Problem
Time is of the essence to address a multifaceted problem to protect the United States from individual actors, nefarious groups, or rogue nation-states. We have seen three industrial revolutions that have transformed our modern society. With each of these advancements from the steam engine, the age of science and mass production, and the rise of digital technology-the world around us has fundamentally changed. Technology is moving so quickly and those in the arena of homeland security must be equally prepared to evolve with a versatile adversary to combat threats and protect our nation. Emerging technologies will play a large role and looking into the future to create problem-solving strategies and deploy tactical responses is a necessity.
Looking toward the next decade for DHS, what should their organizational priorities and mission(s) areas be?