The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) is a dynamic organization that serves as the professional voice of law enforcement. The IACP addresses cutting edge issues confronting law enforcement through advocacy, programs and research, as well as training and other professional services.
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National Association of Attorneys General
NAAGÕs mission is to facilitate interaction among Attorneys General as peers and to facilitate the enhanced performance of Attorneys General and their staffs. The Association fosters interstate cooperation on legal and law enforcement issues, conducts policy research and analysis of issues, conducts training, and facilitates communication between the statesÕ chief legal officers and all levels of government.
SciLaw Forensics, Ltd
SciLawForensics provide onsite or online training and education on forensic DNA, crime scene investigation, evidence identification, preservation and collection, ethics, and ocurtroom testimony to law enforcement, attorneys, forensic scientists, and other criminal justice professionals.
WiredSafety
WiredSafety is the largest and oldest online safety, education, and help group in the world. It now provides one-to-one help, extensive information, and education to cyberspace users of all ages on a myriad of Internet and interactive technology safety, privacy and security issues. These services are offered through a worldwide organization comprised entirely of unpaid volunteers who administer specialized websites, resources and programs.
National District Attorneys Association (NDAA)
NDAA’s mission is “to be the voice of America’s prosecutors and to support efforts to protect the rights and safety of the people.” NDAA provides training on digital technology and forensic evidence (including computer forensics). These classes are designed for prosecutors and are held in-person only.
Cyber Security Advisors (CSAs)
CSAs are regionally located DHS personnel who direct coordination, outreach, and regional support to protect cyber components essential to the sustainability, preparedness, and protection of the Nation’s critical infrastructure and SLTT governments.
Protective Security Advisors (PSAs)
PSAs are trained critical infrastructure protection and vulnerability mitigation subject matter experts deployed in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.They conduct joint site visits and vulnerability assessments of critical infrastructure assets with the FBI, and work with the USSS to provide vulnerability assessments and security planning.
National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework
The National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework classifies the typical duties and skill requirements of cybersecurity workers. The Framework is meant to define professional requirements in cybersecurity, much as other professions, such as medicine and law, have done.
United States Secret Service (USSS) National computer Forensics Institute (NCFI)
The USSS NCFI is a partnership between the USSS, DHS, State of Alabama, and the Alabama District Attorney’s Association to train state and local law enforcement, judges and prosecutors in digital evidence, network intrusion, and computer/mobile device forensic issues. NCFI training courses are offered for free for state, local, tribal and territorial (SLTT) government attendees, through funding from the federal government.
Federal Virtual Training Environment (FedVTE)
Federal Virtual Training Environment (FedVTE) is an online, and on-demand cybersecurity training system for government personnel. With courses ranging from beginner to advanced levels, FedVTE exists to help the workforce maintain expertise and foster operational readiness.
