Counterterrorism and Intelligence Framework

Using the knowledge you have learned in this course, construct a Counterterrorism and Intelligence Framework that creates the most robust intelligence system and strategically efficient counterterrorism operations. The Framework should be written as a policy recommendation to the U. S. Department of Homeland Security.

Academic Research
Primary (original) sources written by experts in the field of study

Secondary sources supported by research in primary sources
Credible sources (experts in the area of study)
Relevant research (materials are pertinent to the area of study)
In graduate work, the use of peer-reviewed journal articles (journal articles reviewed by recognized experts in the relevant field of study) is required.
Educational websites may be appropriate in some cases but should be evaluated carefully.
The following are examples of what is not acceptable for academic research and referencing:

The Framework must address the following:

Roles and responsibilities for agencies participating in your framework
Consider whether you will do away with some agencies, simply remove them from intelligence and counterterrorism operations, or whether you will create new agencies. Your Framework must contain at least three agencies.
Specific function of each agency
Describe the specific function of each agency. Note whether agencies will focus on a specific type of intelligence, intelligence collection, or counterterrorism operations.
Agency collaboration
Discuss how your three noted agencies will interact with one another to support of the overall Framework.
Tools the agencies use
Which tools (intelligence and counterterrorism) will be made available to agencies in your Framework? You must discuss at least three tools.
Intelligence and counterterrorism policies
Discuss at least three specific policy recommendations regarding intelligence and counterterrorism that the Department of Homeland Security should adopt to combat future terrorist attacks and protect the homeland.

Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:

Must be a minimum of eight (8) double-spaced pages in length (excluding the title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA (6th ed.) style as outlined in the approved style guide.
Must use a minimum of five (5) resources.