Abstract
This article argues that the fragmented US cybersecurity framework—marked by the absence of a lead agency, insufficient whole-of-government coordination, and inconsistent private-sector compliance— undermines national resilience to cyber threats. Unlike existing literature that often focuses on technical vulnerabilities, this piece highlights systemic governance failures through detailed case studies of the SolarWinds, Colonial Pipeline, and Change Healthcare cyberattacks. The article identifies critical gaps in cyber incident response by drawing on incident reports, policy analysis, and expert commentary and offers actionable recommendations to strengthen national cybersecurity, making it especially relevant for policymakers and military practitioners concerned with protecting critical infrastructure.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
10.55540/0031-1723.3359
Recommended Citation
Kelly R. Ihme, Patrick O. Boling, Michael Zimmerman & Timothy G. McCormick, "Who Is in Charge of Cyber Incidence Response in the Homeland?," Parameters 55, no. 3 (2025), doi:10.55540/0031-1723.3359.