As federal agencies are implementing internal control programs in accordance with OMB Circular A-123 a new trend is emerging that focuses on assessing the risk associated with key internal controls to focus testing on processes that present the greatest risk. With limited resources federal agencies are focused on administering internal control programs that are efficient and effective, avoid duplication and minimize the burden on staff. This w...

SMi proudly presents its 5th annual Border Security conference. Following on from the success of last year's event, Border Security 2012 will be hosted in Sofia, Bulgaria for the second time. This must-attend event will provide a timely appraisal of Border Security concerns in Eastern Europe and around the world and will allow delegates to network with key industry players. Industry-leading presentations from: Brigadier General Marek Adamczyk,...

INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL FOR MIDDLE EAST STUDIES Presents To What Extent is Iran a Threat to Israel? Is Military Intervention by Israel and/or the West Probable? Join Trita Parsi and Ehud Eilam for a discussion of these vital questions. Wednesday, February 29, 2012 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. International Council for Middle East Studies 1055 Thomas Jefferson Street, NW Suite M100 Washington, DC 20007 (202) 315-8680 Light refreshment served R.S.V.P....

SecurityClearanceEXPO - Hiring Event Wednesday, February 29th, 2012The Westin Washington Dulles Airport2520 Wasser Terrace, Herndon, VA 2017110:00 AM - 3:00 PM Directions Only (703) 793-3366 Interview With The Areas Top Companies That Are Hiring For 1000's Of Fully Funded Opportunities Pre register At www.SecurityClearanceEXPO.com and click on the date you wish to attend and receive an event pass so you don't have to wait on line to enter. It'...

A Brand New Webinar in the Feith Records Management Reform Series! Records Management Reform without Culture Shock:How To Reform Your RMA without Disrupting Your Users This Wednesday, February 29th: 2pm ET|11am PT Are you preparing to revamp your Agency's Records Management process as a result of the Presidential Memorandum for Managing Government Records - or simply tasked to improve it - but your users are worried about altering what they're...

Join Deltek’s Jennifer Sakole for a free review of the recently released Federal Regional Report: Norfolk, VA (Jan 2012). Deltek’s Federal Regional Report: Norfolk, VA focuses on the trends and issues driving Federal business in the region. About Federal Regional Report – Norfolk, VA: The Norfolk region offers an abundance of business opportunities, particularly with the Navy. As vendors develop their strategic plan to either...

Cloud computing has been getting a lot of ink - and a lot of hype. But can it really deliver better value, particularly for tasks like asset management and service management? And equally important, how do IT managers feel about using the cloud in this way? A recent IDG Research survey uncovered some surprising findings. In this live, interactive Webcast, you will learn the full results of the survey. Join award-winning technology editor Stan...

Cloud computing has been getting a lot of ink - and a lot of hype. But can it really deliver better value, particularly for tasks like asset management and service management? And equally important, how do IT managers feel about using the cloud in this way? A recent IDG Research survey uncovered some surprising findings. In this live, interactive Webcast, you will learn the full results of the survey.Join award-winning technology editor Stan G...

Encouraged by the ongoing enthusiasm and interest being generated by the Indian Information Security Community, we are very pleased to announce our course lineup for SANS Secure India 2012, 20-25 February 2012, taught by SANS' top instructors from Australia and North America. This event will be held at the Hotel Royal Orchid, Bangalore.SECURITY 401: Security Essentials Bootcamp Style (GSEC) taught by SANS Certified Instructor, Mark HofmanMaxim...

The budget has become more than just a battleground for agencies and IT shops, it’s become an issue of national debate. The result: a $1.2 trillion cut to federal spending over the next decade. With no agency or department off-limits, initiatives like data center consolidation, cloud computing and mobile government become even more important. But to be successful in this new environment, agencies will need to consider more than individua...