Essay Problem
• Write an essay on the future of private military companies (PMCs). Ensure you cover the following points:
o Are PMCs cost-effective alternatives to governmental security forces? Why or why not?
o What valid roles do PMCs play in hazardous regions of the world?
o Over the long-term, is it ethically sound to entrust a large measure of our national defense to firms who, of necessity, consider the profit motive as their prime directive (as opposed to service to the nation)?
• Write an essay identifying what you consider to be the single most important system in terms of critical national infrastructure (CNI). At a minimum, you must discuss the following points:
o ID of CNI element
o Reasons for identifying the as the most important element in the CNI arena.
o Suggestions for securing the aforementioned.
The response should include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.