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Protecting APG Waters of an Incident Affecting Its Information Technology Systems in April 2015 AAPGPublishedP in the interestG of the people of AberdeenNNEWS Proving Ground,E MarylandWS www.TeamAPG.com THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2015 Vol. 59, No. 23 APG Fire and Emergency Services Capt. Colby Data Walker handles the line as firefighter Curtis Diering looks on during a marine vessel breaches training course in May. Fifteen members of the APG Directorate of Emergency Services took part in the eight-day impact training course on boat operation and navigation skills, then under- federal went rigorous practical tests. employees Courtesy photo By SANDI WILLIAMS OSJA Client Services Division In the past month, there have been two major cyber- security breaches impacting federal employees. On June 4, the Office of Personnel Management announced a cybersecurity incident impacting approxi- mately 4 million current and former federal employees. On May 20, 2015, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst), Maryland’s largest health insurer, announced that the company was the target of a sophisticated cyberattack impacting approximately 1.1 million current and for- mer customers. OPM data breach OPM became aware Protecting APG waters of an incident affecting its information technology systems in April 2015. The incident may have compro- Training empowers police, fire personnel mised the personal informa- By AMANDA ROMINIECKI with protecting those waterways, took part in According to Lt. Anthony Williams, a DES tion of current and former APG News a rugged, two-week training meant to teach Conservation Law Enforcement officer, the federal employees. and refresh their boat operation and naviga- eight days of training included intense instruc- Since the incident was For an Army installation with more than 100 miles of shoreline along the Chesapeake tion skills; those skills were then put to the test. tion and practical evaluations while on the identified, OPM has part- water. nered with the U.S. Depart- Bay and Bush and Gunpowder rivers, the Personnel from APG’s Fire and Emergen- “The practical evolutions included reduced- ment of Homeland Security ability to protect and police those shores and cy Services and Police Conservation Law visibility operating and navigating, as well as and the FBI to determine the surrounding waters – and the countless indi- Enforcement Branch participated in the Inland day and night runs to ensure students experi- impact to federal personnel. viduals who flock to them for recreational fish- Boat Operator Training and Electronic Navi- On June 8, OPM began ing and boating – is crucial. gation Training Program hosted by the Federal enced the situations they will encounter while sending notifications to the Last month, 15 members of APG’s Direc- Law Enforcement Training Center, or FLETC, underway,” he said. torate of Emergency Services, who are tasked at APG May 4-13. See VESSEL, page 17 See CYBERATTACKS, page 17 inside ATEC welcomes new enlisted leader HEALTH Story and photo by LINDSEY MONGER ATEC Seminar aims to empower diabetics to The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command officially welcomed Command take charge of their Sgt. Maj. Andrew B. Connette, during an health. Assumption of Responsibility ceremony at KUSAHC |3 ATEC Headquarters, June 4, at APG North (Aberdeen). During the ceremony, ATEC’s com- RECRUITS manding general, Maj. Gen. Peter D. Utley, passed the ATEC unit colors to signify his Army Birthday series trust and confidence in Connette in exe- explores decision-making cuting the duties as ATEC’s senior enlisted process for recruits and leader. Connette’s predecessor, Command recruiters. Sgt. Maj. Ronald E. Orosz, departed in Soldiers |7 March to become the command sergeant major for the U.S. Army North. “Command Sgt. Maj. Connette is an FREESTATE extremely competent, intelligent and artic- As Freestate ChalleNGe ulate leader who, without a doubt, is the Academy class #44 nears right person for this job,” Utley said during graduation, cadet look to his remarks. future. Utley said Connette’s technical exper- tise and strategic perspective will be an The Commanding General of the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command, Maj. Gen. Peter Cadet |8 asset as he continues to build upon the D. Utley, right, passes the ATEC colors to Command Sgt. Maj. Andrew B. Connette as he assumes the responsibilities of command sergeant major at ATEC during a ceremony at APG SAFETY See CONNETTE, page 17 North (Aberdeen) June 4. Take precautions now to prepare for the 2015 Hurricane Season. Hurricane |11 Soldier Show returns to APG June 16 By YVONNE JOHNSON APG News The 2015 U.S. Army Soldier Show returns to Aber- deen Proving Ground Tuesday, June 16 at 7 p.m. This online high-energy 90-minute live musical production is open to the public. www.TeamAPG. The Soldier Show showcases the talents of Soldiers, com/APGNews active, reserve, and National Guard, who have a pas- facebook.com/ sion for music, dance and performing. They come from APGMd See SOLDIER, page 18 twitter.com/ USAGAPG From left, 1st Lt. Derrick Bishop, Spc. Princess Threatt, Spc. Tierra Kirts and Spc. Dozje Brown sing DJ Snake fl ickr.com/photos/ and Lil Jon’s hit “Turn Down for What” during a U.S. usagapg/ Army Soldier Show performance at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. The 90-minute variety show of enter- tainment for the Soldier, by the Soldier, returns to APG ICE system http://ice.disa.mil/ 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 16 at the post theater. Facebook, http://on.fb.me/HzQIow Courtesy photo Mark Your Calender | 6 All Things Maryland | 9 MWR Events | 10 At Your Service | 11 index APG History | 14 Crossword | 16 Did You Know? | 18 Snapshot | 19 2 APG News • June 11, 2015 Slumber party fire safety By T.C. GLASSMAN escape during a fire? DES Fire Inspector Is your child comfortable in the home and with all its As school lets out, children will likely spend more time at occupants, including pets? their friends’ houses. Then comes the age old question, “Mom, Are you comfortable leaving your child in the home Which actor or can I spend the night at Sarah’s house?” overnight? Before saying yes, parents should consider that upset tum- How well do you know the parents? actress would mies and a lack of sleep aren’t the biggest risks when their Are they mature, responsible and conscientious? child is away at a sleepover. According to the National Fire Will they supervise the children throughout the stay? play you in a Protection Association, parents need to think fire safety. Are they cautious with matches, lighters, and candles? The NFPA estimates that eight out of every 10 fire deaths movie? Ask the parents: takes place in the home, with the majority of them happen- ing at night. Consider whether that friend’s house has working Are there working smoke alarms on every level, inside smoke alarms before letting your child spend the night. Also and outside each sleeping area? “Denzel Wash- ensure the sleepover will be supervised by an adult. Are the alarms interconnected? ington. I’ve seen Do they have well-rehearsed fire-escape plans that include him in some Ideally, your child will already be familiar with your family’s fire escape plan at home. Before they head out for two ways out and a meeting place outside? action movies.” Where will your child be sleeping? the sleepover, review general fire escape and fire safety tips. The NFPA says children should be empowered to ask Is there a smoke alarm in the room? Are there two escape routes from the room? friends and their parents about fire safety in their home, and to report to you if anything makes them feel unsafe during Will the parents walk through their escape plan with your child? the sleepover. Do the parents prohibit bedroom candle use by children? The NFPA offers the following Sleepover Checklist to help Freddie Some of these tips are smart things to consider before leav- parents and other caregivers decide whether the next slumber ing your child at sleep-away camp, as well. Make sure the Montgomery party is a good idea. Family member camp takes fire safety precautions and has a fire escape plan Before you say yes…. readily available for common areas at the camp. Ask to review How well do you know the parents? the escape plans before signing up your child. Is the home clean? A few simple questions beforehand will help give you the Does it appear to be structurally sound? peace of mind to sleep soundly when your child spends the “Tracee Ellis Is the home in a safe area? night away from home. Ross. She’s Diana Does the home have bars on the doors or windows? For more information about fire safety, visit www.nfpa.org Ross’ daugh- Do they have quick release devices inside so someone could or www.usfa.fema.gov. ter and she’s on a show called ‘Black-ish.’ We have the same hair and kind of Restoration Advisory Board seeking members the same energy. We just played this game, my Mecca Shakur By KAREN JOBES following categories: neighbors and residents (affected stake- husband and I Family member DPW Environmental Restoration Branch holders); local businesses; U.S. Army APG workers; public with some of our friends, and that APG is currently seeking members for the Restoration works, health, and planning groups; and, government regula- was one of the questions.” Advisory Board. The RAB serves to promote community tors (federal and state). awareness and obtain effective community review and com- Except for regulatory agency and APG personnel, mem- ment on the environmental cleanup and restoration actions of bers must reside in and serve the communities within Balti- the Installation Restoration Program (IRP), Military Munitions more City, Harford, Baltimore, Cecil, or Kent counties, or be a Response Program (MMRP), and Compliance-Related Clean- stakeholder impacted by the APG cleanup program.
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