Preparing Classified Information For Shipment
This article continues the series covering the Self-Inspection Handbook For NISP Contractors and guidance found in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) Incorporating Change 2 . The transmission of classified information is an important concern. Classified information should be controlled as it enters and leaves each facility. Each facility that has a CAGE Code should have it’s own transmission process meeting NISPOM requirements. How is yours doing? Lets find out. Question: 5-401 Is classified information properly prepared for transmission outside the facility? Here’s what NISPOM says on the subject. Our narrative follows: 5-401. Preparation and Receipting a. Classified information to be transmitted outside of a facility shall be enclosed in opaque inner and outer covers. The inner cover shall be a sealed wrapper or envelope plainly marked with the assigned classification and addresses of both sender and addressee. The outer...