Written by renowned experts, Introduction to Homeland Security, Sixth Edition, informs users about the concepts and bedrock principles of homeland security. Readers will gain a solid appreciation of the broad range of topics that fall within the expanse of the homeland security umbrella and understand how and why they are so closely interconnected. The text will also provide an overview of the evolutionary process behind modern homeland security structures, which helps users to understand why certain functions exist and how they contribute to national and local security efforts. Unlike most books that focus solely on terrorism, this text covers an expansive range of homeland security topics including all-hazards emergency management, cybersecurity, border and transportation security, immigration and customs enforcement, and others.
. Updated material to cover new developments in the field such as increased terror attacks, cybersecurity safeguards, and administrative changes
. Balanced account of homeland security in all of its aspects
. Authoritative voices from content experts
. Critical thinking exercises included for each topic
Table of Contents
1. Homeland Security: The Concept, the Organization2. Historic Overview of the Terrorist Threat
3. Hazards
4. Governmental Homeland Security Structures
5. Intelligence Counterterrorism
6. Border Security, Immigration, and Customs Enforcement
7. Transportation Safety and Security
8. Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection
9. All-Hazards Emergency Response and Recovery
10. Mitigation, Prevention, and Preparedness
11. Communications
12. Science and Technology
13. The Future of Homeland Security
