References

• EO 12958, Classified National Security Information
• DOD 5200.1-R, Information Security Program
• DODI 5200.01, DoD Information Security Program and Protection of Sensitive Compartmented
• AR 380-5, DA Information Security Program

Eligibility

• Is the information classified by another program?
• Is the information under control of U.S. government?
• Does information fall under category identified in AR 380-5?

Determination

• Asks a series of questions designed to differentiate AR 380-5 standards
  • "Damage"
  • "Serious Damage"
  • "Grave Damage"

Classification Management Tool

• Classification Management Tool and Tutorial.
• The foundation of all security programs is the proper classification of information.
• The Army G-2 has developed as a "best business practice" across the Army a standardized methodology for making original classification decisions and a tutorial.
• U,S. Army organizations may request assistance from Army G-2 for further training in this methodology or for facilitating the development of individual SCGs.