This is the first book of its kind to cover the unique challenges of creating maintaining and
operating a system that operates in both outer space and cyber space. It covers the impact that
cyber threats can have on space systems and how the cybersecurity industry must rise to meet
the threats. Space is one of the fastest growing military government and industry sectors.
Because everything in today's world exists within or connected to cyberspace there is a dire
need to ensure that cybersecurity is addressed in the burgeoning field of space operations. You
will be introduced to the basic concepts involved in operating space systems that include low
earth orbit (LEO) geosynchronous orbit (GEO) and others. Using the related high-level
constraints threats and vectors you will be able to frame a clear picture of the need and
challenges of bringing cybersecurity to bear on satellites space vehicles and their related
systems. The author who has spent seven years in the US Marine Corps and was originally
involved in satellite communications and later cyber operations is now a seasoned
cybersecurity practitioner currently implementing cybersecurity vision and strategy to a large
portfolio of systems and programs many focused specifically in space. A published academic and
experienced professional he brings a practical real-world and tempered approach to securing
space vehicles and their systems. What You Will Learn Understand what constitutes a space
system and the challenges unique to operations of all spacecraft Get introduced to various
space vehicles and their unique constraints and challenges Be aware of the physical and cyber
threats to the space vehicle and its ability to fly and orbit Know the physical and cyber
vectors from which threats may manifest Study the micro- and macro-analysis provided of space
system attack scenarios Be familiar with the high-level problems of cybersecurity in the space
domain Who This Book Is For This book is written for two audiences: those with a background in
space operations as well as those in cybersecurity. It offers the guidance needed to understand
the unique challenges to space operations that affect the implementation of cybersecurity.
