Science & Technology Directorate Mission, Goals, and ObjectivesScience & Technology DirectorateDHSSTD_54e4a22c-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765cDepartment of Homeland Security_54e4a380-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765cTo strengthen America’s security and resiliency by providing knowledge products and innovative technology solutions for the Homeland Security Enterprise (HSE)._54e4a506-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765cKnowledge, Analyses & SolutionsRapidly develop and deliver knowledge, analyses, and innovative solutions that advance the mission of the Department._54e4a5b0-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c1InvestmentsProvide knowledge, technologies, and science-based solutions that are integrated into homeland security operations, employing DHS’s new, integrated investment lifecycle process_54e4a65a-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c1.1RelationshipsStrengthen relationships with DHS components and the first responder community to better understand and address their requirements_54e4a722-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c1.2DHS ComponentsFirst Responder CommunityPrioritiesFocus on high-priority needs, through rigorous project selection and regular review of the entire research and development portfolio_54e4a7e0-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c1.3Requirements & TechnologiesLeverage technical expertise to assist DHS components’ efforts to establish operational requirements and select and acquire needed technologies._54e4a88a-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c2Analytical SupportUse the Science and Technology Directorate’s (S&T) technical expertise to provide analytical support to DHS_54e4a948-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c2.1DHSProject ManagementImplement processes that strengthen project management, evaluation, and accountability within the directorate_54e4aa10-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c2.2Vulnerabilities & ResilienceIncent owners of critical infrastructure and key resources to adopt technologies that reduce vulnerabilities and increase resilience_54e4aaec-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c2.3CapabilitiesStrengthen the HSE and first responder’s capabilities to protect the homeland and respond to disasters._54e4abc8-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c3First RespondersTechnologies & Knowledge ProductsCreate high-impact technologies and knowledge products -- such as standards and protocols -- that facilitate the safety, effectiveness, and ease with which first responders do their work_54e4ac9a-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c3.1LinksProvide the link between operators in the field and the evolving world of research and development_54e4ad58-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c3.2Best Practices & Product StandardsIncrease first responders’ access to information on best practices and product performance standards_54e4ae16-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c3.3First RespondersScientific Discoveries & InventionsConduct, catalyze, and survey scientific discoveries and inventions relevant to existing and emerging homeland security challenges._54e4aed4-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c4Investment & ExpertiseLeverage the investment and expertise of other government agencies, the private sector, academia, and international partners_54e4af92-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c4.1Government AgenciesPrivate SectorAcademiaSecurity & Technical WorkforceLeverage academia to address homeland security needs and nurture the future technical workforce of the HSE_54e4b064-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c4.2AcademiaTechnical WorkforceInteragency EffortsParticipate in ongoing federal interagency efforts at both the policy and programmatic levels_54e4b14a-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c4.3Federal AgenciesBilateral AgreementsExecute bilateral agreements to leverage funds, manpower, and facilities in support of the mission_54e4b212-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c4.4Technology DevelopmentEncourage the private sector, with a focus on small business engagement, to develop technologies relevant to the HSE_54e4b334-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c4.5Private SectorSmall BusinessesResearch & FacilitiesImprove S&T’s knowledge and use of relative national and international research and facilities with a focus on Department of Energy (DOE) National Labs and DOE efforts_54e4b410-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c4.6Department of EnergyDOE National LabsKnowledge, Analyses & SolutionsLeverage the scientific expertise, knowledge, and capabilities of the S&T labs, as well as the DOE and international laboratories, to provide advanced and innovative knowledge, analyses, and solutions in support of the HSE_54e4b4e2-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c4.7S&T LabsDOE LaboratoriesInternational LaboratoriesS&T LaboratoriesEnsure effective construction and utilization of S&T laboratories in support of homeland security missions_54e4b5c8-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c4.8CultureFoster a culture of innovation and learning, in S&T and across DHS, that addresses challenges with scientific, analytic, and technical rigor._54e4b6c2-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c5Risks & OpportunitiesEvolve the understanding of current and future homeland security risks and opportunities and foster a culture of innovation_54e4b794-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c5.1R&DIncrease S&T and the Department’s awareness of cutting-edge research and technology developments pertinent to DHS missions_54e4b8ca-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c5.2Openness, Learning, Innovation & CollaborationPromote a culture of openness, continual learning, innovation, and collaboration within S&T and across DHS_54e4b956-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c5.3Information SharingInternally promote synergies and eliminate programmatic redundancies by creating mechanisms and processes to increase information sharing_54e4ba32-318b-11e4-bf5c-2a68d3c4765c5.42013-04-012014-08-31http://www.dhs.gov/science-technology-directorate-mission-goals-and-objectivesOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net