He experienced what few others have. We spoke with the former deputy director of the FBI.

9. 10. 2024

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Paul Haertel for PrahaIN.cz

PrahaIN.cz · Interview

Paul H. Haertel, former Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI, gave an interview to PrahaIN.cz, where he speaks openly about his more than thirty-year career with the FBI, his experience in counterterrorism, and the evolving nature of today's security threats.

"The security environment is constantly evolving. Alongside terrorism, today's most significant challenges include cyberattacks, disinformation campaigns, and attacks against publicly accessible places." Paul H. Haertel

The interview follows Haertel's professional journey—from investigating terrorist attacks and leading the FBI's Critical Incident Response Group to his current work in the Czech Republic. He also explains how security threats have evolved over the past decades and why prevention, crisis preparedness, and effective cooperation between institutions are more important than ever.

In this interview, you'll learn about:

✓ How the most significant security threats have evolved over the past several decades.
✓ What he learned from investigating terrorist attacks and leading critical incident response operations within the FBI.
✓ Why cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns have become major security threats alongside traditional terrorism.
✓ How he now applies his experience to security consulting, crisis preparedness, and professional training in the Czech Republic.
Profile Paul H. Haertel Former FBI Deputy Assistant Director and former head of the Critical Incident Response Group. During more than thirty years of service, he specialized in counterterrorism, crisis management, and international law enforcement cooperation. Today, he is a member of the SIHASO team, focusing on security strategy, crisis preparedness, and the protection of soft targets. 

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