Department of Homeland Security
What year was the Department of Homeland Security established?
2002
What does FEMA stand for?
Federal Emergency Management Agency
What kind of disasters are caused by human actions, such as terrorism or chemical spills?
Human-made disasters
What does “Cybersecurity” protect?
Networks, systems, and data from attacks
What is “Situational Awareness”?
Knowing what’s happening around you to identify risks
What major event led directly to the formation of DHS?
The September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks
What does “Mitigation” mean?
Reducing the impact of future disasters before they happen
What is the process of identifying and evaluating potential dangers called?
Threat Assessment
Which DHS agency protects against cyber threats?
CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency)
What does “Safeguard Life and Assets” mean?
Protecting people and property from harm
Which of these agencies is part of DHS?
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)
What is the “Incident Command System (ICS)” used for?
Coordinating multi-agency emergency responses
What is “Risk Analysis”?
Evaluating how likely a threat is and how severe it could be
What does “Intelligence Analysis” involve?
Collecting and studying information to prevent threats
What skill is most important for teams to coordinate during emergencies?
Communication
What is the main goal of DHS?
To protect the U.S. from terrorism and manage national security threats
What does “Preparedness” involve?
Being ready to respond effectively to emergencies
What kind of data is used in threat and risk assessments?
Factual data and evidence about potential risks
What type of intelligence does DHS collect?
Information related to threats to homeland security
What allows citizens to contribute to homeland security?
Reporting suspicious activity and staying informed
Which DHS component enforces immigration laws within the United States?
ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement)
What term describes the ability to recover quickly after a disaster?
Disaster Resilience
What does “Critical Infrastructure” refer to?
Systems essential to society, like power grids and transportation
Which DHS agency investigates counterfeit money and protects national leaders?
The U.S. Secret Service
What is the purpose of “Disaster Exercises”?
To practice emergency response scenarios and evaluate readiness