Counterintelligence Theory and Practice

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Counterintelligence Theory and Practice

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Counterintelligence Theory and Practice, Third Edition, offers comprehensive updates, expanded content, new case studies, and a new chapter on cybersecurity, providing readers with the latest insights into counterintelligence practices.Delve into the ethical dimensions of counterintelligence, stressing the importance of principled decision-making in safeguarding national interests and corporate assets. Engage with interactive exercises and scenarios, honing your analytical and critical thinking abilities through practical applications. Benefit from a multidisciplinary perspective encompassing psychology, technology, international relations, and criminology, making this edition a comprehensive resource for understanding counterintelligence. Explore a wide array of recent and historical counterintelligence operations worldwide, offering valuable insights into successful strategies and lessons learned from past failures. From fundamentals to advanced tactics, this edition covers all counterintelligence aspects, catering to professionals, academics, and students alike.

Table of Contents

Foreword by To Be Advised2 pages
Preface2 pages
About the Study Questions1 page
Key Concepts to Note1 page
1 Challenges for Counterintelligence
2 Fundamentals of Counterintelligence
3 Counterintelligence Theory
4 Tenets of Defensive Counterintelligence
5 Defensive Counterintelligence Planning
6 Defensive Counterintelligence: Physical Security
7 Defensive Counterintelligence: Personnel Security
8 Defensive Counterintelligence: Information Security
9 Defensive Counterintelligence: Communications Security
10 Tenets of Offensive Counterintelligence
11 Offensive Counterintelligence Planning
12 Offensive Counterintelligence: Detection
13 Offensive Counterintelligence: Deception
14 Offensive Counterintelligence: Neutralization
15 Counterintelligence Tradecraft
16 Ethics of Counterintelligence
17 Unpacking Cases of Traditional and Cyber Counterintelligence
Index
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Product details

Bloomsbury Academic Test
Published Feb 19 2026
Format Hardback
Edition 3rd
Extent 328
ISBN 9781538194492
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Illustrations 55 b&w photos
Dimensions 229 x 152 mm
Series Security and Professional Intelligence Education Series
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Hank Prunckun

Hank Prunckun is an adjunct associate research pro…

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