Question

List and describe the three different layers of homeland defense.

Answer 1

Answer:

Using a conceptual layered, defense in depth model, NORTHCOM has defined three areas or “layers” to operate in; the Forward Region; the Homeland; and the layer in between called the Approaches.

Answer 2

The three different layers of homeland defense are as follow:

• Preventing terrorists, protecting infrastructure and people, and preparing to respond/mitigate the effects of an attack are the three layers of homeland security.

• Infrastructure and warning; border and transportation; domestic counterterrorism; critical infrastructure protection; catastrophic terrorism; and emergency preparedness and response are also included in the homeland defense.