Homeland Security and Critical Infrastructure Protection, 2nd Edition

Nonfiction, Computers, Networking & Communications, Computer Security, Operating Systems, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science
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Author: Ryan K. Baggett, Brian K. Simpkins ISBN: 9781440853968
Publisher: ABC-CLIO Publication: July 11, 2018
Imprint: Praeger Language: English
Author: Ryan K. Baggett, Brian K. Simpkins
ISBN: 9781440853968
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Publication: July 11, 2018
Imprint: Praeger
Language: English

A compelling overview of the systems and strategies that have been implemented to safeguard U.S. resources from a plethora of threats, the vulnerabilities and security gaps in these infrastructure systems, and options to enable the future security of the homeland.

• Provides a timely, relevant work that is crucial to understanding the current state of U.S. critical infrastructure security and resilience (CISR)

• Offers a comprehensive examination of foundations and contemporary issues within CISR, using various real-world incidents as focusing events

• Analyzes the 16 critical infrastructure sectors for purposes of comparison, analysis, and discussion

• Investigates various threats and hazards—manmade, natural, and technological—that specifically affect CISR

• Summarizes updated federal legislation and doctrine in a clear and concise manner

• Overviews academic, training, and career preparedness resources for those interested in the field

• Includes learning objectives, key terms, and discussion questions in each chapter to facilitate the book's use in an academic environment

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A compelling overview of the systems and strategies that have been implemented to safeguard U.S. resources from a plethora of threats, the vulnerabilities and security gaps in these infrastructure systems, and options to enable the future security of the homeland.

• Provides a timely, relevant work that is crucial to understanding the current state of U.S. critical infrastructure security and resilience (CISR)

• Offers a comprehensive examination of foundations and contemporary issues within CISR, using various real-world incidents as focusing events

• Analyzes the 16 critical infrastructure sectors for purposes of comparison, analysis, and discussion

• Investigates various threats and hazards—manmade, natural, and technological—that specifically affect CISR

• Summarizes updated federal legislation and doctrine in a clear and concise manner

• Overviews academic, training, and career preparedness resources for those interested in the field

• Includes learning objectives, key terms, and discussion questions in each chapter to facilitate the book's use in an academic environment

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