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Which level of classified information could cause damage to national security?
Which level of classified information could cause damage to national security?
confidential
Classified information can be safeguarded by using what?
Classified information can be safeguarded by using what?
vaults, secure rooms, secure telephones
Incorporating, paraphrasing, restating, or generating in a new form information that is already classified is known as what?
Incorporating, paraphrasing, restating, or generating in a new form information that is already classified is known as what?
derivative classification
You may be subject to sanctions if you negligently disclose classified information.
You may be subject to sanctions if you negligently disclose classified information.
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Which of the following is required to access classified information?
Which of the following is required to access classified information?
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The personnel security program establishes what for personnel security determinations and overall program management responsibilities?
The personnel security program establishes what for personnel security determinations and overall program management responsibilities?
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What form is used to request a background investigation?
What form is used to request a background investigation?
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Form to record end-of-day security checks?
Form to record end-of-day security checks?
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What is the standard form of identification for DoD employees?
What is the standard form of identification for DoD employees?
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When opening & closing a security container, which form should be completed?
When opening & closing a security container, which form should be completed?
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Which of the following must be reported?
Which of the following must be reported?
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What are parts of the OPSEC process?
What are parts of the OPSEC process?
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Derivative classifiers are required to have all the following except what?
Derivative classifiers are required to have all the following except what?
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Secret materials may be transmitted by the same methods as confidential materials.
Secret materials may be transmitted by the same methods as confidential materials.
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TS documents can be transmitted via?
TS documents can be transmitted via?
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How often must you receive a defensive foreign travel briefing?
How often must you receive a defensive foreign travel briefing?
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A security infraction involves loss, compromise, or suspected compromise.
A security infraction involves loss, compromise, or suspected compromise.
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Cover sheet to help protect a secret document?
Cover sheet to help protect a secret document?
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What method is used to transmit confidential materials to DoD agencies?
What method is used to transmit confidential materials to DoD agencies?
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Classified information can be destroyed using which of the following methods?
Classified information can be destroyed using which of the following methods?
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Prior to foreign travel, you must ensure antiterrorism/force protection level 1 training is current.
Prior to foreign travel, you must ensure antiterrorism/force protection level 1 training is current.
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The physical security program prevents unauthorized access to which of the following?
The physical security program prevents unauthorized access to which of the following?
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Which of the following materials are subject to pre-publication review?
Which of the following materials are subject to pre-publication review?
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Physical security is concerned with ___ & ___ measures designed to prevent unauthorized access.
Physical security is concerned with ___ & ___ measures designed to prevent unauthorized access.
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Study Notes
Classified Information Levels
- Confidential information can cause damage to national security.
- Secret materials cannot be transmitted via the same methods as confidential materials.
Security Safeguarding Methods
- Classified information is protected using vaults, secure rooms, and secure telephones.
- Confidential materials can be transmitted to DoD agencies via USPS first-class mail.
Derivative Classification
- Derivative classification involves incorporating, paraphrasing, or generating classified information in a new form.
- Derivative classifiers do not require the approval of the Original Classification Authority (OCA).
Security Clearance Requirements
- Access to classified information requires clearance eligibility, a need-to-know, and the completion of SF312.
- A background investigation request is made using form SF 86.
Security Documentation
- End-of-day security checks are recorded on SF 701.
- Opening and closing a security container requires documentation on SF 702.
- Cover sheets for secret documents are designated SF 704.
Reporting Obligations
- All incidents must be reported, including any loss or compromise of classified information.
Security Training and Responsibilities
- Personnel must receive a defensive foreign travel briefing at least once a year before travel.
- Prior to foreign travel, antiterrorism/force protection level 1 training must be current.
Physical Security Program
- The physical security program protects personnel, facilities, information, and equipment.
- Physical security encompasses both active and passive measures to prevent unauthorized access.
Pre-Publication Review
- Materials like books, speeches, and articles are subject to pre-publication review to ensure classified information is not disclosed.
Destruction of Classified Information
- Classified information can be destroyed through shredding, burning, or pulverizing.
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