International Security, Visits & Export Controls Flashcards

Which regulation, administered by the State Department's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, governs the export of defense articles and services?

Answer: International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

ITAR governs items on the United States Munitions List and is administered by DDTC. The EAR is administered by the Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security and covers dual-use items.

Classified information may be transferred to a foreign government only through:

Answer: Government-to-government channels

International transfers of classified material must take place through government-to-government channels, such as diplomatic pouches or authorized government representatives, with receipts and written assurances.

What is the main purpose of a Technology Control Plan (TCP)?

Answer: To prevent unauthorized access by foreign persons to export-controlled or classified technology

A TCP outlines the procedures for controlling access by foreign nationals and visitors to controlled technology. It is typically required for companies under FOCI mitigation and for those handling export-controlled technology.

Before a visitor receives access to classified information at a cleared facility, the host must confirm which two things?

Answer: The visitor's appropriate security clearance and need-to-know

Classified visits require verification of the visitor's clearance level (through the Government's clearance system or a visit authorization request) and a documented need-to-know related to the classified contract.

An employee needs to hand-carry classified material on a commercial flight. What is required?

Answer: A courier authorization with approval from the FSO and a briefing on courier responsibilities

Hand-carrying classified material requires formal authorization, an official courier briefing, and a courier card or letter, plus advance coordination with airport security. Material must be properly packaged and inventoried.

Which list identifies the defense articles and services controlled under ITAR?

Answer: United States Munitions List (USML)

The USML, found in 22 CFR Part 121, enumerates ITAR-controlled defense articles. The Commerce Control List belongs to the EAR.