Research paper : Computer Science
Federal Cybersecurity Research and Development Strategic Plan: Ensuring Prosperity and National Security
Overview
Introduction
Assumptions
The Plan
Defensive Elements
Six Critical Areas
Recommendations
Conclusion
Introduction
NSTC R&D Plan
Cyber Threat Evolution
Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2014
EO 13636
Presidential Policy Directive (PPD) 21
PPD 8
President ’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST)
Assumptions
Adversaries
Defenders
Users
Technology
The Plan
Near-Term
Mid-Term
Long-Term
Defensive Elements
Deter
Protect
Detect
Adapt
Six Critical Areas
(1) scientific foundations;
(2) enhancements in risk management;
(3) human aspects;
(4) transitioning successful research into pervasive use;
(5) workforce development; and
(6) enhancing the infrastructure for research.
Recommendations
Recommendation 1 . Prioritize basic and long- term research in Federal cybersecurity R&D.
Recommendation 2 . Lower barriers and strengthen incentives for public and private organizations that would broaden participation in cybersecurity R&D.
Recommendation 3. Assess barriers and identify incentives that could accelerate the transition of evidence- validated effective and efficient cybersecurity research results into adopted technologies , especially for emerging technologies and threats .
Recommendation 4 . Expand the diversity of expertise in the cybersecurity research community.
Recommendation 5. Expand diversity in the cybersecurity workplace .
Conclusion
Introduction
Assumptions
The Plan
Defensive Elements
Six Critical Areas
Recommendations