http://www.informationweek.com/news/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=218401310 By J. Nicholas Hoover InformationWeek July 9, 2009 The Department of Homeland Security has significantly improved the cybersecurity of its top secret intelligence computer systems in the last two years, according to the recently released summary of an Inspector General report issued earlier this year. "Information security procedures have been documented and controls have been implemented, providing an effective level of security for the department's intelligence systems," the Office of the Inspector General said in its report. Last year's report noted that DHS had not established a formal training program for employees who have responsibilities for DHS intelligence systems. This year's review notes that the DHS has created the Sensitive Compartmented Information Systems Information Assurance Handbook, "which provides department intelligence personnel with security procedures and requirements to administer its intelligence systems and the information processed." A 2008 review noted progress on earlier cybersecurity goals, including creating and updating an inventory of Top Secret and sensitive information systems and certifying and accrediting those systems in accordance with intelligence directives. The 2009 report found continued certification and accreditation. [...] _______________________________________________ Attend Black Hat USA, July 25-30 in Las Vegas, the world's premier technical event for ICT security experts. Network with 4,000+ delegates from 50 nations. Visit product displays by 30 top sponsors in a relaxed setting. http://www.blackhat.comReceived on Fri Jul 10 2009 - 01:49:23 PDT
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