Module 11: Read the article What Would a CYBERCOM-NSA Split Mean? This article was published in 2016. Research on this topic and find out whether there was a split between them. Were there any consequences? Also provide any interesting articles that support your findings.

https://www.fifthdomain.com/home/2016/10/10/what-would-a-cybercom-nsa-split-mean/

As of March of 2024, the split between U.S. Cyber Command (CYBERCOM) and the National Security Agency (NSA) was mentioned but has not been fully implemented.

In 2016 when this article was written, there were discussions about separating the leadership of CYBERCOM and NSA to enhance the focus and effectiveness of each organization in their respective missions. CYBERCOM focuses on military cyber operations, while the NSA is primarily responsible for signals intelligence and cybersecurity.

However, the decision to split the leadership was under consideration for several years, and there were debates about the timing and implications of such a move. While some argued that a separate command structure would better align CYBERCOM’s activities with military objectives, others expressed concerns about potential coordination challenges and the need for close collaboration between CYBERCOM and NSA.

Resources:

National Security Agency/Central Security Service. (n.d.). Strengthening the front line: NSA launches new cybersecurity directorate. https://www.nsa.gov/Press-Room/News-Highlights/Article/Article/1973871/strengthening-the-front-line-nsa-launches-new-cybersecurity-directorate/

Pomerleau, M. (2022, August 18). What would a CYBERCOM-NSA split mean? C4ISRNet. https://www.c4isrnet.com/home/2016/10/10/what-would-a-cybercom-nsa-split-mean/

U.S. Department of Defense. (2024, February 15). Cyber Command, NSA successes point way to future. https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3322765/cyber-command-nsa-successes-point-way-to-future/