Congressional Hearing on DHS Counterintelligence and Insider Threats
January 1, 2017
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The Frame
This hearing provides oversight on how the Department of Homeland Security protects sensitive government information and infrastructure from internal security risks posed by employees or contractors.
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Department of Homeland Security employees
These individuals are subject to the counterintelligence and insider threat programs and policies discussed during the hearing.
U.S. House Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence
The subcommittee members are responsible for conducting oversight and evaluating the effectiveness of DHS security programs.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2017.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on July 13, 2016, in the Cannon House Office Building.
- The subcommittee held a public session followed by a closed, classified session to discuss sensitive security matters.
- The hearing focused on the effectiveness of DHS counterintelligence and insider threat programs.
- Witnesses included the DHS Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis, the DHS Chief Security Officer, and the U.S. Coast Guard Assistant Commandant for Intelligence.
- The meeting was originally scheduled for an earlier date and was postponed to accommodate the committee's schedule.
Why It Matters
This hearing provides oversight on how the Department of Homeland Security protects sensitive government information and infrastructure from internal security risks posed by employees or contractors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is an 'insider threat' in this context?
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Discoveries
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Transition to Classified Oversight
The hearing demonstrates the standard procedure for congressional committees to move from public testimony to classified sessions when discussing sensitive intelligence and security protocols.
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