Four phases of COOP.

he National Security Presidential Directive-51/Homeland Security Presidential Directive-20 (NSPD-51/HSPD-20) and the National Continuity Policy Implementation Plan (NCPIP), is an effort within individual executive departments and agencies to ensure that Primary Mission Essential Functions (PMEFs) continue to be performed during a wide range of emergencies, including localized acts of nature, accidents and technological or attack-related emergencies. […]

How do social movements become interest groups?   

What makes social movements distinct from interest groups? How do social movements become interest groups?

Is COOP the same as an ordinary emergency plan? If not, how are they different

Is COOP the same as an ordinary emergency plan? If not, how are they different? Remember to support your statements with examples and references.

Review your state’s homeland security/recovery/COOP strategic plan . Based on your research, do you think the plan is effective

Review your state’s homeland security/recovery/COOP strategic plan . Based on your research, do you think the plan is effective? Why? If you were a member of the state’s disaster response cell, what changes would you suggest or make?

Research a phishing technique

Many security experts argue that their primary concern isn’t hardware or software. It’s peopleware. Successful attacks often rely on some form of social engineering either to obtain access information or for the attack itself. Phishing, in particular, has become a growing concern. Research a phishing technique, including an actual case example if possible, and provide […]

Discuss how a cyber warrior can use a social networking site to gain information.

Instructions: This assignment consists of two questions (below) to test your knowledge and assimilation of the course objectives. You are to pick one and answer it in a 4-6 page essay. The assignment rubric is included for your review. Grading will be based on the rubric. Make sure you follow AMU’s writing policies and the Chicago writing […]

How has the mentality changed in the IC regarding OSINT according to Umphress?

For this forum, you are to answer ONE of the questions listed below.  The goal is to extend the conversation through your observations and experience. Questions: How has the mentality changed in the IC regarding OSINT according to Umphress? Why do analysts and decision makers have a hard time believing OSINT is a valuable collection discipline? Give […]

Describe and explain the Uranium One Deal. To what degree did Hillary Clinton collude with the Russians?

The purpose of the assignment is for you to critically evaluate open sources for reliability and for you to explore your biases. As an intelligence analyst or OSINT professional you will have to provide the decision maker with the best available intelligence analysis. So choose your sources carefully and keep your mind open as you […]

The Disaster Response and Contingency Planning guide

The Disaster Response and Contingency Planning guide is a basic foundation for responding to a disaster or crisis by organizational entities ranging from businesses, schools, and government levels from local to regional to national.  One of the functional annexes typically included in such plans is one for pets and animals.  The Pets Evacuation and Transportation […]

Comparative analysis is used in both government and business to determine a course of action. 

ou will select a current international event and, using the comparative analysis technique, you will develop a series of possible outcomes related to international homeland security and specifically to US homeland security. You will prepare a 6-8 substantive page paper using the format specified in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.)  Comparative analysis is used […]