terrorism and National Security Threats
    Resource Type:
    Assessments, Programs or Services
    Topic:
    Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE)
    Last Updated: