COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF CYBERSECURITY CONCEPTS

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COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF CYBERSECURITY CONCEPTS

FOR AIR FORCE ENGINEERING EXAM QUESTIONS

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Question 1: Title 10, US Code (Armed Forces)

Answer:

Provides the legal basis for the roles, missions, and organization of each of the services as well as the Department of Defense, guiding the structure and operations of the U.S. Armed Forces

Question 2: Active Directory (AD)

Answer:

Tool used by the 83rd Network Operations Squadron to store and manage network object information

Question 3: Cyberspace Parity

Answer:

Refers to the condition where no force controls cyberspace, emphasizing the complex and dynamic nature of cyberspace operations and security.

Question 4: Command Strategy

Answer:

Provides the link between national strategic guidance and joint planning, guiding the development and execution of military strategies and operations

Question 5: IMS

Answer:

An unclassified system providing access to the management enclave, logically segmenting Air Force Information Network (AFIN) network traffic for enhanced security

Question 6: DACO

Answer:

Directive Authority for Cyberspace Operations, providing strategic guidance and direction for cybersecurity initiatives and operations.

Question 7: Force Package

Answer:

Represents forces mutually supporting each other during the same vulnerability window, emphasizing coordinated and collaborative action in cyberspace operations.

Question 8: SIPRNet Enclave

Answer:

Hosts applications for ingesting network traffic, enabling operators to perform analysis and verification tasks, ensuring the security of sensitive information

Question 9: SIPRNet Gateways

Answer:

Security stacks implemented between the base SIPRNet Security Domain Points (SDPs) and the DoD SIPRNet, providing Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and Intrusion Detection System (IDS) capabilities

Question 10: USAF Gateway Router - IP/Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS)

Answer:

Provides point to cloud, scalable, and transport independent services, ensuring secure and efficient network operations

Question 11: Strategic guidance

Answer:

Provides long term and intermediate objectives, defines victory or success, and identifies forces, resources, and means to achieve objectives, guiding military planning and decision-making

Question 12: Cyber Mission Force

Answer:

U.S. Cyber Command's action arm, responsible for executing cyber operations to defend against and respond to cyber threats

Question 13: Perimeter Router

Answer:

A boundary router between SDP and firewall, controlling and securing network traffic in cyberspace operations.

Question 14: Respond (AFCYBER Mission Area)

Answer:

Involves detection of cyberspace incidents and countermeasures, outlining the critical focus on rapid response and mitigation in cybersecurity operations.

Question 15: FPCON Bravo

Answer:

A Force Protection Condition indicating an increased and predictable threat of terrorism, requiring heightened security measures

Question 16: Splunk

Answer:

A data analytic tool leveraged by operators to query data from gateway traffic and identify malicious vectors, enhancing cybersecurity measures

Question 17: Jus ad bello

Answer:

Principles governing acceptable use of force under international law, guiding military conduct in armed conflicts

Question 18: Enterprise Recursive Services (ERS)

Answer:

DISA Gateway capability for outbound DNS queries, enhancing network efficiency and security in cyberspace operations.

Question 19: Threat Intelligence

Answer:

Data collected to understand threat actor motives and behaviors, informing proactive cybersecurity measures and response strategies.

Question 20: Customary Law

Answer:

A limited set of rights that the community has agreed to follow, shaping cybersecurity practices and ethical standards.

Question 21: Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA)

Answer:

Manages DISN and associated subdomains, providing critical infrastructure and support for secure communications and data management.

Question 22: The principles of LOAC/Law of War

Answer:

Include military necessity, humanity, proportionality, distinction, and honor, guiding military conduct and behavior in armed conflicts

Question 23: 16th Air Force Commander's Hats

Answer:

Functions include ADCON, OPCON, and serving as JFHQ-Cyber representative, guiding decision-making and operations in cyberspace.

Question 24: Cyber Orders

Answer:

General term defining the types of orders issued for network operations and maintenance

Question 25: AFNGS

Answer:

An architecture consolidating the Air Force enclave to a few points of entry, enabling cyber weapon system processes and effects on traffic, ensuring comprehensive cybersecurity