Physical Security Certification (PSC)
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1. Two security professionals, Brian and Melissa, are discussing certification and
accreditation (C&A) for Storage of Classified DoD Information Systems. Brian
says that the DoD Manual 5100.76M governs the C&A for Storage of Classified
DoD Information Systems. Melissa says that Designated Accrediting Authority
(DAAs) have the authority and responsibility for accreditation decisions.: Melissa
is correct
2. Two security professionals, Brian and Melissa, are discussing the purpose of
physical security. Brian says physical security is the branch of security that is
only concerned with active measures designed to prevent unauthorized access.
Melissa says that physical security aims to safeguard assets against espionage,
sabotage, terrorism, damage, and criminal activity.: Melissa is correct
3. Which of the following is true of access control measures?: Access control is integral
and interoperable part of DoD installation physical security programs. The installation commander/facility director is
responsible for defining access control measures consistent with DoD policy.
4. Which of the following is NOT a physical security measure?: Marking classified
documents.
5. Which of the following is a physical security measure?: Perimeter Fences, Security Guards,
Alarm Systems
6. Which of the following does a physical security program aim to prevent
unauthorized access to?: Personnel, Equipment, Installations, and Information
7. Which of the following is considered an access control measure?: Identification
Cards, Security Guards, Locks and Keys
8. List five of the nine capabilities a security system must provide to achieve
Security-in-Depth?: Deter, Detect, Identify, Track, Assess, Record, Communicate, Delay, Respond
9. Briefly describe the elements of a restricted area?: An area (land, sea, or air) in which there
are special restrictive measures employed to prevent or minimize incursions and/or interference,
or
where special security measures are employed
to prevent unauthorized entry. Restricted areas must be authorized by the installation/activity
commander/director, properly posted, and
employ physical security measures.
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10. List three policies or regulations that govern the DoD physical security pro-
gram?: DoD 5200.08-Regulation Physical Security Program
DoD Manual 5100.76 Physical Security of Sensitive Conventional Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E)
DoD Manual 5105.21 Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Administrative Security Manual: Administration of
Physical Security, Visitor Control, and Technical Security
11. Describe the purpose of the 5200.08-R (Physical Security Program)?: The reg-
ulation implements DoD policies and provides minimum standards for the physical protection of DoD personnel,
installations, operations, and related resources.
12. Briefly describe Security-in-Depth?: A determination by the senior agency official that a facility's
security program consists of layered and complimentary security controls sufficient to deter, detect, and document
unauthorized entry and movement within the facility.
13. List three examples of Security-in-Depth?: Perimeter fence, Employee/visitor access control,
Intrusion detection system, Random guard patrols, Closed circuit video monitoring
14. List three examples of physical security threats?: Foreign intelligence services, Foreign
military and paramilitary forces, Terrorists, Saboteurs, Criminals, Protest groups, Disaffected persons, Natural disasters
15. What are some of the considerations a physical security professional should
take into account for controlling access?: • Escort qualifications, responsibilities, and
authorizations
• Sponsorship qualifications, responsibilities, and
authorizations
• Access privileges at each security level and each
FPCON
• Mission-essential employee designation, if
applicable
• Emergency response designation, if applicable
• Day and time designation for access
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• Locations authorized for access
16. What must occur for an individual to be provided access without an escort?-
: The individual must have been identity proofed and favorably vetted in accordance with applicable regulations.
17. At minimum, what should inspections of Arms,
Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E) storage facilities include?: • Review physical secu-
rity measures and policy
compliance
• Review existing deviations from policy
• Review suitability and screening of personnel
with access to AA&E
• Review inventory and accountability
procedures
• Facility design and construction
18. Which federal specification defines the manufacturing requirements for ar-
mory vault doors and security vault doors?: Federal Specification AA-D-600D, Door, Vault,
Security.
19. What is the central and overriding objective for nuclear security?: The denial of
unauthorized access, as outlined in National Security Presidential Directive-28.
20. What factors do DoD Components consider when determining security pri-
ority for weapons systems platforms?: • Mission
• Location and vulnerability
• Operational readiness
• Value
• Classification
• Replacement costs
21. Who must approve all Intrusion Detection Equipment (IDE) installed on Open
Storage Areas?: DoD Components approve Underwriters Laboratories' listed equipment.
Study online at https://quizlet.com/_8diknq
1. Two security professionals, Brian and Melissa, are discussing certification and
accreditation (C&A) for Storage of Classified DoD Information Systems. Brian
says that the DoD Manual 5100.76M governs the C&A for Storage of Classified
DoD Information Systems. Melissa says that Designated Accrediting Authority
(DAAs) have the authority and responsibility for accreditation decisions.: Melissa
is correct
2. Two security professionals, Brian and Melissa, are discussing the purpose of
physical security. Brian says physical security is the branch of security that is
only concerned with active measures designed to prevent unauthorized access.
Melissa says that physical security aims to safeguard assets against espionage,
sabotage, terrorism, damage, and criminal activity.: Melissa is correct
3. Which of the following is true of access control measures?: Access control is integral
and interoperable part of DoD installation physical security programs. The installation commander/facility director is
responsible for defining access control measures consistent with DoD policy.
4. Which of the following is NOT a physical security measure?: Marking classified
documents.
5. Which of the following is a physical security measure?: Perimeter Fences, Security Guards,
Alarm Systems
6. Which of the following does a physical security program aim to prevent
unauthorized access to?: Personnel, Equipment, Installations, and Information
7. Which of the following is considered an access control measure?: Identification
Cards, Security Guards, Locks and Keys
8. List five of the nine capabilities a security system must provide to achieve
Security-in-Depth?: Deter, Detect, Identify, Track, Assess, Record, Communicate, Delay, Respond
9. Briefly describe the elements of a restricted area?: An area (land, sea, or air) in which there
are special restrictive measures employed to prevent or minimize incursions and/or interference,
or
where special security measures are employed
to prevent unauthorized entry. Restricted areas must be authorized by the installation/activity
commander/director, properly posted, and
employ physical security measures.
, Physical Security Certification (PSC)
Study online at https://quizlet.com/_8diknq
10. List three policies or regulations that govern the DoD physical security pro-
gram?: DoD 5200.08-Regulation Physical Security Program
DoD Manual 5100.76 Physical Security of Sensitive Conventional Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E)
DoD Manual 5105.21 Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Administrative Security Manual: Administration of
Physical Security, Visitor Control, and Technical Security
11. Describe the purpose of the 5200.08-R (Physical Security Program)?: The reg-
ulation implements DoD policies and provides minimum standards for the physical protection of DoD personnel,
installations, operations, and related resources.
12. Briefly describe Security-in-Depth?: A determination by the senior agency official that a facility's
security program consists of layered and complimentary security controls sufficient to deter, detect, and document
unauthorized entry and movement within the facility.
13. List three examples of Security-in-Depth?: Perimeter fence, Employee/visitor access control,
Intrusion detection system, Random guard patrols, Closed circuit video monitoring
14. List three examples of physical security threats?: Foreign intelligence services, Foreign
military and paramilitary forces, Terrorists, Saboteurs, Criminals, Protest groups, Disaffected persons, Natural disasters
15. What are some of the considerations a physical security professional should
take into account for controlling access?: • Escort qualifications, responsibilities, and
authorizations
• Sponsorship qualifications, responsibilities, and
authorizations
• Access privileges at each security level and each
FPCON
• Mission-essential employee designation, if
applicable
• Emergency response designation, if applicable
• Day and time designation for access
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• Locations authorized for access
16. What must occur for an individual to be provided access without an escort?-
: The individual must have been identity proofed and favorably vetted in accordance with applicable regulations.
17. At minimum, what should inspections of Arms,
Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E) storage facilities include?: • Review physical secu-
rity measures and policy
compliance
• Review existing deviations from policy
• Review suitability and screening of personnel
with access to AA&E
• Review inventory and accountability
procedures
• Facility design and construction
18. Which federal specification defines the manufacturing requirements for ar-
mory vault doors and security vault doors?: Federal Specification AA-D-600D, Door, Vault,
Security.
19. What is the central and overriding objective for nuclear security?: The denial of
unauthorized access, as outlined in National Security Presidential Directive-28.
20. What factors do DoD Components consider when determining security pri-
ority for weapons systems platforms?: • Mission
• Location and vulnerability
• Operational readiness
• Value
• Classification
• Replacement costs
21. Who must approve all Intrusion Detection Equipment (IDE) installed on Open
Storage Areas?: DoD Components approve Underwriters Laboratories' listed equipment.
