"This course brings all walks of security together, it provides a wealth of experience to bear on how this methodology can be applied. The field work was eye opening."
Robert Hargesheimer, US Navy, Site Installation Manager
"Loved the interaction of students and instructor. Varied attendees gave many points of view and shared experiences."
Henry Britt, The Response Group
"Valuable class. Provided a good mix of backgrounds and experience and presented material in a manner that was great for novices and pros alike."
J. Phil Harmon, Washington Group International, Manager, Red Team Operations
"Excellent course for developing a fundamental understanding of the Carver - Target Analysis and Vulnerability Assessment Process."
Kevin Nowak, U.S. Department of Energy, Security Specialist
"Great course! Exceeds expectations and professional requirements. The training will have a positive and dynamic impact on the scope and depth of information processing."
Mark. K Gerwig, NSWC Crane, EOD Project Specialist
"Worth every penny! There are no other courses available that teach the fundamentals of doing a TA and VA."
Tracy DeWitt, Southwest Tennessee Community College, Adjunct Faculty
Training course agenda:
Section 1: TAVA Introduction and Course Objectives
Discuss the tools and knowledge necessary to conduct a Vulnerability Assessment, Definitions and other assessment methodologies
Section 2: CARVER Methodology
Learn how CARVER originated and why has it evolved into a leading VA methodology
Discuss the difference between Vulnerability Assessment and Target Analysis. Using the CARVER matrix to establish probability of attack (Pa)
Section 3: Target Analysis (TA)
Define a target through the offensive analysis of a system, sub-system, complex, and asset
Section 4: Threat Assessments
What is a Threat Assessment and how does it affect the Vulnerability Assessment
Develop a Threat Assessment and the Threat Spectrum
Section 5: Design Basis Threat & Adversary Scenario
Define the characteristics and capabilities of an internal or external threat
Suicide Bomber MO and Threat Scenarios
Section 6: Vulnerability Assessment Methodology
Understand the VA Philosophy, Benefit/Value & Complexity
VA Process - Phases & Steps
a. Planning
b. Data Collection
c. Assessment
d. Analysis and Recommendations
Section 7: Security System Effectiveness
Understand the relationships of Deter, Detect, Delay, Respond and Mitigate
Perimeter Security Assessment
Building and Asset Security Assessment
Section 8: Vulnerability Assessment Practical Exercises
Classroom Threat Assessment, Threat Spectrum, Target Attractiveness & Asset Prioritization
Live Field Exercise
Your instructors:
Leo E. Labaj Vice President, Infrastructure Protection Services
Mr. Labaj has over 30 years of government and commercial experience in directing and supporting operational, technical and research efforts involving vulnerability assessments, security planning, counter-terrorism, counter-narcotics, counter-insurgency, weapons proliferation, weapons of mass destruction, arms and contraband interdiction, special operations, explosives and hazardous materials disposal.
He has managed security related research and development programs and applied science projects for the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, the Intelligence Community, and federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. Mr. Labaj performed numerous vulnerability assessments for a multitude of high risk facilities. Mr. Labaj also served as a member of the Federal Aviation Administrations Blue Ribbon Panel on Airport Security and Vulnerability Assessment, and implemented and managed the FAAs National Safe Skies Security Screening Test Bed at McGhee-Tyson Airport in Knoxville, Tennessee. During the 1996 Olympics, Mr. Labaj provided security consulting support to the Atlanta Police Department.
He served as a member of the Nuclear Emergency Search Team (NEST) Access Working Group and has participated in a number of professional and technical organizations, including the American Defense Preparedness Association, the International Association of Bomb Technicians and Investigators, and the Joint Service Small Arms Program. Mr. Labaj is the recipient of the R&D 100 Award for access control technologies and numerous other awards. Mr. Labaj is certified in numerous Vulnerability Assessment Methodologies such as; RAM-W, RAM-C, CARVER, American Institute of Chemical Engineers-SVA and Asvaco Multi-Hazard Assessment Software.
Leo West EOD and Counterterrorism Specialist
Mr. West is retired from the FBI after serving as a Supervisory Special Agent with over 26 years of extensive experience directing and conducting counterterrorism and criminal investigations as a manager and investigator. He also served as an expert Forensics Examiner in the field of explosives and bombing matters for the FBI Laboratory. From 1987 through 2004, he specialized in counterterrorism investigations, and in particular, terrorist bombing cases.
Mr. West was the initial Program Manager in the development of the multi-agency Terrorist Explosive Device Analytical Center (TEDAC), and was the Senior Supervisor in charge of all FBI Laboratory activities in the 9/11 investigation. He has led forensic and crime scene investigative teams at domestic and foreign bombing incidents including those at the World Trade Center, Oklahoma City, Khobar Towers, TWA 800, the U.S. Embassy in Tanzania, the USS Cole, the U.S. Consulate in Karachi, the French oil tanker LIMBURG, as well as suicide bombings in Casablanca and Istanbul.
Mr. West has organized and instructed at numerous training courses in bombing and counterterrorism matters to many foreign and domestic police agencies, military and critical infrastructure security forces, and he is an advisor to the National Institute of Justice Technical Working Group on Bombing Investigations. Mr. West holds graduate degrees in both Forensic Science and Public Administration, and attended the Hazardous Devices School, the Naval EOD School, and received numerous explosives, CBRN, arson, tactical and terrorism-related training courses in the U.S. and abroad. He is a certified Bomb Technician, a recognized Court Expert in explosives and hazardous devices, a Certified Protection Professional (CPP), and a CARVER certified instructor.
Upcoming CARVER Methodology Bootcamps:
March 6-8, 2012 - Falls Church, VA
April 17-19, 2012 - Falls Church, VA
May 15-17, 2012 - Las Vegas, NV
June 19-21, 2012 - Falls Church, VA
August 28-30, 2012 - Falls Church, VA
October 9-11, 2012 - Falls Church, VA
November 20-22, 2012 - Las Vegas, NV
Payment & Registration:
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Attn: CARVER Training
7600 Leesburg Pike
West Building, Suite 400
Falls Church, VA 22043
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