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William J. Tucker

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The San Bernardino Attack, Small Scale Terrorism, and ISIS

The San Bernardino Attack, Small Scale Terrorism, and ISIS

The San Bernardino attack is an odd one in many ways but understanding it is critical as this model of small scale attacks, directed at soft targets, and using readily available weapons is going to be a persistent and growing threat.

Turkey Shot Down a Russian Jet - Where Do We Go From Here?

Turkey Shot Down a Russian Jet - Where Do We Go From Here?

Putin called today’s downing of a Russian Su-24 by a Turkish F16 a “stab in the back [http://www.cnn.com/2015/11/24/middleeast/warplane-crashes-near-syria-turkey-border/index.html] ” but it this was certainly not an unproved attack. In fact it follows countless warnings from Turkey that violations of its

Discussing The Paris Attacks and Europe’s Security Challenges with William J. Tucker

Discussing The Paris Attacks and Europe’s Security Challenges with William J. Tucker

William J. Tucker joins me again for a high level look at the Paris attacks and the impact that instability, chiefly in Syria, will have on the region. Failing states and the mass migration of refugees will continue to put immense pressure on dozens of governments. There is no framework,

Government Email Problems, Wikileaks, Russia, Drone Leaks, NASA Security and Other Counterintelligence Nightmares

Government Email Problems, Wikileaks, Russia, Drone Leaks, NASA Security and Other Counterintelligence Nightmares

The Covert Contact podcast kicks off again with an admittedly rambling, but hopefully entertaining, start as I review a number of high profile security issues with counterintelligence pro William J. Tucker. We look at the hack of DCIA John Brennan’s AOL account [http://www.slate.com/blogs/future_tense/

Espionage Among Allies

Espionage Among Allies

William J. Tucker serves as a senior security representative to a major government contractor where he acts as the Counterintelligence Officer, advises on counterterrorism issues, and prepares personnel for overseas travel. His additional duties include advising his superiors in matters concerning emergency management and business continuity planning. Mr. Tucker regularly

Hillary Clinton's Email Server: Dissecting the Risks with William J. Tucker

Hillary Clinton's Email Server: Dissecting the Risks with William J. Tucker

William J. Tucker joins me again to discuss Hillary Clinton’s decision to manage her own email services while Secretary of State. While this decision has angered political opponents and government transparency advocates (not to mention a few historians) we are bypassing the political and legal issues to zero in

Counterintelligence: William J. Tucker Breaks Down the Challenges

Counterintelligence: William J. Tucker Breaks Down the Challenges

In episode 12 of Covert Contact I’m talking to William J. Tucker about counterintelligence. It is a complex discipline that is often misunderstood – even by intelligence professionals. But it presents as many opportunities as it does challenges and this conversation hints at that. Like all intelligence disciplines, it is

Robots and the Future of Warfare

Robots and the Future of Warfare

In episode 6 of the Covert Contact podcast I am looking at the evolution of unmanned platforms and speculate about the impact that they could have on warfare. The technology is evolving faster than our appreciation for the complications it will bring so while there will be countless positive benefits

Everybody Spies - and for Good Reason

Everybody Spies - and for Good Reason

William J. Tucker serves as a senior security representative to a major government contractor where he acts as the Counterintelligence Officer, advises on counterterrorism issues, and prepares personnel for overseas travel. His additional duties include advising his superiors in matters concerning emergency management and business continuity planning. Mr. Tucker regularly

Would the U.S. Really Kill Edward Snowden?

Would the U.S. Really Kill Edward Snowden?

William J. Tucker serves as a senior security representative to a major government contractor where he acts as the Counterintelligence Officer, advises on counterterrorism issues, and prepares personnel for overseas travel. His additional duties include advising his superiors in matters concerning emergency management and business continuity planning. Mr. Tucker regularly

William J. Tucker: Hawaii a Priority Target for Foreign Espionage

William J. Tucker: Hawaii a Priority Target for Foreign Espionage

William J. Tucker serves as a senior security representative to a major government contractor where he acts as the Counterintelligence Officer, advises on counterterrorism issues, and prepares personnel for overseas travel. His additional duties include advising his superiors in matters concerning emergency management and business continuity planning. Mr. Tucker regularly

Snowden's Snowjob?

Snowden's Snowjob?

William J. Tucker serves as a senior security representative to a major government contractor where he acts as the Counterintelligence Officer, advises on counterterrorism issues, and prepares personnel for overseas travel. His additional duties include advising his superiors in matters concerning emergency management and business continuity planning. Mr. Tucker regularly