Category: Homeland Security

1) Select a terrorist organization (ISIS) likely to conduct a major and imminent attack within the United States and complete an in-depth profile on the group you selected.
2) Provide a descriiption of the organization’s ideology, goals & objectives, leadership, funding, and terrorist capabilities.
3) Describe in detail at least one major hypothetical terrorist attack on the U.S. Homeland by this group — an event that could happen in the immediate future (an imminent attack). -Maybe a vbied attack or perhaps drone attacks.
I provided a template that the professor said we had to follow.

1) Select a terrorist organization (ISIS) likely to conduct a major and imminent attack within the United States and complete an in-depth profile on the group you selected.
2) Provide a descriiption of the organization’s ideology, goals & objectives, leadership, funding, and terrorist capabilities.
3) Describe in detail at least one major hypothetical terrorist attack on the U.S. Homeland by this group — an event that could happen in the immediate future (an imminent attack). -Maybe a vbied attack or perhaps drone attacks.
I provided a template that the professor said we had to follow.

1) Select a terrorist organization (ISIS) likely to conduct a major and imminent attack within the United States and complete an in-depth profile on the group you selected.
2) Provide a descriiption of the organization’s ideology, goals & objectives, leadership, funding, and terrorist capabilities.
3) Describe in detail at least one major hypothetical terrorist attack on the U.S. Homeland by this group — an event that could happen in the immediate future (an imminent attack). -Maybe a vbied attack or perhaps drone attacks.
I provided a template that the professor said we had to follow.

Watch this CNN report on how terror groups such as al-Qaeda and ISIS use religion as a justification for terrorism. What are your thoughts about this justification for violence and the recruitment of hopeless youth? Do you believe extremists are using this justification to manipulate a vulnerable population? Do you believe Islam itself has the best chance of curbing such extremism?
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Ethan reaponse:
Violence rarely solves problems in the long run and often leads to further harm and suffering. It is essential to address the root causes of violence and find peaceful solutions instead. When it comes to recruitment of hopeless youth, it is a deeply concerning issue. It highlights the importance of addressing the underlying factors that contribute to hopelessness, such as lack of opportunities, education, and support systems. Yes, I do believe extremists often exploit vulnerable populations by manipulating their emotions, grievances, and sense of injustice. They may use various justifications, distorted ideologies, and propaganda to recruit individuals who are feeling marginalized, hopeless, or disillusioned. Islam, like any other religion, has the potential to play a role in countering extremism. Many Muslims and Islamic scholars actively promote peace, tolerance, and coexistence, emphasizing the true teachings of Islam as a religion of peace and understanding.
Peer Lee Response
Al-Qaeda and ISIS, like some other extremist groups, use religion as a justification for terrorism by manipulating religious texts to suit their political goals. They cherry-pick interpretations of Islamic teachings to support their actions, framing their violence as a religious duty. This justification is often used to recruit vulnerable individuals, particularly disillusioned or hopeless youth, who may seek a sense of purpose or identity.
It is essential to recognize that most Muslims condemn terrorism and see it as a distortion of their faith. Islam is not inherently extremist, but extremists manipulate religious teachings. To counter extremism, many Muslims and Islamic scholars actively promote a more peaceful and tolerant interpretation of Islam, which can play a significant role in curbing extremism. It is crucial to support these efforts and address the socio-political factors that also contribute to radicalization.
“Just as troubling is the fact that ISIS has successfully advanced a twisted narrative that the United States is at war with Islam and that it is the duty of young Muslims to defend their religion by attacking the United States and our allies. Nothing could be further from the truth. That is not what we are about. We know that, and it is important that we convey that consistently throughout the world. This battle is not against a religion. This battle is against ISIS, plain and simple. ISIS is a cowardly group of murderers who kill Muslims, kill Jews, and kill Christians alike. They have no regard for human life. The estimated 30,000 ISIS fighters have nothing to do with the 1.5 billion Muslim men and women who peacefully practice their religion around the world and in our communities”

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Watch this video about the future of cyber-warfare. The reality is that this future is happening right now. How do you see our nation employing cyber attacks in the future? How do you see cyber attacks being deployed against our country? Is the cyber-warfare arena more of a level playing field that nations with fewer resources and even terrorist organizations can thrive in? How easy would it be to disrupt our economy and how could this be accomplished? Are there ethical considerations here for nations to deploy cyber attacks against an adversary’s civilian population? Choose a question or two to comment on and interact with your classmates on their opinions.
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Peer Response:
Danielle
How do you see cyber attacks being deployed against our country?
How easy would it be to disrupt our economy and how could this be accomplished?
In the future, I see cyber attacks being deployed against our country in a variety of ways. The video talked about multiple ways that a cyber weapon can be used to cause disruption. Shutting down power, ATMS, and water are a few ways cyberwarfare can be used. When it comes to our military, cyber warfare can shut down the computers and GPS systems they use, making them vulnerable. This can cause defeat to our military by other countries.
After watching the video, doing these actions would be relatively easy. Nowadays, it is the internet is very accessible and cheap. In 2010, Stuxnet was accomplished by a code being developed and spread all over the world on different systems. The virus could be spread to PLCs, thus, ridding power grids and other industrial systems. With Stuxnet accomplishing this task, other viruses can do this as well.
David Response
Modern warfare has evolved, and cyber operations play a significant role in shaping current and future conflicts. Countries increasingly exploit cyber capabilities to target military infrastructure and disrupt essential civilian systems, such as power grids, financial institutions, and communication networks. The impact of these actions on national economies can be profound, causing significant upheaval and instability. Unlike traditional warfare, the cyber-warfare arena presents a more level playing field. Smaller nations and non-state actors, including terrorist organizations, have found a foothold due to the asymmetrical nature of cyber attacks. The accessibility and relatively lower resource requirements in this domain have amplified the potential for substantial disruption, regardless of traditional military might. The potential for cyber attacks to disrupt economies is a genuine concern. Adversaries could significantly disrupt economic stability by targeting financial systems supply chains or manipulating stock markets, impacting global markets and financial security. Deploying cyber attacks ethically is of utmost importance, particularly when distinguishing between targeting military infrastructure and inadvertently affecting civilian populations. Deliberate harm to civilians, even indirectly through attacks on critical civilian services, raises significant ethical and humanitarian concerns. The confluence of security imperatives and ethical considerations poses a challenge for governments. Navigating this complex landscape requires the establishment of ethical guidelines and international agreements that delineate the acceptable application of cyber capabilities. Responsible conduct is crucial to mitigate cyber warfare’s potentially catastrophic consequences and foster a global environment that upholds ethical standards in conflict.

Please submit your first or rough draft via the assignments folder. Rough drafts are works in progress but must contain all of the required elements of the final paper. You will submit this draft for comment and editing by the professor. This first draft is due in Week 6; it should contain the thesis statement, the literature on which you build your Memo to the President, and the argument you will be making. The professor will comment or edit the rough draft and return it to you quickly. Rough drafts should be in APA style and include a title page and all current citations. Proper grammar and spelling are required. The rough draft is more than an outline. Sources must be listed, including research of at least two-thirds of your final paper.
For good guidance on writing papers, please see the following: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/the_writing_process/developing_an_outline/types_of_outlines.html
Final Paper (DUE: 12 December 2023)
Please submit your finished paper. The final paper is a Memo to the President and should include a brief history of the strategy as well as answer the following questions:
Why is this a terrorist strategy?
Which terrorists use this strategic method? Why?
When has this strategic method proven effective, and what counterstrategy should the country adopt? Why?
What are the potential flaws in the terrorists’ strategy and in our counterstrategy that are to be anticipated? Why?
What infrastructures support using this method as part of a terrorist strategy? How? Why?
The paper should include 6-8 full pages of content, plus the title page, abstract, and references page. These are to be included with the final paper as a single document.
Papers should be written in Microsoft Word or RTF, double-spaced, with no more than 1.25” margins using standard 12-point font. They are to be in APA style format. They must include at least two primary sources, three peer-reviewed academic journal articles, and five sources from newspapers or other references to demonstrate the plausibility of a clearly stated, analytical thesis. Proper grammar and spelling are required. Final papers should incorporate the edits made by the professor on the rough draft.
Just need the rough draft with a final draft afterwards based on the corrections the professor wants to see.

To complete this assignment, you will examine a real-life event, the 1972 Munich Olympics, to analyze the effects and impacts of reporting a terrorist event. Please ensure your response addresses the following:
Evaluate the various communications methods in supporting terrorism messages that the Black September Terrorist Group used during the 1972 Munich attack.
Appraise the relationship between the media (ABC Wide World of Sports) and the terrorist group Black September at that time.
How did the Black September Group use the international stage (1972 Munich Olympics) to support their political grievances – and how did they manipulate the media to their advantage? Were they successful in achieving their objectives?
Given the advent of social media, how would this event impact the success or failure of the Terrorist Group in achieving its objectives?
Length: Include 4 to 6 pages (excluding the title and reference page).
References: Include four scholarly resources cited using APA format.
Additional Resources
Review the following required videos on the Module 1 LibGuide in the Course Resources section for details on the assignment topic.
Jim McKay Munich Coverage (3:34)
Sportscaster Jim McKay on the 1972 Munich Olympics (14:05)

Please prepare a full-sentence outline of your paper. Your thesis statement must be at the top of your outline. A full-sentence outline is similar to a topic outline but requires a full sentence at each level of the outline. Quotes listed in your outline must utilize in-text citations. A reference list in APA format should be included on a separate page. The Full Sentence Outline is due in Week 5.
If you are unfamiliar with full sentence outlines, please check out:
https://libguides.umgc.edu/annotated-bibliographies
https://libguides.usc.edu/writingguide/annotatedbibliography
https://clas.ucdenver.edu/writing-center/sites/default/files/attached-files/annotated_bibliographies.pdf
A properly formatted APA title page must be included in your submission.

I need a paper on what is known about the OPM data breach in 2015. The outline is as follows:
– Background of the 2015 OPM Cyberattack
– The Impact of the 2015 OPM Data Breach
– Lessons Learned from the 2015 OPM Breach
Please do not include headers or footnotes. ten sources are required and need to be limited to peer-reviewed journals within the last five years, government documents, or the sites listed in the link provided as your source. Additionally, the Government-affiliated sources listed could be utilized. As for citation, use Chicago Style author-date.

This class is Homeland Security. The essay should be 350 words. This essay needs to answer the following question:
Compare and contrast “Old Terrorism” and New Terrorism.
Use standard essay format for the response of the question ( i.e. an introduction, middle paragraph and conclusion) Response must be double-spaced, using standard font ( i.e. Times New Roman) and 12 point type size.
Text book for the class is: Understanding Homeland Security, Gus Martin, 2019, Sage Publication, ISBN.13: 978-1-544-35580-1