HLSC730 Counterterrorism and Counterintelligence Strategies
Week 1: Discussion Thread: Understanding
Counterintelligence
Based on your readings thus far from the text and your own research describe the
intelligence quadrangle. Discuss the anatomy of counterintelligence. Discuss the
taxonomy and typology of counterintelligence. Explain the “Grounded Theory”
behind counterintelligence.
Understanding Counterintelligence
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Understanding Counterintelligence
Intelligence Quadrangle
Espionage, research, analysis, observation, and covert operations are the four
fundamental roles that might be grouped under the umbrella term “intelligence” (Prunckun,
2012). Espionage and observation, which make up two of the quadrilateral’s four quarters, assist
in the third quarter, which is analysis and research. Covert operations are supported by this
combination of the first three quarters in turn. According to Prunckun (2012), counterintelligence
