About Us

The Homeland Security Studies and Analysis Institute (HSSAI) is a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) operated by Analytic Services Inc. on behalf of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). HSSAI delivers independent, objective analysis and specialized technical expertise to help transform homeland security goals and objectives into meaningful strategies, operational requirements, and metrics. As an FFRDC HSSAI:

  • Develops and preserves in-depth knowledge of DHS programs and operations
  • Maintains continuity and currency in DHS-specific areas of expertise
  • Serves as a trusted agent, safeguarding all sensitive homeland security-related information and avoiding conflicts of interest
  • Responds quickly and effectively to DHS's emerging needs

Our Team

Our team includes dedicated staff, prominent subject matter experts and outside organizations representing a unique collection of talent and homeland security expertise.

Mission Areas

HSSAI supports DHS’s top priorities of counterterrorism; border security; enforcement of immigration laws; disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and maturing and strengthening the homeland security enterprise.

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Capabilities

We approach problems from a systems thinking perspective - integrating policy, economic, technical, operational and other factors.

 

Quality

We strive to produce high quality, innovative, relevant, objective, independent, and balanced analysis.

 

History

Our role as a federally funded research and development center, then and now.

 

Location & Directions

HSSAI is located at Analytic Services Inc.'s headquarters in Falls Church, VA.