The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released new guidance to help critical infrastructure organizations better understand and implement unmanned aircraft system (UAS) detection technologies as drone-related threats continue to evolve.
As drones become more sophisticated, their potential to disrupt or compromise critical sites has grown. CISA’s latest publication – Unmanned Aircraft System Detection Technology Guidance for Critical Infrastructure – outlines how organizations can assess risks, select the right detection tools, and integrate them effectively into existing security operations.
The agency emphasizes that UAS detection technology refers to systems capable of detecting, tracking, or identifying drones in nearby airspace. While often discussed alongside counter-UAS (C-UAS) systems, CISA notes that detection technology does not involve taking control of or disabling a drone. Some detection methods may monitor communications between a drone and its operator, so organizations are urged to consult legal counsel before purchasing or deploying such systems to ensure compliance with federal laws.
CISA’s guidance highlights three key steps for organizations considering these technologies:
- Establish UAS Detection Technology Capability Requirements
- Determine the Most Site-Appropriate UAS Detection Technology
- Integrate UAS Detection Technology into Existing Security Plans
Click here to read the full guidance.
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