Obama To Revamp Cyber Security For US

The cyber infrastructure of the United States is not up to par. On May 29th, 2009, President Obama presented the "Cyberspace Policy Review" which outlines a shift towards a more secure US cyber infrastructure and better defended computer networks. Recent headlines demonstrate a growing popular concern for insufficient cyber/network defenses. Rogue states and aggressive nations are starting to use the internet as a battlefield. Recent attacks on South Korea and US government and commercial interests are just lingering reminders of the urgency of new cyber policies.

The new doctrine will require a comprehensive overview of our current practices. The scope of the program will involve: threat reduction, deterrence, vulnerability reduction, incident response, international engagement, systems resiliency, and computer and network recovery policies, including computer network operations, information assurance, law enforcement, diplomacy, military, and intelligence missions as they relate to the security and stability of the global information and communications infrastructure.

Some directional shifts in policy:
- Anchor leadership at the Whitehouse to signify the importance of the role of the new figurehead. This will also help harmonize various departments of the government involved in computer and internet security--making them more flexible and participatory.
- Coherent unified policy guidance: clarify authorities, roles, and responsibilities for cybersecurity-related activities across the Federal government
- Promote cybersecurity risk awareness for all citizens
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