Defense Intelligence Strategy 2008

“Defense intelligence today operates in a world markedly different from the one in which it developed. The emergence of a highly interconnected global economy is reshaping international alliances, speeding the adoption of technologies, and giving rise to the development of new economic centers. This interconnected world, while offering opportunities to many, also presents significant national security risks. Regional instability resulting from the spread of religious fundamentalism, massive population shifts, and competition for natural resources and other factors will foster new requirements for defense intelligence. The complex and interrelated forces at work will transform societies and recast the intelligence priorities, strategies, and methods necessary to meet the unique demands of a dynamic 21st century…

“Defense intelligence is a critical component of the U.S. intelligence enterprise. It has two missions: first, to respond to the unique policy, operational and acquisition requirements of the Department of Defense, and second, to respond to national intelligence missions assigned to the Department of Defense. It comprises the Under Secretary of Defense (Intelligence); national and defense intelligence agencies represented by the NGA, NSA, NRO and DIA; defense organizations such as DSS and CIFA; Service and agency intelligence, counterintelligence and security elements; and joint intelligence components, including those of the Joint Staff and the Combatant Commands. Its customer demands are diverse; from the Commander in Chief and Secretary of Defense to the operational commander and engaged warriors.”