DHS Science and Technology Directorate@dhsscitech

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Joined May 2009
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Calling all students! Applications for HS-POWER summer internships are now open. Gain real world experience, connect with professionals, and get paid while doing it. STEM and social science majors—this opportunity is for you. Apply by Dec 2, 2026: bit.ly/3SxI6cq
The image promotes "HS-POWER," a program offering paid internships in homeland security. It encourages undergraduate and graduate students in STEM, including social sciences, to apply by December 2, 2026. The background is decorated with students carrying backpacks and icons representing various academic fields. The logo for Science and Technology is displayed at the bottom right.

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S&T is hiring a Division Director for Cyber Tech & Network Defense. Bring your IT expertise and leadership to our homeland security mission. Review qualifications and apply by Oct. 23: usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetai… #Cybersecurity #NowHiring
Apply Today! Positions now available at DHS S&T. Visit USAJobs.gov to apply. Logos for Science and Technology, and various abstract design elements are in the background.

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As identity fraud goes digital, so do our defenses. S&T is partnering with industry to evaluate remote identity validation technologies and design the next generation of fraud-resistant digital IDs. Discover how we're securing digital identity systems: go.dhs.gov/5Gd
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You now have two days to submit your solution! October 21, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET is the submission deadline to the Prize Challenge. Answers to contestant questions are now available. Review the updates and submit your solution: go.dhs.gov/5Ez
The image shows a promotional graphic for the "ID the Biothreat" AI-assisted algorithmic biodetection prize challenge. It announces that the submission deadline has been extended to October 21, 2026. A pattern of hexagonal shapes is seen in the background.

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Putting counter-drone technology to the test. DHS S&T and law enforcement partners assessed C-UAS systems in operational scenarios to help inform public safety agencies’ equipment purchasing decisions. Learn more: go.dhs.gov/5Da
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More connected 911 systems start with interoperability. S&T and our partners released the first open-source #NG911 test code repository to help agencies verify standards conformance and equipment compatibility. Learn more: go.dhs.gov/5rJ
A smartphone screen displays "911 emergency." Nearby, red emergency lights reflect onto a wet surface. The image is labeled with "Science and Technology" and includes text: "Feature Article: Next-Gen 911 Interoperability: One Step Closer.

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Want hands-on research experience with DHS? The HS-POWER program offers 10-week paid summer internships for undergrad and grad students in STEM and social sciences. Work with professionals, build your network, and advance your career. Learn more and apply: bit.ly/3SxI6cq
The image is a promotional banner for "HS-POWER," highlighting paid research-focused internships in homeland security. It encourages STEM undergraduate and graduate students to apply by December 2, 2026. The background features silhouettes of people with backpacks, STEM icons, and the Science and Technology logo.

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Deadline extended! You now have until October 21, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET to submit to the Prize Challenge. Answers to contestant questions are now available. Review the updates and submit your solution: go.dhs.gov/5Ez
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S&T is hiring! Applications are open for the Senior Level position of Principal Senior Advisor for Intelligence and Exquisite Technologies. Review qualifications and apply by Oct. 27: usajobs.gov/job/888631100
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⏰ Last call for submissions! Ideas for the Ready, Set...ID the Biothreat prize challenge are due this week. Help S&T find American-made solutions that can detect new biothreats and provide actionable insight. Learn more and submit your tech today: dhs.gov/science-and-technolo…
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S&T's National Urban Security Technology Laboratory developed a custom mapping tool that let security teams visualize C-UAS coverage across entire cities. The result: Smarter sensor placement + better protection for World Cup venues. Check out more pics: go.dhs.gov/5XL
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Have questions about the Ready, Set, ID the Biothreat challenge? ⏰ Technical questions are due October 12 at 11:59 p.m. ET. 📩 Submit to: prizeauthority@hq.dhs.gov Learn more: go.dhs.gov/5Ez
This image promotes the "AI-Assisted Algorithmic Biodetection Prize Challenge" with the headline "Ready, Set... ID the BioThreat." It mentions that submissions are due October 14, 2026. The logo of the Department of Homeland Security is displayed alongside the text.

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Can AI help advance biological threat detection? 🧬 DHS S&T is seeking innovative algorithms through its AI-assisted biodetection prize challenge, with nearly $1M in total prizes. Stage 1 deadline: Oct. 14 at 12 p.m. ET. Learn more: dhs.gov/science-and-technolo…
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Keeping America's railways on track through cybersecurity! S&T's Project CHARIOT is prepared for digital challenges. Learn more about this ongoing effort and the real-world testing that makes it possible: go.dhs.gov/5gN
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Ready, Set…ID the Biothreat: If you're working on tech that can quickly spot biological threats, S&T wants to work with you. U.S. innovators can compete for up to $999,990 in total prizes for computational tools that ID biothreats in complex environments. dhs.gov/science-and-technolo…
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S&T and @NUSTL put C-UAS technology to the test with law enforcement partners from across the country. See what they learned: go.dhs.gov/5Da
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Is your satellite cyber secure? You’d better be able to check! Discover SpaceCOP, the open-source reference implementation and explore how onboard threat detection can strengthen cyber resilience for space systems 👉 github.com/the-aerospace-cor…
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Looking for your next executive leadership opportunity? S&T is seeking an Executive Director for Strategy and Engagement to help guide strategy and strengthen engagement across the Directorate. Open to all U.S. citizens. Apply by Oct. 16: usajobs.gov/job/887162600
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S&T prize challenges help crowdsource innovative, American-made solutions for homeland security challenges. Ready, Set...ID the Biothreat offers up to $999,990 in total awards for AI-assisted biodetection approaches. Submit your ideas: dhs.gov/science-and-technolo…
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📢 It's time to apply for summer 2027 internships! Graduate and undergraduate students majoring in STEM and social sciences are encouraged to apply for the HS-POWER internship program. Best of all? It's paid! Applications are due by Dec 2, 2026. Details: bit.ly/3SxI6cq
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