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An overview of the various international acquisition programs managed by the defense security cooperation agency (dsca) and the security considerations involved in these programs. It covers topics such as the different types of international acquisition programs, the importance of security planning from the start, the key security conditions for foreign recipients of u.s. Defense articles, the national-level policies and regulations governing the security and export requirements of these programs, and the roles and responsibilities of various government agencies and officials in ensuring effective technology security and protection of classified and controlled unclassified information. The document also discusses the processes and considerations involved in making decisions on the disclosure of classified military information to foreign entities, as well as the licensing requirements and exemptions related to the export of defense articles and services.
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What is technology security?
The total effort to safeguard information and technology in an international acquisition program What key activity must be accomplished as part of effective security planning in an international acquisition program? Documenting how the information/technology will be protected What type of international acquisition program is managed by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) and funded with U.S. Government appropriations and administered as cases within the FMS infrastructure? Building Partner Capacity (BPC) At what phase should security planning begin in a conceptual and proposed “from the start” international acquisition program? Materiel Solution Analysis What is required to achieve effective technology security? A team effort requiring everyone’s participation What type of international acquisition program involves the United States providing defense articles, military training, and other military services in accordance with the Foreign Assistance Act (FAA)? Security Assistance Which individual within the Department of Defense is responsible for international security policy matters? Under Secretary of Defense for Policy What type of international acquisition program involves foreign governments purchasing defense articles, services, and training from the U.S. Government through the Department of Defense? Foreign Military Sales (FMS) How should technology security be implemented? As an integrated component of all international acquisition programs Which individual within the Department of Defense is responsible for security and counterintelligence? Under Secretary of Defense for Policy What type of international acquisition involves planning and implementation of technology security/transfer measures regarding release of U.S. Government furnished information or
materiel to prospective foreign contractors or subcontractors? Security Assistance
What is a requirement for a transfer of classified information? Government-to- Government channels must be used in all cases What is one of the three key security conditions that foreign recipients of U.S. defense articles must agree to? The foreign recipient must maintain security and provide substantially the same degree of protection of the articles as the U.S. What is one of the two fundamental security considerations that must be addressed prior to sharing U.S. defense articles, services, or information with a foreign entity? Eligibility for Access Ability to Protect
What term is used by Dodd to describe various types of unclassified information that are exempt from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)? Controlled Unclassified Information What section(s) of the Security Classification Guide (SCG) identifies specific information on what is to be classified, at what level, and for how long? Sections 2 through 8 What standard is used for the protection of Foreign Government Information (FGI)? It is protected to a degree equivalent to that required by the foreign government Who is responsible for determining whether classification of a piece of information is warranted? Original Classification Authority In which circumstance is Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) being transferred correctly so as to maintain adequate protection?
CUI documents are mailed via U.S. Postal Service First Class Mail What is a typical marking used to indicate “Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)”? Unclassified How should Foreign Government Information (FGI) with markings that are not in English be marked? The document should retain the original foreign government markings In what circumstances can Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) be shared with state, local, or tribal government officials? To pass the information on to the public What authority is used by the U.S. Government to protect classified foreign government information from public disclosure? National Security Decision Memorandum (NSDM) 119
When should planning for foreign participation begin in the acquisition process? As early as possible What is one of the primary functions that the National Disclosure Policy Committee (NDPC) perform? Considering requests for Exceptions to National Disclosure Policy (ENDP) If a team is having difficulty analyzing and processing a high-level technology security and foreign disclosure (TSFD) decision on an international acquisition program, whom should they contact first? Dodd Component’s Foreign Disclosure Organization What is one of the primary methods used to determine a foreign government’s capability of protecting U.S. CMI? Conduct a U.S. on-site evaluation of a military installation of the foreign government Evaluate the foreign government’s security laws and regulations What type of written agreement meets the requirements for retransfer and use of CMI without meeting the requirement for protection? Do’s Form DSP-83 “No transfer and Use
The disclosure has the potential for putting alliance military security at risk In order to meet the requirement for protection, what additional document does a Foreign Government need to sign to receive CMI when they have already signed an export license related to a Direct Commercial Sale and there is no existing General Security of Information Agreement (GSOIA)? Security treaty What does the National Disclosure Policy (NDP) control? The reclassification of Government documents
What U.S. Government agency licenses defense articles? Department of State What is one of the reasons for export controls? To adhere to an overall policy of restraint To recognize national security needs of other countries If an export license request that has been sent to the U.S. Government is unclear or lacks supporting information, what kind of a decision will it likely be given? Return Without Action What is the most likely outcome of an intentional corporate violation of the ITAR? Fines up to $1M assessed to the corporation What type of export authorization is typically for a 10-year period and uses a contract with a registered U.S. exporter? Agreement What is one of the two overall types of exemptions contained in the ITAR? Self-Executing Exemption What is an example of a self-executing country-based licensing exemption? The Canadian ITAR Exemption
What part of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) designates and categorizes defense articles and defense services? Part 121 – U.S Munitions List What is a type of activity that could trigger a directed licensing exemption by a Dodd Authorized Exemption Official (AEO)? Personnel exchange agreements Per the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), what kind of business would need to register with the Department of State? A company that produces non-military commercial items for domestic use A company that brokers deals between domestic companies that produce and sell non-military commercial items domestically A company that develops training materials to teach foreign languages for international use A company that provides maintenance of defense articles to foreign entities? If an export license request that has been sent to the U.S. Government is unclear or lacks supporting information, what kind of a decision will it likely be given? Denial What is an example of a self-executing licensing exemption?
FLOs For training under the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM), which of the following people play a key role in working with foreign nations to secure and manage necessary training? Overseas SCOs What would be an acceptable justification for unescorted access to Dodd facilities? There is a validated need for frequent access for official purposes When a U.S. contractor’s visit involves classified information, what organization should the contractor work with to provide a security assurance from the U.S. to the host nation? Commerce Department When a U.S. contractor’s visit involves classified information, what organization should the contractor work with to provide a security assurance from the U.S. to the host nation? State Department
Select an access and control requirement exemption that allows export controlled information disclosure by the support contractor employees. The Program Executive Officer may grant…
When does the Milestone Decision Authority approve the Analysis of Alternatives (Aloe) plan, based on an Initial Capabilities Document (ICD) approval in the JCIDS process? At the Materiel Development Decision Which of the following does the Dodd use to develop technology, produce weapon systems, and provide logistic support? Defense Acquisition System At a minimum, a Milestone A Program Protection Plan should include which of the following? Potential countermeasures Which of the following is true about a program’s Security Classification Guide (SCG)? Issued by the responsible Original Classification Authority (OCA) Which of the following oversees the identification and implementation of security requirements in the Defense Acquisition System (DAS) process? SAEs/CAEs, PEOs, and PMs Which of the following should be considered if there is a high potential for the Dodd to participate in an international acquisition program? Commerce Department policy guidance and procedures
What regulation assigns security responsibility to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) for cleared defense contractors exporting classified defense articles? ITAR
Select the statement that best describes Designated Government Representatives (DGRs) procedures for transferring classified material. The U.S. DGR for a direct commercial sale is a DCSA or DCMA representative The security requirements in which of the following must be met when a plant visit is exempt from the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), but the visit involves classified information? NISPOM Select the statement that best describes the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). The DCSA administers the NISP on behalf of the Secretary of Defense Select the statement that best describes eligibility for designation of Designated Government Representatives (DGRs). DGRs may only be designated by the U.S. Government What program was established to help accommodate forms of foreign investment in U.S. industry and to manage any potential threats posed by foreign investment? FOCI