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Welcome

Welcome to the New York City Police Department's latest counterterrorism program, NYPD SHIELD. SHIELD is an umbrella program for a series of current and future Police Department initiatives that pertain to private sector security and counterterrorism.

This is a public-private partnership based on providing best practices, lessons learned, counterterrorism training opportunities, and information sharing. SHIELD seeks to partner with private sector security managers with the goal of protecting New York City from terrorist attacks.

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News
32 Killed in Hotel Attack in Somalia
8/24/2010 7:30:00 AM
At least 32 people were killed, including six Somali parliamentarians when a suicide bomber and gunmen wearing military uniforms attacked a hotel near Somalia's presidential palace Monday. Full story, click AP, BBC or FoxNews.

Intelligence Research Specialist Position
2/1/2010 6:45:00 AM
The New York City Police Department’s Counterterrorism Bureau is currently accepting applications for the following positions: An Intelligence Research Specialist specializing in chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) threats and an Intelligence Research Specialist with a background in chemistry and specializing in explosives. To view the responsibilities and qualifications required for these 2 positions; click here Intelligence Research Specialist.

NYPD Releases Engineering Security Book
7/1/2009 10:00:00 AM
Engineering Security is the NYPD's guide to risk tiering and protective design for high risk buildings in New York City. Click here to view the book on the NYPD website: Engineering Secuirty.

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Apply for NYPD SHIELD membership online and become a partner in the fight against terrorism.

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Message
A message from Police Commissioner Raymond W. Kelly.

"And nothing represents the nation’s financial and commercial strength more than New York and the world-class companies that call it home."

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Consent
If you intend to install, either permanently or temporarily, any object or structure (i.e. bollard, security planter, etc.) on, under or over a City street or sidewalk, you must apply for a revocable consent through the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT).

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Nexus
Operation Nexus is a nationwide network of businesses and enterprises joined in an effort to prevent another terrorist attack against our citizens. Members are committed to reporting suspicious business encounters that they believe may have possible links to terrorism.

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Preparedness

Check out the latest guides, programs and initiatives available to help you prepare for a wide arrange of emergencies.  

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