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Derivative classifiers are required to have all the following except:

Clearance eligibility

Approval of the original classification authority (correct)

Need-to-know

Training in information security

What is SF 701?

The form that is used to record end-of-day security checks.

What is SF 86?

The form that is used to request a background investigation.

Secret materials may be transmitted by the same methods as Confidential materials.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is USPS First Class Mail used for?

Methods that may be used to transmit Confidential materials to DOD agencies. Signup and view all the answers

What is SF 702?

The form that needs to be completed when opening and closing a security container. Signup and view all the answers

Physical security is concerned with _ and _ measures designed to prevent unauthorized access.

active; passive Signup and view all the answers

What methods can classified information be destroyed using?

Burning, Shredding, Pulverizing. Signup and view all the answers

How often must one receive a defensive foreign travel briefing?

At least once a year; Prior to travel. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common access card?

The standard form of identification for DOD employees. Signup and view all the answers

What is SF 704?

The coversheet that is attached to help protect a Secret document. Signup and view all the answers

A security infraction involves loss, compromise, or suspected compromise.

False Signup and view all the answers

What does the physical security program prevent unauthorized access to?

Personnel, Facilities, Information, Equipment. Signup and view all the answers

What level of classified information is Confidential?

The level of classified information that could cause damage to national security if compromised. Signup and view all the answers

What is required to access classified information?

Signed SF 312; Clearance eligibility at the appropriate level; Need-to-know. Signup and view all the answers

You may be subject to sanctions if you negligently disclose classified information.

True Signup and view all the answers

Prior to foreign travel, you must ensure that your Antiterrorism/Force Protection Level 1 training is current.

True Signup and view all the answers

What materials are subject to pre-publication review?

Speeches, Books, Articles. Signup and view all the answers

What are parts of the OPSEC process?

Analysis of threats, Application of appropriate countermeasures, Conduct vulnerability assessments. Signup and view all the answers

What must be reported?

Change in status (divorce, marriage), Adverse information (DUI/DWI), Foreign contacts. Signup and view all the answers

What can classified information be safeguarded by?

Vaults, Secure rooms, Secure telephones. Signup and view all the answers

The Personnel Security Program establishes _____ for Personnel Security determinations and overall program management responsibilities.

policies and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What are methods by which Top Secret documents can be transmitted?

Defense Courier Service, Secure fax. Signup and view all the answers

What is derivative classification?

Incorporating, paraphrasing, restating, or generating in new form information that is already classified. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Classification and Security Forms

Derivative classifiers need approval from the original classification authority.
SF 701 records end-of-day security checks.
SF 86 is used for requesting background investigations.
SF 702 must be completed when opening or closing a security container.
SF 704 serves as a coversheet for protecting Secret documents.

Security Protocols

Secret materials must be transmitted using different methods than Confidential materials.
USPS First Class Mail is acceptable for transmitting Confidential materials to DOD agencies.
Physical security utilizes both active and passive measures to prevent unauthorized access.

Information Destruction and Travel Briefings

Classified information can be destroyed through burning, shredding, and pulverizing.
Receive a defensive foreign travel briefing at least once a year and prior to travel.

Identification and Classification Levels

Common access card is the standard ID for DOD employees.
"Confidential" refers to classified information that may cause damage to national security if compromised.

Access and Reporting Requirements

Accessing classified information requires a signed SF 312, appropriate clearance eligibility, and a need-to-know.
Sanctions may apply for negligent disclosure of classified information.
Antiterrorism/Force Protection Level 1 training must be current before foreign travel.

Pre-Publication Review and OPSEC

Materials like speeches, books, and articles require pre-publication review.
OPSEC involves threat analysis, application of countermeasures, and conducting vulnerability assessments.

Reporting Changes and Safeguarding Classified Information

Report changes in status (e.g., divorce, marriage), adverse information (e.g., DUI/DWI), and foreign contacts.
Classified information can be safeguarded through vaults, secure rooms, and secure telephones.

Personnel Security Program

The Personnel Security Program sets policies and procedures for security determinations and program management.

Transmitting Top Secret Documents

Top Secret documents can be transmitted using Defense Courier Service and secure fax.

Derivative Classification

Derivative classification involves incorporating, paraphrasing, or restating information that is already classified.

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Test your knowledge on key concepts in information security with these flashcards. Each card covers important terms and their definitions to help you understand classification and security protocols. Perfect for students and professionals in the field of information security.