Question 1

Defense Department regulations require the identification card of a defense contractor to include a:

Accepted Answer

Defense Department regulations require the identification card of a defense contractor to include a photograph of the holder. While some contractors may also have thumbprints or symbol codes on their identification cards, this is not a universal requirement. Distinctive color coding may also be used for certain types of identification cards, but again, it is not a requirement for all defense contractors.

Question 2

The combinations to safes, containers, and vaults should be changed at intervals of:

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

The result of any system of administrative policies and procedures for identifying, controlling, and protecting from unauthorized disclosure of information and is authorized by executive order or statute is called:

Accepted Answer

Information security encompasses all aspects of protecting information, including administrative policies and procedures for identification, control, and protection from unauthorized disclosure. The other options listed (computer security, industrial security, personnel security, and communications security) may be components of information security, but do not fully encompass the entirety of information security.

Question 4

A controlled area established to safeguard classified material that, because of its size or nature, cannot be adequately protected by other prescribed safeguards is termed to be:

Accepted Answer

A closed area is established to safeguard classified material, which cannot be adequately protected by other prescribed safeguards. Restricted, classified, and limited areas are terms used for different levels of access control within a closed area. None of the options completely describe a closed area as it must also meet specific physical security requirements outlined in security regulations.

Question 5

Information regarding the revelation of significant military plans or intelligence operations should be classified as:

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Which of the following should definitely not appear on the identification card of employees of defense contractors?

Accepted Answer

Top secret and confidential information should never appear on identification cards, as this could potentially compromise the security of the information. While distinctive color coding and symbol codes are not necessarily a security risk, they may also be considered unnecessary and potentially confusing for employees and others who see the identification cards.

Question 7

Department of Defense regulations indicate that destruction of classified information can be accomplished by:

Accepted Answer

Department of Defense regulations allow for the destruction of classified information by any of the methods listed, including melting, burning, mutilation, and chemical decomposition. Therefore, all of the above are valid choices for the destruction of classified information.

Question 8

Which of the following is prohibited by the Department of Defense regulations regarding the method of transmitting top secret information outside a facility?

Accepted Answer

The Department of Defense regulations prohibit the use of the U.S. Postal Service to transmit top secret information outside a facility.

Question 9

Unclassified material should be marked:

Accepted Answer

Unclassified material does not require any specific marking, as it does not contain sensitive or classified information.

Question 10

The portion of internal security that is concerned with the protection of classified information in the hands of U.S. industry is called:

Accepted Answer

The portion of internal security concerned with the protection of classified information in the hands of U.S. industry is called industrial security. This refers to the measures taken to protect classified information and materials that are held by private industry in support of government programs and contracts.

Question 11

The Defense Industrial Security Program on behalf of all user agencies is administered by the:

Accepted Answer

The Defense Industrial Security Program is administered by the Director of Defense Investigative Service.

Question 12

When not in use, top secret information should be stored in a:

Accepted Answer

Class A vaults are specifically designed for the storage of top secret information and are the most secure option. They have the highest level of protection against theft, espionage, and other security breaches, and are typically equipped with a wide range of security measures such as biometric access controls, intrusion detection systems, and advanced surveillance technology. Additionally, Class A vaults are required to meet strict regulatory standards and undergo regular inspections to ensure their ongoing security and integrity.

Question 13

Information that could lead to the compromise of vital national defense plans or complex cryptologic and communications intelligence systems should be classified:

Accepted Answer

Vital national defense plans or complex cryptologic and communications intelligence systems warrant the highest level of classification, which is Top Secret.

Question 14

Regulations of the Department of Defense require that the contractor shall establish such procedures as are necessary to ensure that any employee discovering the loss, compromise, or suspected compromise of classified information outside a facility promptly reports to:

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

The basic document for conveying to the contractor the classification and declassification specifications for a classified contract is:

Accepted Answer

The DD Form 254, "Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specification," is the basic document used to convey the classification and declassification of information needed by the contractor to perform on a classified contract. This form outlines the security requirements for handling classified information and is required for all contracts involving access to classified information.

Question 16

No invitation, written or oral, shall be given to a foreign national or to a representative of a foreign interest to attend any session of a meeting sponsored by a Department of Defense activity until:

Accepted Answer

Approval for attendance must be received from the sponsoring activity before a foreign national or representative of a foreign interest can attend a meeting sponsored by a Department of Defense activity. A security clearance and approval from the Department of State or the CIA may also be required, but they are not the first step in the process.

Question 17

The overall policy guidance for the Defense Industrial Security Program is provided by:

Accepted Answer

The Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Policy provides the overall policy guidance for the Defense Industrial Security Program, as stated in DoD Directive 5220.22, "National Industrial Security Program (NISP) Operating Manual." The other options listed (A, C, D) are not responsible for this policy guidance.

Question 18

A designation or marking that identifies classified operational keying material and that indicates the material requiring special consideration with respect to access, storage, and handling is:

Accepted Answer

"Crypto" is the designation used for classified operational keying material, indicating it requires special handling and access considerations.

Question 19

The designation that shall be applied only to information or material that unauthorized disclosure could reasonably be expected to cause serious damage to national security is:

Accepted Answer

The designation "Secret" is used for information that, if disclosed without authorization, could reasonably be expected to cause serious damage to national security.

Question 20

The designation that should be applied to information or material showing unauthorized disclosure that could reasonably be expected to cause damage to national security is:

Accepted Answer

Confidential is the designation for information that, if disclosed without authorization, could reasonably be expected to cause damage to national security.

Exam 1: ASIS Certified Protection Professional