Derivative Classification Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does OCA stand for?

Official Classification Association

Operational Classification Agency

Original Classification Authority (correct)

Original Clearance Authority

Who are responsible for ensuring the highest standards in derivative classification?

Derivative classifiers

What are the two primary sources of policy guidance for derivative classification?

Volumes 1 through 4 of the DoD Information Security Program

What is one of the authorized sources for derivative classification?

Security Classification Guide Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the process of extracting?

Information is taken directly from an authorized classification guidance source and is stated verbatim in a new document. Signup and view all the answers

What must derivative classifiers ensure when paraphrasing or restating information?

The classification has not been changed. Signup and view all the answers

What does generating refer to in derivative classification?

Creating new content from an authorized source in different forms. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'contained in' refer to?

Incorporating classified information without need for additional analysis. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'revealed by' imply?

Incorporating classified information that is not explicitly stated but can be deduced. Signup and view all the answers

What can combining unclassified information result in?

An aggregate that is classified. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three criteria information must meet to be classified?

It must be owned, damage expected from disclosure, and concern specific categories. Signup and view all the answers

What are administrative sanctions?

Punishments including suspension, revocation of clearance, and termination. Signup and view all the answers

What might UCMJ sanctions include?

Loss of rank, pay loss, and dishonorable discharge. Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of criminal sanctions?

Incarceration, fines, and loss of retirement benefits. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Original Classification Authority (OCA)

Represents all cleared DoD and authorized contractor personnel responsible for generating or creating documents from classified sources.

Derivative Classifiers

Must apply high standards when classifying information and receive training every two years.
Cannot make original classification decisions; only OCA has that authority.

Policy Guidance Sources

Volumes 1 through 4 of the DoD Information Security Program provide regulatory requirements and guidance for derivative classification practices.

Authorized Sources for Derivative Classification

Security Classification Guide (SCG): Contains detailed classification guidance for specific programs or operations.
Properly Marked Source Documents: Information can be extracted, paraphrased, or restated while retaining the original classification.
DD Form 254: Provides security classification specifications for contractors; the Government Contracting Activity supplies proper guidance.

Security Classification Guide (SCG)

Comprises comprehensive guidance about classified elements.
Specifies classification levels, reasons for classification, and downgrading/declassification timelines.

Extracting Information

Involves directly taking information verbatim from an authorized source into a new document.

Paraphrasing or Restating

Rewords information from an authorized source in a new document; must maintain the original classification.

Generating Information

Involves transforming information from an authorized source into a different medium, such as videos or CDs.

Concepts of Classification

Contained In: Information incorporated from an authorized source into a new document without needing additional interpretation.
Revealed By: Information included but not explicitly stated in the initial document, requiring some interpretation to deduce.

Compilation or Aggregation

The combination of multiple unclassified pieces of information can create a classified aggregate.

Criteria for Classification

Information must be government-owned, with unauthorized disclosure causing substantial security damage, and relate to specific national security categories as per Executive Order 13526.

Administrative Sanctions

Consequences for classification violations: suspension without pay, security clearance revocation, employment termination, and loss of DoD contracts.

UCMJ Sanctions

Military personnel may face loss of rank, pay reductions, dishonorable discharge, and incarceration for classification violations.

Criminal Sanctions

Violations may lead to incarceration, monetary fines, and loss of federal retirement benefits.

Description

Test your knowledge on derivative classification with these flashcards. This quiz covers key terms such as Original Classification Authority and the responsibilities of derivative classifiers. Perfect for those in the defense sector needing a refresher.