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Homeland Security Technologies for the 21st Century (Hardcover): Ryan K Baggett, Chad S. Foster, Brian K. Simpkins Homeland Security Technologies for the 21st Century (Hardcover)
Ryan K Baggett, Chad S. Foster, Brian K. Simpkins
R2,460 Discovery Miles 24 600 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A comprehensive textbook that overviews common technologies utilized within the homeland security enterprise with an emphasis on contemporary homeland security mission areas and end-user applications. Designed for students entering or currently working in the safety, security, and emergency management disciplines in the public or private sectors, this textbook presents a broad array of homeland security technology types from the viewpoint of end-user applications and homeland security mission areas. The authors investigate various theories behind the use of technologies and assess the importance of technologies for achieving goals and objectives. The content includes not only technical capabilities but also a blend of sample applications of technologies using an all-hazards framework and use cases at all levels of practice, including both the public and private sectors. The authors provide an overview of preparedness applications; preventive and protective systems; and mitigation, response, and recovery technologies. Topics such as ethical and privacy concerns associated with implementing technologies and use of the Internet and social media receive special attention. In addition to readers directly involved in the security disciplines, this book will be useful for students in technical fields of study such as geographic information systems (GIS), computer science, or engineering who are seeking information on standards, theories, and foundations underlining homeland security technologies.

Homeland Security and Critical Infrastructure Protection, 2nd Edition (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition): Ryan K Baggett, Brian... Homeland Security and Critical Infrastructure Protection, 2nd Edition (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition)
Ryan K Baggett, Brian K. Simpkins
R2,486 Discovery Miles 24 860 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A compelling overview of systems and strategies 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. Since the first edition of this book was published in 2009, significant changes have occurred in the security landscape, both domestically and internationally. This second edition is thoroughly updated to reflect those changes, offering a complete review of the various security and resilience measures currently in place and potential strategies to safeguard life and property within the U.S. homeland. As noted in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's National Preparedness Goal, the mission area of protection is vital to the homeland in its focus on actions to protect people, vital interests, and our nation's way of life. With that in mind, this book discusses strategies such as risk analysis and assessment, information sharing, and continuity planning. The authors focus on relevant and timely threats and hazards facing specific infrastructure components including, but not limited to, agriculture and food, banking and finance, water, energy, telecommunications, and transportation. The dynamic posture of critical infrastructure security and resilience (CISR) underscores the importance of an integrated, layered all-hazards approach. In describing this approach, the book includes new chapters on planning and guidance, public and private partnerships, cyber issues and threats, and careers in infrastructure protection. Additions such as discussion questions, learning objectives, and fundamental concepts for each chapter provide additional direction for instructors and students alike. 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

Homeland Security Technologies for the 21st Century (Paperback): Ryan K Baggett, Chad S. Foster, Brian K. Simpkins Homeland Security Technologies for the 21st Century (Paperback)
Ryan K Baggett, Chad S. Foster, Brian K. Simpkins
R1,634 Discovery Miles 16 340 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A comprehensive textbook that overviews common technologies utilized within the homeland security enterprise with an emphasis on contemporary homeland security mission areas and end-user applications. Designed for students entering or currently working in the safety, security, and emergency management disciplines in the public or private sectors, this textbook presents a broad array of homeland security technology types from the viewpoint of end-user applications and homeland security mission areas. The authors investigate various theories behind the use of technologies and assess the importance of technologies for achieving goals and objectives. The content includes not only technical capabilities but also a blend of sample applications of technologies using an all-hazards framework and use cases at all levels of practice, including both the public and private sectors. The authors provide an overview of preparedness applications; preventive and protective systems; and mitigation, response, and recovery technologies. Topics such as ethical and privacy concerns associated with implementing technologies and use of the Internet and social media receive special attention. In addition to readers directly involved in the security disciplines, this book will be useful for students in technical fields of study such as geographic information systems (GIS), computer science, or engineering who are seeking information on standards, theories, and foundations underlining homeland security technologies. Provides an overview of technology trends and transformations from the viewpoint of contemporary homeland security mission areas and user applications as well as analysis of the impacts on contemporary and future homeland security practices Comprehensively addresses the opportunities and risks associated with homeland security technologies Supplies a taxonomy for homeland security technology types Describes the methodologies for identifying technology needs and characteristics Itemizes standards for promoting interoperability, compatibility, and system safety

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