DOD Operations Security (OPSEC)

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of Operations Security (OPSEC) in the DOD?

Accepted Answer

To deny adversaries critical information that could be used against friendly operations

Answer

OPSEC denies adversaries critical information about friendly operations, capabilities, and intentions that could be exploited.

Question 2

Which of the following best defines 'Critical Information' in the OPSEC process?

Accepted Answer

Specific facts about friendly intentions, capabilities, or activities that adversaries need to harm operations

Answer

Critical Information is specific data an adversary needs to prevent mission success or cause unacceptable harm, regardless of classification level.

Question 3

How many steps are in the standard DOD OPSEC process?

Accepted Answer

5

Answer

The DOD OPSEC process consists of five steps: identify critical information, analyze threats, analyze vulnerabilities, assess risk, and apply countermeasures.

Question 4

What is an OPSEC 'indicator' as defined in DOD doctrine?

Accepted Answer

Observable actions or information that can be pieced together by an adversary to deduce critical information

Answer

An OPSEC indicator is observable friendly actions or open-source information that can be interpreted by adversaries to derive critical information.

Question 5

Which DOD directive provides the foundational policy for the OPSEC program?

Accepted Answer

DODD 5205.02

Answer

DODD 5205.02 establishes DOD OPSEC policy and assigns responsibilities for implementing OPSEC programs across the department.

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DOD Operations Security (OPSEC)