The 2013 Classification Manual published by the U.S. Navy outlines a system for marking sensitive compartmented information. This system requires that all sensitive information be classified as Special Intelligence, which probably means it’s related to SIGINT or ELINT. It also defines subcompartments called ECRU (EL-EU) and NONBOOK (EL-NK), as well as HCS (human-source intelligence), which has two classification levels: Operation and Product. These markings were used during the review of Edward Snowden’s disclosures.
Documents marked as SCI
SCI, or sensitive compartmented information, is classified information that is only available to certain individuals. These individuals may include military personnel, intelligence officers, diplomats, contractors, and law enforcement officers. They must have security clearances appropriate to the sensitivity level of the information. It is a good idea to make sure that only individuals who need access to sensitive information are given access to such documents.
To identify which documents are classified, look for a colored-broken border coversheet with color-coded bars in the upper right corner. These bars indicate which compartments the document is classified under. For example, a red coversheet indicates COMINT; black is TK; and blue is HCS. These coversheets are available from the unit security officer, the SSR, or the DCB. Similarly, non-SCI coversheets have solid borders and are orange. They indicate Top Secret information.
In the United States, documents classified as SCI are classified in several levels. The least sensitive classification level is Confidential, and information classified as Top Secret (SCI) poses a serious threat to national security. Top Secret (TS) information includes nuclear codes, information derived from sensitive human sources, and intercepted communications.
Documents marked with colored-broken border
The marking of sensitive compartmented information (SCI) is an important security practice. SCI is classified information that is derived from multiple sources. When using colored-broken border to separate SCI, it is important to use a unique color that is not easily recognizable. In the United States, the color of the border is not always the same as the information’s content.
Color-coded bars should appear in the upper right corner of the cover page of an SCI document. Each color represents a different SCI compartment. For example, red covers a document that contains COMINT, while black covers SCI and blue covers SCS. You can obtain the correct cover sheet from your unit’s security officer, SSR, or DCB. Orange solid borders are used for Non-SCI classified documents.
Forms used to sign nondisclosure agreements
Nondisclosure agreements are required for individuals with authorized access to sensitive compartmented information, including classified intelligence. These agreements must include a prepublication review provision, ensuring that sensitive compartmented information is not released or re-classified. Sensitive compartmented information is classified for national security reasons and involves particularly sensitive sources or methods of intelligence gathering.
Nondisclosure agreements can be very detailed, depending on the nature of the information that needs to be protected. For example, an employee may not be allowed to discuss information that could affect the safety of a customer. Therefore, it is vital to include as much detail as possible. This way, both parties know exactly what information is confidential and what cannot be revealed.
Nondisclosure agreements can be signed by individuals and businesses for a variety of reasons. They are often used by doctors to protect the privacy of medical information. In this scenario, a doctor may require the patient to sign an agreement, which allows him or her to share medical information with his or her insurer, and protects the party from being sued. Nondisclosure agreements are also sometimes used by insurers.
Guidelines for marking SCI
The guidelines for marking sensitive compartmented information (SCI) contain specific requirements for the marking of classified documents. Whenever a document is to be classified as SCI, it must have a color-coded coversheet. This coversheet must contain color-coded bars in the upper right-hand corner of the cover page. These colors indicate which compartment the document is classified under. For example, red covers documents that are classified as COMINT, while black covers documents are classified as TK.
SCI is classified information that must be handled within formal control systems. Typically, the classification level is based on a control system, such as HCS, SI, or TALENT KEYHOLE. This control system also applies to documents that aren’t clearly marked as SCI.
Marking documents as SCI requires a security clearance and indoctrination in the appropriate SCI program. It also restricts the transfer of SCI electronically to authorized recipients. This security clearance level is also known as “TOP SECRET +.” This classification has its own set of challenges.
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