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A Multilayered Physical Security Approach

Introduction

The purpose of a physical protection system is to protect a system or facility against potential attacks. In high-risk facilities, the main function of protection systems is described by the philosophy of ‘detect, delay, and respond’. The protection system is required to detect when a system or facility is under attack and delay the adversary from achieving their attack objectives. The adversaries are delayed for long enough to allow for there to be an effective response which can interrupt and ultimately neutralize the threat (Deng & Mahadevan, 2015). The ability of a protection system to accomplish its objectives can be measured by assessing the probability an attack is detected in time for an effective response to be initiated. The ability of the system to accomplish its objectives can also be measured by assessing the probability that a response is able to neutralize a threat’s attack. This research topic will evaluate the different physical security measures needed to adequately detect and deter security intrusion, both cyber and physical.

Problem Statement

Physical security measures are essential to protect personnel as well as property from harm. Multiple layers of interdependent systems make up the physical security system. They include security guards, CCTV cameras, fire protection, and access control among others (Fennelly, 2016). These systems are prone to failure thus the need to have multiple layers to enhance security. The importance of using a multilayered physical security approach is to ensure that security is enhanced even with failure of a single layer of the system (Panek, 2019). A complete breakdown of security due to a single failure can have devastating effects. It becomes important to enhance understanding on the importance of a multilayered physical security approach. This research aims to evaluate different physical security measures required to effectively detect and deter any security intrusion. It aims at addressing these research questions:

1. What are the different methods of physical security measures?

2. What are the challenges of having a single layer physical security measure?

3. How does a multilayered physical security approach enhance security?

Scope of the Study

This study focuses on physical security approaches, in particular, multilayered approach. For some companies, a multilayered physical security approach is used because of its significance in enhancing physical security (Shinder & Cross, 2008).

Objectives

The key goal of this research is to illustrate how a multilayered physical security approach is essential in detecting and deterring physical security threats. It aims at illustrating the benefits of a multilayered physical security system in minimizing security threats. The study aims at meeting these sub-objectives:

1. To provide a comprehensive list of physical security measures practiced.

2. To evaluate challenges of a single layer physical security system.

3. To illustrate the benefits of multilayered physical security system.

Assumptions

It is important to consider the following while performing this research:

1. The participants of this study will answer questions truthfully and in a candid manner.

2. The sample will be appropriate to represent the population to make inferences.

3. Participants of the study have a sincere interest in the research and no other motives behind their participation (Wargo, 2015).

Methodology

This study will be conducted through both secondary and primary research methods. Secondary research will include thorough analysis of the literature review and primary research will include visiting different companies to evaluate their physical security measures practices.

Tentative Schedule

Submit research topic…………………………………………………………

Research topic approved by professor……………………………………….

Submit research outline………………………………………………………

Research outline returned for revision………………………………………..

Submit revised research outline……………………………………………..February, 23 2020

Submit annotated bibliography……………………………………………..February 23, 2020

Submit first draft of research proposal…………………………………….

Research proposal returned for revision……………………………….…..

Complete revision and resubmit first draft…………………………………

Submit final draft to professor………………………………………………

References Fennelly, L. (2016). Effective Physical Security. Elsevier Science. Panek, C. (2019). Security Fundamentals. John Wiley & Sons. Shinder, D. L., & Cross, M. (2008). Scene of the Cybercrime. Elsevier. Wargo, W. G. (2015, August 19). Identifying Assumptions and Limitations For Your Dissertation. Retrieved from Academic Information Center: www.academicinfocenter.com/identifying-assumptions-and-limitations-for-your-dissertation.html