The National Infrastructure Protection Center (NIPC) was created in response to Presidential Decision Directive 63 (PDD-63) to protect the critical infrastructure of the United States from physical and cyber threats. However, the functions of NIPC were later transferred to the Information Analysis and Infrastructure Protection (IAIP) Directorate of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The NIPC had multiple functions, including:
- Threat assessment and warnings for critical infrastructure sectors
- Coordination of investigative and protective activities related to infrastructure protection
- Information sharing and analysis among federal, state, and local agencies, as well as private sector partners
- Research and development for new and innovative infrastructure protection technologies
Although the NIPC no longer exists as a separate entity, its mission lives on through the IAIP. The IAIP continues to work with government and private sector partners to protect the nation’s critical infrastructure from physical and cyber threats.
FAQs
What is the National Infrastructure Protection Center?
The National Infrastructure Protection Center (NIPC) was established in response to Presidential Decision Directive 63 (PDD-63) to protect the critical infrastructure of the United States from physical and cyber threats.
What were the functions of the NIPC?
The NIPC had multiple functions, including threat assessment and warnings, coordination of investigative and protective activities, information sharing and analysis, and research and development for new technologies.
What happened to the NIPC?
The functions of the NIPC were transferred to the Information Analysis and Infrastructure Protection (IAIP) Directorate of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Final Thoughts
Although the NIPC no longer exists, the IAIP continues to carry out its mission of protecting the nation’s critical infrastructure from physical and cyber threats. Through collaboration with government and private sector partners, the IAIP is working to ensure the safety and security of the United States.
