TRB WORKSHOP ON CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION: A NATIONAL PRIORITY

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1 TRB WORKSHOP ON CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION: A NATIONAL PRIORITY Summary Report SUNDAY, JANUARY 13, :30 5:00 P.M. OMNI SHOREHAM HOTEL WASHINGTON, D.C. W27 Critical Infrastructure Protection Workshop

2 Summary Invited speakers and Task Force members provided brief presentations on various aspects of critical infrastructure protection, setting the framework for attendees to begin identifying and outlining research priorities. Attention was given to a full range of security issues including vulnerability and risk assessment, preparedness, response, prevention, technology, procedures and applications, as well as the integration of security considerations into the planning and operation of the nation s transportation system.

3 Opening W27 Chairman David Albright opens workshop General Lew Roach, A5T56 Transportation CIP Task Force chairman welcomes panelists and audience participants. Thanks New Mexico Secretary of Transportation and colleagues for organizing W27 Albright sets workshop objectives, including: Identifying and sharing best practices for critical infrastructure protection and security Identifies need for intra-governmental coordination Notes benefits of TRB and AASHTO collaboration Acknowledges panelists and expertise

4 Presentations : Part A Managing uncertainty: using security assessment tools to support decision-making The Role of ITS in critical infrastructure protection Engineering initiatives for transportation critical infrastructure protection U.S. Corps of Engineers Risk Assessment Methodologies

5 Presentations : Part B Leveraging Geospatial Technology for Security Assessment Preliminary Results of the AASHTO/TRB Security Survey of State DOTs Collaborative Approaches to Infrastructure Security

6 Managing Uncertainty: Using Security Assessment Tools to Support Decision-Making Annabelle Boyd, President Boyd, Caton & Grant Transportation Group, Inc. Addressed CIP problems for all levels of government The struggle with the political and practical ramifications of the call for homeland security. Key considerations and solutions to: What tools are available to justify decisions made re security and emergency preparedness How much security is enough security? How should resources best be allocated for maximum effect? Can we build on our existing emergency response capabilities or must we start again from scratch? How can we measure our current capabilities? What are standard performance measures?

7 Managing Uncertainty: Using Security Assessment Tools to Support Decision-Making Annabelle Boyd, President Boyd, Caton & Grant Transportation Group, Inc. Cost-benefit analysis and other traditional risk mgt tools inadequate for CIP and EM decision-making Transportation managers are challenged Establish a VISION Coordinate. Define risk, your ownership; build roadmap PRSR Objectives: Prevent, Respond, Support, Recover Establish a risk mgt and EM infrastructure New risk assessment methodology (complexity; categorize critical assets; threat and vulnerability analyses Levels of protection defined. Countermeasures examined. Establish set of recommended security and emergency preparedness technology, procedures, and training Standard for EM response NFPA 1600 (apr 2000) Prioritize and Select Solution(s) Outcomes: Threat awareness, Training, Response Planning

8 The Role of ITS in Critical Infrastructure Protection Hamed Benouar, Executive Director Center for Commercialization of ITS Technologies Demonstrated applications for rapid deployment of existing ITS technologies for CIP Rapid mobilization and deployment of of military and emergency services force achievable Get real-time traffic info to public during emergencies Augment public safety, security, well-being measures Described selected ITS technologies: AVLS: Automated Vehicle Location Systems ATMIS: Advd. Traffic Mgt and Information Systems Wireless enhance 911 systems and on board navigation and communications systems, linking driver & public safety orgs.

9 The Role of ITS in Critical Infrastructure Protection Hamed Benouar, Executive Director Center for Commercialization of ITS Technologies Attack problem as a System of Systems Vehicle road driver Safety Efficiency Comfort Security Intelligent vehicles Intelligent infrastructure Technology for infrastructure protection ITS elements (TIS, ATMS, AFMS, CVO & APTS, et al.) Cross-cutting issue = CIP and Security Recommendation: leverage ITS advantages for safety, interoperability, system security, CIP and response Recommended new ITS R&D areas Blanket of ITS technologies in CA. Overlay with Security blanket.

10 Engineering Initiatives for Transportation CIP and Security Dennis Morrison and Daniel O Neil New Mexico Tech Described on-going programs and near-term initiatives for application of engineering and training solutions to CIP and cyber threats, and effective training/tech. transfer to first responder community NMCIAC, a regional information sharing and analysis center Automated, non-intrusive screening and detection Analysis of complex additive systems Sensor technologies for pipeline systems Biological and chemical threat agent sensor network Emerging biosensors for civilian and military use National models for training of first responders

11 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Risk Assessment Methodologies LTC Terrence Ryan U.S. Army Corps of Engineers The Corps current program to conduct risk assessment for over 350 dams and its risk assessment methodology RAM-D was described. Excellent example of fast tracking by application of existing methodologies and innovation and adaptation. Its mission: USACE establishes initial protection, conducts assessments, partners with similar federal organizations and achieves a base line force protection posture for Civil Works facilities in 180 days. Its concept: Detect, Protect, Respond Its schedule: Five (5) Phases Phase I. Established initial protection. Defined critical assets (hydro, canals, locks and dams, ) Phase II. Prepared for assessment (Augment skilled personnel, training, manuals prepared) Phase III. Conducting assessments (on-going) Phase IV Implement baseline force protection requirements Phase V. Sustainment operations

12 Leveraging Geospatial Technology for Security Applications William Roper George Washington University Reviewed existing geospatial visualization technologies applicable to transportation security Commercial imaging (SPOT 4, Radarsat-1, etc.) New and emerging: IKONOS, Quick Bird Integration of time functions - relationships Alternative traffic routes, land use, status of traffic corridors, infrastructure mapping On site traffic flow crisis management (e.g. WTC and Pentagon attacks) Emergence of LIDAR Visualization technique and application Baltimore harbor planning scenario (design against attack) Pipeline crossings (erosion) Natural disaster mitigation and management in real time New Model for Geodata use, web-based and interoperable for infrastructure monitoring and assessment

13 Collaborative Approaches to Infrastructure Security Will Kirksey, Civil Engineering Research Foundation Addressed the necessity and benefit of transportation industry to associate with CIP initiatives in other sectors Summarized significant on-going collaborations available to transportation sector Transportation is essential to nearly every other sector: Cross sector threats and responses Interdependencies Mutual training opportunities Methods and metrics harmonization

14 Collaborative Approaches to Infrastructure Security Will Kirksey, Civil Engineering Research Foundation On-going ASCE programs of benefit to TRB community Assessing infrastructure vulnerability Prioritizing infrastructure renovation Identifying R&D needs for new approaches to protecting critical infrastructure Developing retrofit designs to mitigate damage from disasters Developing new design procedures (including codes and standards) Improving disaster preparedness and response

15 Thematic summary of Workshop issues: Perceived strengths and weaknesses Strengths Apply and fast track existing technology Expand existing training programs Modify/expand risk assessment tools Focus on soon-to-emerge technologies, COTS & GOTS Coordinate:TRB-AASHTO R&D needs identified Avoid stove-piping Emerging grass-roots CIP associations Awareness and action Weaknesses First responder training First responder need to know /security clearance Intra-government coordination Funding Availability of TA and VA expertise Affordability Public policy issues Public awareness Privacy v. security Stove piping Secure communications