Center for Homeland Security Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) and Homeland Security Future Workforce Development Program Robert E. Price Director, Center for Homeland Security

Center for Homeland Security Between 900K to 1.8M Government Service Retiring BRAC –Potential for over 40,000 jobs Homeland Security –U.S. federal, state, and local government spending + private industry expenditures exceeds $90 billion annually NCR Top requested location for Security-Cleared candidates NCR Top highest paid locations for security clearance jobs Employment Landscape

Center for Homeland Security Reduced numbers of young people choosing a career in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) Decline in student performance in science and mathematics Lack of a coordinated, comprehensive student security clearance process Lack of knowledge of internship programs, fellowships, and training assistance Several reports have revealed that a significant skill gap exists in the workforce along with a need for the development of problem solving skills, basic academic skills, a work ethic, and interpersonal skills. Employment Landscape, Cont.

Center for Homeland Security Education Internships Education Clearances Enhanced Employment Opportunities Academic Success Internships Security Clearance Two-Year/Associates High School Four-Year/Bachelor At Risk/ Under Represented Youth Veterans/ Job Training Specialized/ Normal Track Students

Center for Homeland Security Establish a program that: –Focuses on the education of the future workforce High School Community College 4-Year College/University Certifications/Retraining –Partners with academic institutions and employers to: Develop curriculum and skill sets Promote improvement in the studies of technology, science and engineering –Establishes an Internship Program Develops and maintains Internship positions Resources internships at all levels –Develops and Maintains a Security Clearance Sponsorship Program The goal is to provide a ready workforce at all skill levels to meet governmental, non-governmental and private industry needs. Proposal

Center for Homeland Security Founded in 1866, Towson University is recognized among the nation's best regional public universities, offering more than 100 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs in the liberal arts and sciences, and applied professional fields. With nearly 19,000 students, Towson University is the second-largest public university in Maryland. As a metropolitan university, Towson combines research-based learning with practical application. Mission The Center for Homeland Security’s Mission is to provide applied research, subject matter expertise, education, consulting, program management, and training in homeland security and emergency/disaster management.