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A study guide for the SFPC (Security Fundamentals Professional Certification) exam, covering classified information, security clearances, information assurance, and security program areas. It provides detailed guidance on handling and protecting classified data, and discusses the roles of security professionals. Suitable for individuals with security clearances or involved in security program management within the DoD or related organizations.
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What specifies classification levels, special requirements, and declassification instructions for classified programs, projects, and plans? Security Classification Guide Which of the following is a true statement regarding the special handling requirements of Foreign Government Information (FGI)? A) When the classification marking on a document containing FGI is not in English, or when the foreign government marking requires a different degree of protection than the same U.S. classification designation, a U.S. marking that results in a degree of protection equivalent to that required by the foreign government shall be applied. B) A U.S. document containing FGI cannot be declassified or downgraded below the highest level of FGI contained in the document without the permission of the foreign government or international organization that originated the information. C) Those holding security clearances issued by the U.S. government cannot access U.S. documents containing FGI without written consent from the originating foreign government. D) The receiving DoD Components must maintain records for 1 year of the receipt, internal distribution, destruction, annual inventory, access, reproduction, and transmittal of foreign government Top Secret information. B) A U.S. document containing FGI cannot be declassified or downgraded below the highest level of FGI contained in the document without the permission of the foreign government or international organization that originated the information. Two security professionals - Paul and Ashley - are discussing the destruction of classified information. Paul says the destruction of classified documents and material shall be accomplished by means that eliminate risk of reconstruction of the classified information they contain. Ashley says the material that has been identified for destruction shall continue to be protected, as appropriate, for its classification until it is actually destroyed. Who is correct? Paul and Ashley are both correct.
A paragraph of a document which includes an "(N)" as part of the portion marking indicates what specific type of classified information is contained in the paragraph? Critical Nuclear Weapons Design Information (CNWDI) What are the investigative and briefing requirements for access to NATO information? Favorably adjudicated background investigation (T3 (10-year scope) T5 within 5 years prior to assignment), and completed a NATO Briefing. According to E.O. 13556, which is considered a type of controlled unclassified information?
Unauthorized disclosure and loss of privacy is a lapse in what? Confidentiality What is the first action done to downgrade, declassify or remove classification markings? Contact the Original Classification Authority through the appropriate chain of command to confirm that the information does not have an extended classification period. What are some requirements to perform classified activities from a non-traditional location? (e.g. the employee's home) Employee must be trained to properly operate classified information systems, on the protection and storage of classified information, and Communications Security (COMSEC) materials. The employee must receive written approval for use of classified information and equipment at home. What is the purpose of the Personnel Security Program? To ensure that only loyal, trustworthy, and reliable individuals may access classified information or perform sensitive duties. DoD reciprocally accepts existing national security eligibility determinations or clearances from other Government agencies in accordance with which policy document?
Executive Order 13467, "Reforming Processes Related to Suitability for Government Employment, Fitness for Contractor Employees, and Eligibility for Access to Classified National Security Information" Review of Tier 5 on an individual disclosed that the subject had been a member of an anarchist organization dedicated to disestablishing existing Federal laws and overthrowing the U.S. government by any means necessary, including violence. Although the subject terminated his membership with the organization upon learning he would be investigated for a clearance for his new position, he still maintains social contact with several members of the anarchist organization. Based on this information, which of the adjudicative guidelines is most appropriate for an adjudicator to apply to the case? Allegiance to the United States Which of the following is an element of the Personnel Security Program?
Copies of personnel security investigative reports must be destroyed by DoD recipient organizations, within how many days following completion of the necessary personnel security determination? 90 Days What level(s) of access may be granted with Limited Access Authorization for non- U.S. citizens? LAAs shall only be granted access at the Secret and Confidential Levels Which of the following is not considered when making a security clearance eligibility determination? Education Level Alcohol Consumption Financial Considerations Psychological Conditions Education Level A position that does not require eligibility for access to classified information, but having the potential to cause significant or serious damage to national security may be designated as what position sensitivity? noncritical sensitive What information must be included in a Statement of Reasons (SOR)? Why an unfavorable national security eligibility determination is being proposed.
Explain each security concern and state the specific facts that trigger each security concern. Identify all applicable adjudicative guidelines for each concern, and provide the disqualifying conditions and mitigating conditions for each guideline. Which type of briefing is used to obtain confirmation that a cleared employee agrees never to disclose classified information to an unauthorized person? Special Briefings - Non-Disclosure What is the security system performance goal of immediate indication of deliberate attempts, security probing and warning for inadvertent or mistaken intention is an example of which system security capability? Deterrence Two security professionals - Paul and Ashley - are discussing secure rooms, containers, and vaults. Paul says weapons or sensitive items such as funds, jewels, or precious metals should not be stored in the same security container as classified information. Ashley says the General Service Administration approves security containers used to store classified information. Who is correct? Both are correct. Which of the following is not a distinct phase of the Intrusion Detection System?
When a Terrorism Threat Level is escalated from LOW to MODERATE, a DoD Component Head should employ which of the following countermeasures?
The National Security Council shall provide overall policy direction for the NISP, but the Director of the Information Security Oversight Office (ISOO) (in consultation with the National Security Advisor) is responsible for implementation and monitoring. What is the role of the government contracting activity (GCA), or cleared prime contractor, when a contractor that does not have a Facility Clearance (FCL) wants to bid on a Request for Proposal (RFP) that requires access to classified information? The GCA must sponsor the contractor for a facility security clearance by submitting a sponsorship request to DSS, which initiates the facility clearance process. What is the purpose of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)? To codify and publish uniform policies and procedures for acquisition by all executive agencies. What is the briefing given when an individual's employment is terminated, clearance eligibility is withdrawn, or if the individual will be absent from duty for more than 60 days. Termination Briefing Which executive order governs the DoD Information Security Program? E.O. 13526 What is the ISOO document that governs the DoD Information Security Program? 32 CFR Parts 2001 & 2003, "Classified National Security Information; Final Rule"
What is the declassification system where information exempted from automatic declassification is reviewed for possible declassification? Systematic Declassification Review What is the declassification system where Permanently Valuable Historical records are declassified when they are 25 years old? Automatic Declassification What is the declassification system where an Original Classification Authority (OCA), at the time the information is originally classified, sets a date or event for declassification? Mandatory Declassification Review What is the six step process an OCA applies in making classification determinations? Original Classification Process What are options an OCA has when determining declassification? Specific Date, Specific Event, or by the 50X1-HUM Exemption What are some examples of practices to follow when handling classified information?
What method of transportation for classified information should only be utilized as a last resort? Hand Carry What is required when someone is hand carrying classified information? Written Authorization Authorization may be contained in a letter, a courier card, or other written document. What is a DD Form 2501? How long may it be issued for? Courier Authorization Card. Issued for no more than 2 years at a time. What is the proper destruction method for typewriter ribbon? Burned or Shredded What is the proper destruction method for floppy disks? Burned Overwritten Demagnetized Compromise of what type of information can significantly alter program direction, shorten combat effective life of a system, or require additional research, development, test, and evaluation resources to counter impact of loss? Critical Information
How is the level of classification of the Program Protection Plan determined? Determined based on the level of classification of its content. What is the term for the initial determination that information requires protection against unauthorized disclosure in the interest of U.S. National Security? Original Classification What takes precedence when there is a conflict between marking guidance in the source document and the Security Classification Guide (SCG)? Security Classification Guide What refers to an individual's responsibility to properly mark newly developed material consistent with the classification marking specified in authorized sources? Derivative Classification What is the DoD Cybersecurity Policy? (Select All that Apply) A. Risk Management B. Operational Resilience C. Integration and Interoperability D. Cyberspace Defense E. Performance F. Identity Assurance G. Mission Partners
processes that monitor employees for new information that could affect their security clearance eligibility status? A. Foreign Disclosure B. Information Security C. International Security D. Operations Security E. Personnel Security F. Physical Security G. Research and Technology Protection H. Information Assurance E. Personnel Security Two security professionals - Paul and Ashley - are discussing security program areas. Paul says that Information Security practitioners train and/or advise Original Classification Authorities in the application of the process for making classification determinations. Ashley says that Physical Security practitioners work with a facility's Antiterrorism Officer to deploy defensive measures designed to reduce the facility's vulnerability from terrorist attacks. Who is correct? A. Paul is correct B. Ashley is correct C. Paul and Ashley are both correct D. Paul and Ashley are both incorrect C. Paul and Ashley are both correct
Two security professionals - Paul and Ashley - are discussing security program areas. Paul says that Information Security practitioners work with a facility's Antiterrorism Officer to deploy defensive measures designed to reduce the facility's vulnerability from terrorist attacks. Ashley says that Personnel Security practitioners train and/or advise Original Classification Authorities in the application of the process for making classification determinations. Who is correct? A. Paul is correct B. Ashley is correct C. Paul and Ashley are both correct D. Paul and Ashley are both incorrect D. Paul and Ashley are both incorrect Which of the following is a true statement regarding the special handling requirements of Foreign Government Information (FGI)? a. When the classification marking on a document containing FGI is not in English, or when the foreign government marking requires a different degree of protection than the same U.S. classification designation, a U.S. marking that results in a degree of protection equivalent to that required by the foreign government shall be applied. b. A U.S. document containing FGI cannot be declassified or downgraded below the highest level of FGI contained in the document without the permission of the foreign government or international organization that originated the information. c. Those holding security clearances issued by the U.S. government cannot access U.S. documents containing FGI without written consent from the originating foreign government.