Trident EDM502 Critical Infrastructure Vulnerability and Protection

EDM502 Critical Infrastructure Vulnerability and Protection (2017OCT02FT-1)

Cybersecurity Threats Discussion 1

There are many examples of failures in cybersecurity including the Stuxnet computer virus interfering with the Iranian uranium enrichment process; Wall Street (NASDAQ); and Identity Theft from banks and on-line retailers and corporations.

What are some of the measures that can be employed to protect our banking, defense and critical infrastructure from cyber-assault?

Disaster Relief and the Military Discussion 2

Active Duty and National Guard units have been used in the past during natural disaster response operations domestically and internationally. Discuss the capabilities and limitations of: 1) Active Duty, and 2) National Guard being used to support disaster relief efforts.

Apply Solutions to Infrastructure Damage by Natural Disaster Discussion 3

Hurricanes and Tornados have a significant impact on both Public Safety Radio systems (Police, Fire, EMS, etc.) and Cellular Communications. What can be done to ensure communications do not fail following a severe wind event? Remember to cite your sources and list your references.

International Agreements and Infrastructure Discussion 4

Global and regional conflicts can greatly affect several critical infrastructure sectors in the United States. Discuss the importance of international agreements in protecting U.S. infrastructure given current conflicts in the Middle East and Africa. Remember to cite your sources and list your references.