Homeland Security

AFCEA serves the homeland security community—from subject matter experts to frontline responders—by enabling the ethical exchange of information on defense, security, cyber, intelligence and related disciplines.  

Objectives of Homeland Security in AFCEA 

  • Strengthen AFCEA’s relationships with the homeland security enterprise and position AFCEA as a catalyst for dialogue with industry and the global security community. 
  • Promote public/private partnership and engagement between government and the private sector to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration. 
  • Provide premier education and training on homeland security-related subjects, including cross-topic areas such as cyber and information technology. 
  • Recognize and honor accomplishments of AFCEA members through awards focused on joint industry/government achievements. 

Focus Areas 

  • Biodefense 
  • Biometrics/Identity Management 
  • Border Security (including land, maritime and country) 
  • Critical Infrastructure and Perimeter Protection 
  • Cybersecurity 
  • Emergency Preparedness and Response (for both terrorism and natural disasters) 
  • Next-Generation Security Technologies 
  • Transportation Security (including aviation and maritime) 

Events for Homeland Security

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Benefits of Membership for Homeland Professionals
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INTERACTIONS
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Develop and maintain relationships withlarge and small businesses. We do not lobby, which helps us provide a more open forum between the military, government and AFCEA's corporate members. 

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NETWORKING
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Meet, engage and collaborate with a variety of professionals, including officers and enlisted personnel, academia, civilian government and industry as an individual member of AFCEA. Attend events and become involved with one of the many AFCEA chapters worldwide.

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CAREER AND TRANSITION SUPPORT
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AFCEA leadership opportunities at the international, regional and chapter levels provide valuable skills, experience and visibility. It is also a way to build your resume.

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MENTORS
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Every great leader had mentors to guide them and a network for support. The AFCEA community gives you the opportunity to learn from successful government, military, industry and academic professionals and to build a peer network. 

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SCHOLARSHIPS
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AFCEA’s scholarship programs at the international and chapter levels reward professional and academic accomplishments. 

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NEWS AND INFORMATION
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SIGNAL Mediaoffers in-depth, relevant news in the cyber, communications and information technology realms of the defense, intelligence and global security communities. Members receive SIGNAL Magazine monthly in print, digital or both formats, based on their preference. 

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HOMELAND SECURITY COMMITTEE
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AFCEA’s Homeland Security Committee comprises volunteers from the public and private sectors who help ensure that collaboration, cooperation and communication take place throughout government agencies at all levels. Committee members meet regularly to examine the latest threats to nations and discuss ideas for solutions.

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AFFORDABILITY
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AFCEA membership is one of the most efficient ways to help the national security, defense industry, yourself and your career.

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