ATS, Inc. Achieves TruSecure Certification.

Business/Technology Editors

HERNDON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 12, 2002

ATS Ensures the Highest Level of Information Security in

Performing Credit, Employment, Background and other Checks for

Customers Nationwide

TruSecure(R) Corporation, a leading managed security services provider, today announced that ATS, Inc., a provider of employee and tenant screening services, has completed the necessary requirements to achieve TruSecure Corporation's Enterprise Certification. The TruSecure Enterprise Certification confirms that ATS is effectively managing information security risk and ensuring privacy guidelines are met.

The TruSecure Enterprise Certification is the result of an integrated, continuous security program that addresses the most significant sources of risk across all the dimensions of an organization, providing security assurance in six major areas of risk: electronic threats and vulnerabilities; malicious code; privacy; physical security and human factors. The TruSecure Enterprise security assurance program delivers security improvement through a proprietary combination of patent-pending technology, risk assessment, intelligence analysis, and expert human support to offer an integrated and cost-effective solution.

"It's important to our business to preserve the confidence of our partners, including the three major credit bureaus, and comply with strict privacy guidelines of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The TruSecure Enterprise Certification confirms to our customers and partners that we are maintaining the highest possible levels of information security and meet privacy guidelines," said Kris Taylor, director of operations at ATS. "We've earned a competitive advantage and the industry-wide recognition of a TruSecure Certified company."

In the TruSecure Enterprise service, TruSecure analysts conduct a number of different analyses of an organization's critical assets and locations. Additionally, the analysts visit a site to assess current risk levels, then work with network administrators over a period of time to create a customized program that meets the company's business and information security needs. TruSecure analysts repeat the electronic and on-site visits during the course of the program to ensure recommendations and mitigations have been applied. A web-based console that ties into a proprietary database at TruSecure's Security Operations Center (SOC) keeps track of compliance and creates a "Guidance Map" for security administrators to follow in the progress toward optimal risk reduction and ultimately TruSecure Certification. Additionally, customers are notified about new vulnerabilities through TruSecure's Alert Service.

"TruSecure's Enterprise security assurance service was created for companies like ATS that have no tolerance for security breaches that expose confidential data or jeopardize adhering to privacy guidelines," said Bob Flinton, director of product marketing, TruSecure Corp. "Unlike traditional best practices, which are unachievable in many cases, TruSecure's Essential Practices address the absolute `must-do's' in risk management, and enable ATS to mitigate risk through proactive security measures so it can focus on its core business competencies."

About ATS, Inc.

ATS is a leading provider of tenant and employee screening services. The company generates background checks, credit reports and other valuable information to assist landlords, building owners and employers with making informed decisions about future tenants and employees. Since 1989, ATS has provided nationwide service to its 6,000 members. Additional information about ATS can be obtained by visiting www.alwaysscreen.com or calling [phone].

About TruSecure Corporation

TruSecure is the leading Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), offering the only fully integrated, enterprise risk management services on the market. TruSecure's unique blend of proactive risk reduction with real-time security management, monitoring and response assures continuous security of critical business information assets. TruSecure Certification has become a globally recognized symbol of commitment to effective security in an interconnected economy. Additionally, TruSecure owns the independently operated ICSA Labs(R) and Information Security(R) magazine. Headquartered in Herndon, VA, TruSecure protects more than 700 sites in over 30 countries, with operations in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information about TruSecure, please visit www.trusecure.com.

TruSecure, ICSA, ICSA Labs, and Information Security are registered trademarks of TruSecure Corporation. All other trademarks and service marks mentioned herein are property of their respective owners.