Original PDF Ebook – Homeland Security2nd EditionThe Essentials -9780128044650

Original PDF Ebook – Homeland Security2nd EditionThe Essentials -9780128044650

Homeland Security: The Essentials, Second Edition concisely outlines the risks facing the US today and the structures we have put in place to deal with them. The authors expertly delineate the bedrock principles of preparing for, mitigating, managing, and recovering from emergencies and disasters._x000D_
From cyberwarfare, to devastating tornadoes, to car bombs, all hazards currently fall within the purview of the Department of Homeland Security, yet the federal role must be closely aligned with the work of partners in the private sector._x000D_
The book lays a solid foundation for the study of present and future threats to our communities and to national security, also challenging readers to imagine more effective ways to manage these risks._x000D_
Highlights and expands on key content from the bestselling book Introduction to Homeland Security_x000D_
Concisely delineates the bedrock principles of preparing for, mitigating, managing, and recovering from emergencies and disasters_x000D_
Provides coverage of the Boston Marathon bombing_x000D_
Explains the border security, immigration, and intelligence functions in detail_x000D_
Analyzes the NIST Cybersecurity Framework for critical infrastructure protection_x000D_
Explores the emergence of social media as a tool for reporting on homeland security issues