Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure

Abstract

The Sony cyber incident in November 2014 has inspired questions as to the best method of providing cybersecurity in the United States. Specifically, who is best postured to provide cybersecurity and on what parts of the cyber domain should this security be focused? The United States government takes seriously the threat of cyberspace attacks; however, not all cyberspace incidents should result in the initiation of armed conflict. This paper argues the Sony cyber incident should not be considered a cyberspace attack as it relates to the law of war. It then reviews the current role of the Department of Homeland Security with respect to cybersecurity for critical infrastructure and key resources. Next, it will review the authorities for states National Guard units to provide cybersecurity for critical infrastructure and key resources. Finally, this paper discusses how the National Guard is best postured to safeguard the critical infrastructure and key resources within their borders.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 2015
Accession Number
AD1012791

Entities

People

  • Christopher J. Baker

Organizations

  • Air Command and Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Cyber

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • California
  • Congress
  • Cyber Protection
  • Cyber Warfare
  • Cyberattacks
  • Cybersecurity
  • Cyberspace Operations
  • Geography
  • Homeland Security
  • Information Systems
  • International Law
  • Intrusion Detection
  • Law
  • National Security
  • Public Health
  • United States Government
  • Warfare

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

  • Cybersecurity.
  • Joint Military Operations and Doctrine.
  • Political Violence and Terrorism Studies.

Technology Areas

  • Cyber
  • Cyber - Legality in Cyberspace