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1.      In order to protect fragile intelligence resources and methods, SCI has been established as the SAP for: a.            NSA b.            GCA c.             DNI  d.            CSA e.             GSA 2.      Interim TOP SECRET FCLs or PCLs are valid for access to COMSEC at the ____ and ____ levels. a.            SECRET, TOP SECRET b.            TOP SECRET, CONFIDENTIAL c.             CONFIDENTIAL, FOUO d.          ...

As a recap from the last article, we can apply the “Elements of Inspection” that are common to ALL cleared companies participating in the NISP. There are a few more elements that might be applied at unique cleared facilities, but facility security officers in those situations can adapt these articles to those specific needs. According to DSS’ The Self-Inspection Handbook for NISP Contractors , the five elements are: (A) Facility Security Clearance (FCL) (B) Access Authorizations (C) Security Education (D) FOCI (E) Classification A good place to start is the very beginning. This second article in the series will address how to integrate the Facility Security Clearance (FCL) into the overall security program designed to protect classified information. Documentation is key. Once a government contracting activity and/or prime contractor awards a contract, the defense contractor can begin preparing documentation to begin the facility security clearance (FCL) process. Proper documentatio...

NISPOM Good things happen where preparation and opportunity meet. Of course you can’t control the opportunity part, but you can always be ready when it does come knocking. In this case, the opportunity is the chance to get a SATISFACTORY or higher rating from Defense Security Services (DSS). Preparation is what you do to meet the minim standard, apply enhancements for higher ratings and demonstrate the implementation. The opportunity knocks on your door during the annual DSS review. By applying the five “Elements of Inspection” that are common to ALL cleared companies participating in theNISP, and the additional elements that might be applied at unique cleared facilities, facility security officers can control the opportunity a bit better. According to DSS’ The Self-Inspection Handbook for NISP Contractors, the five elements are: (A) Facility Security Clearance (FCL) (B) Access Authorizations (C) Security Education (D) FOCI (E) Classification Using the DSS publication as the inte...