Security moneywell7/13/2023 ![]() The consequence of thisĪction directly relates to added cost affecting the bottom line of Initially classifying more information than required, over-Ĭlassification of information, and not downgrading orĭeclassifying information in a timely manner. This culture of secrecy often contributes to Special access program managers haveĪlways had the power to independently set security policy within Whims of an overzealous classification official or, if all elseįails, the status quo. Outdated perceptions concerning the value of the information, the In original classification, the government has often relied on ISSUES IN PRESERVING SECRECY 2.1 Extent of Classification/ Consequences of Overclassification ![]() Implementation of these measures on aĬonsistent basis will go a long ways to drive down the cost ofĢ. Role is to classify, based on this guidance (derivativeĬlassification), and challenge what it believes to be improperlyĬlassified information. In short, the GovernmentĬontracting Authority is the classification authority and issuesĬlassification guidance to the contractor in the form ofĬlassification specification and security guides. Regulations, and flows derivative classification authority and Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) further promulgates these Order further defines the duration of classification andĭeclassification/ downgrading. This order prescribes all pertinent details concerningĬlassification standards, levels, categories, and authority. Information is contained with Executive Order 12958, dated Aprilġ995. The current system forĬlassifying, safeguarding, and declassifying national security In the ever-changing environment in which we work, a lot hasĮvolved since the Commission was formed. Must be made to assure the adequacy of protection within theĬonstraints of a security system that is simplified, more uniform The economic environment is such that every effort Thereby strengthen the protection of legitimately classified We concur with theĬommission's efforts to make comprehensive proposals for reformĭesigned to reduce the volume of information classified and Preserving the secrecy of sensitive projects. Information on our thoughts and comments on the impact of Result in better security at lower costs.ĬOMMISSION ON PROTECTING AND REDUCING GOVERNMENT SECRECYĪs requested, we are responding to the Commission's request for Commissions such as yoursĪre fostering government and industry cooperation which will This would not only provide an incentiveįor efficient, cost effective security, but allow security toīecome a revenue producer as opposed to an expense. I feel that security should be included as a criteria forįee awards on contracts. Our success is evident in the security attached to such programsĪs the F-117, U-2 and SR-71. I stand behind the Skunk Works record of secrecy. I believe the government needs to evaluate each contractor on its Savings can be achieved by the present attempts at Industrial Security Program Operating Manual is attempting to Multiple customers utilizing different criteria. Theseĭifferences subject the Skunk Works continually to inspections by Individual to a contract or program means that the individual willĪ problem that continues to plague the Skunk Works is the vastĭifference in security requirements between our customers. ![]() For example, the inability to clear and/or access an We are unique in the fact that ninety percent Thank you for the opportunity of presenting my thoughts to yourĬommission on Protecting and Reducing Government Secrecy.Īttached are my comments on each of the four requested areas:Ĭlassification, declassification, personnel security, andįor more than fifty years, the Skunk Works has worked on highlyĬlassified efforts. Skunk Works for submission to the congressionally-mandatedĬommission on Protecting and Reducing Government Secrecy, chaired Security and related policies was prepared by Lockheed Martin FAS Intro: The following critique of classification, personnel
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