The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is the source document when contracting with the procurement offices of both federal defense and civilian agencies for the purchase goods and services. A close and detailed working knowledge of the FAR is mandatory for government, contractor, and subcontractor personnel in order to maintain the best possible contracts and compliance with its requirements. This two-day FAR “Less Complicated...

Cyber Security Training in Atlanta, GeorgiaNow is the time to advance your career and develop skills to better protect your organization from today’s cyber threats. Join us at SANS Atlanta 2018 (May 29-June 3), and learn directly from the world’s top cyber security practitioners. Through hands-on immersion training, our courses provide you with the cutting-edge skills needed to defend your organization against security breaches and...

Join us for a full day of training by industry leaders discussing some of the latest topics in tactics and techniques for preparing for cyber-attacks. This conference will feature a variety of presentations and cutting edge training opportunities, including hands-on demonstrations and workshops. About ISSA Developing and Connecting Cybersecurity Leaders Globally. The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)® is the community of choi...

Data security threats continue to increase in number and sophistication. The growing use of collaborative technologies – from mobile devices and social media to virtualization and cloud computing – will continue to be one of the most significant factors impacting the security landscape. For these reasons, the federal government has increased efforts to minimize and prevent cyber security attacks, and will continue to place signific...

The threat landscape is rapidly changing and our adversaries are constantly evolving to improve their capabilities and stay ahead of defensive measures. Your security program needs to keep pace. Join us at the Cyber Threat Intelligence Forum to learn how to use threat intelligence to focus your security program on the threats that matter to your organization. Intelligence experts will provide an up-to-date overview of the threat landscape with...

Competition for talent is at an all-time high, and unemployment rates have dipped to pre-recession levels. Skills gaps and shortages are negatively impacting agencies’ abilities to make hires in key segments like technology and healthcare. According to the Office of Personnel Management’s most recent Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey, only 32% report that they have the ability to recruit people with the right talent and skills.

As Federal agencies move toward hybrid cloud environments, the need for IT managers to bridge the gap between today’s current infrastructures and tomorrow’s cloud future is vital. While modernization is on the forefront of many Federal IT conversations, various hold-ups including fear of change and loss of control have impeded progress. As Federal IT managers look for a solution, next-generation hyper converged infrastructure (HCI)...

Seminar Information Too often importers expect their brokers to do all of the work when it comes to the importing process. Unfortunately the broker is NOT a tax advisor. Any errors they make could result in penalties for you, the importer. Learn the key compliance elements of importing, classification, valuation, country of origin duty payment and record keeping. Learn also how to decipher those cryptic forms your broker supplies to you. Regis...

Seminar Information: Does your staff understand the "terms of sale" of your international transactions? It is critical to comprehend the seller and buyer's rights and obligations with respect to the shipping or transportation of goods. Take this class to understand who is responsible for insurance and when transfer of risk moves from the Seller to the Buyer. Registration includes a copy of "Incoterms® 2010 & the UCC" reference book. Cl...

This course offers essential skills in professional business development. It begins with an overview of the Federal business development process and what it takes to succeed in the profession. It proceeds to the basics of doing business with the U.S. Government. It then focuses on the nuances of Government contracting that every business developer has to understand in order to win contracts, such as rules of the socioeconomic program for small...