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Which Periodic Reinvestigation is required for continued Secret Clearance eligibility?
Which Periodic Reinvestigation is required for continued Secret Clearance eligibility?
Tier 3 R
A favorably adjudicated background investigation is required for access to classified information.
A favorably adjudicated background investigation is required for access to classified information.
True (A)
Which of the following must be reported?
Which of the following must be reported?
- Divorce (correct)
- Driving while intoxicated (correct)
- Issuance of a restraining order (correct)
- None of the above
Which of the following levels of classified information could cause serious damage to National Security if compromised?
Which of the following levels of classified information could cause serious damage to National Security if compromised?
Where must the Classification Authority Block be placed?
Where must the Classification Authority Block be placed?
Working papers must be remarked within how many days as a finished document?
Working papers must be remarked within how many days as a finished document?
Which form is used to record combinations of security containers?
Which form is used to record combinations of security containers?
SECRET material may be sent via certified mail.
SECRET material may be sent via certified mail.
Which of the following methods are appropriate for destroying classified information?
Which of the following methods are appropriate for destroying classified information?
A data spill is a ___________.
A data spill is a ___________.
Personnel who receive questions regarding classified information appearing in the media shall be referred to whom?
Personnel who receive questions regarding classified information appearing in the media shall be referred to whom?
Under which program are contractor personnel cleared?
Under which program are contractor personnel cleared?
The standard DOD-wide form of identification is the _________.
The standard DOD-wide form of identification is the _________.
Intrusion detection systems are only used on the exterior of a facility or installation.
Intrusion detection systems are only used on the exterior of a facility or installation.
OPSEC is a methodology that denies critical information to the adversary.
OPSEC is a methodology that denies critical information to the adversary.
How often must you receive a defensive foreign travel briefing?
How often must you receive a defensive foreign travel briefing?
In addition to foreign travel requirements, those with SCI access must?
In addition to foreign travel requirements, those with SCI access must?
Examples of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) include:
Examples of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) include:
What form is used to record the opening and closing of the security container?
What form is used to record the opening and closing of the security container?
You must obtain a defensive foreign travel security briefing prior to travel or at least once a year from whom?
You must obtain a defensive foreign travel security briefing prior to travel or at least once a year from whom?
Which of the following methods may be used to transmit Top Secret material?
Which of the following methods may be used to transmit Top Secret material?
The Tier 3 Investigation is designated for which positions?
The Tier 3 Investigation is designated for which positions?
All of the following are examples of Adverse Information that must be reported EXCEPT:
All of the following are examples of Adverse Information that must be reported EXCEPT:
The Physical Security Program is designed to:
The Physical Security Program is designed to:
Which of the following is responsible for the review of written materials for public release?
Which of the following is responsible for the review of written materials for public release?
Good Operations Security (OPSEC) practices DO NOT include:
Good Operations Security (OPSEC) practices DO NOT include:
Study Notes
Security Clearance and Investigations
- Tier 3 R periodic reinvestigations are required for continued Secret Clearance eligibility.
- Favorably adjudicated background investigations are mandatory for access to classified information.
Reporting Requirements
- Significant life events that must be reported include divorce, driving while intoxicated, and issuance of a restraining order.
- Traffic violations with a fine under $300 do not need to be reported as adverse information.
Levels of Classified Information
- Classified information labeled as "Secret" can cause serious damage to National Security if compromised.
Document Handling and Classification
- The Classification Authority Block should be placed on the face of classified documents.
- Working papers must be remarked as finished within 180 days.
- Classified information destruction methods include burning and shredding.
Security Procedures
- SF 700 is the form used to record combinations of security containers.
- SF 702, known as the Security Container Check Sheet, is utilized to document the opening and closing of security containers.
- SECRET material cannot be sent via certified mail.
Security Violations and Procedures
- A data spill is classified as a security violation.
- Inquiries regarding classified information in the media should be directed to your Public Affairs and Security Office.
Clearance and Identification
- Contractor personnel are cleared under the National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
- The standard Department of Defense (DOD) identification form is the Common Access Card.
Physical Security and Intrusion Detection
- Intrusion detection systems are utilized both inside and outside facilities, contrary to the belief they are only exterior.
Operations Security (OPSEC)
- OPSEC methodology aims to deny critical information to adversaries.
- Good OPSEC practices do not include discussing sensitive information in a public setting.
Foreign Travel Procedures
- Defensive foreign travel briefings must be received at least once a year or prior to travel.
- Individuals with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access need to complete a foreign travel questionnaire before travel and a secondary one upon return.
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
- Examples of CUI include inspection reports, investigation documents, and Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
Transmission of Classified Materials
- Top Secret materials may be transmitted using appropriate cleared couriers, protected fax, or secure message/voice methods.
- The Physical Security Program aims to protect against espionage, sabotage, damage, and theft.
Review of Public Materials
- The Defense Office of Prepublication and Security Review is responsible for reviewing written materials before they are released to the public.
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