SFPC Exam Prep Questions and Answers
Question 1
What do operational and logistical countermeasures (OPSEC) do?
Correct Answer
They randomize the performance of functions and operational missions
Question 2
What kind of electromechanical locks meet the FF-L-2740 standard to secure classified material in security containers,
vaults, or other secure rooms?
Correct Answer
Kaba Mas X-07, X-08, X-09, X-10, CDX-07, CDX-08, CDX-09 and CDX-10 locks and S&G 2740, 2740B, and 2890 Pedestrian
Door Locks.
Question 3
What are critical-sensitive positions?
Correct Answer
A civilian NS position that has the potential to cause exceptionally grave damage to NS; consists of TOP SECRET duties,
fiduciary duties or designation from DoD component head
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,Question 4
What is the objective of JPAS?
Correct Answer
JPAS uses a centralized database with computer processing and application programs for standard DoD PERSEC
processes. Comprises JCAVS and JAMS
Question 5
Scheduled Declassification
Correct Answer
Occurs when the instructions assigned by the OCA are followed (instructions consist of either a date or event)
Question 6
What the prerequisites for interim clearance eligibility?
Correct Answer
1. Valid need for access
2. Favorable review of SF-86
3. All minimum requirements are met
Question 7
Define loss of integrity
Correct Answer
The data can no longer be trusted to be reliable or accurate
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,Question 8
What are the 4 types of lighting?
Correct Answer
1. Continuous
2. Standby
3. Emergency
4. Movable
Question 9
What are the 4 systems of declassification?
Correct Answer
1. Scheduled
2. Automatic
3. Mandatory
4. Systematic
Question 10
Define vulnerability
Correct Answer
weakness that could be exploited to gain unauthorized access to information or an information system
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, Question 11
What are the 5 types of government inspection ratings?
Correct Answer
1. Superior
2. Commendable
3. Satisfactory
4. Marginal
5. Unsatisfactory
Question 12
What the 5 Tiers of National Security adjudication?
Correct Answer
Tier 1: non-sensitive, low risk positions
Tier 2: non-sensitive, moderate risk positions
Tier 3: non-critical sensitive positions requiring confidential, secret, or "L" access eligibility
Tier 4: non-sensitive, high risk public trust
Tier 5: Critical sensitive and special sensitive positions requiring TOP SECRET, SCI, or Q eligibility
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Question 1
What do operational and logistical countermeasures (OPSEC) do?
Correct Answer
They randomize the performance of functions and operational missions
Question 2
What kind of electromechanical locks meet the FF-L-2740 standard to secure classified material in security containers,
vaults, or other secure rooms?
Correct Answer
Kaba Mas X-07, X-08, X-09, X-10, CDX-07, CDX-08, CDX-09 and CDX-10 locks and S&G 2740, 2740B, and 2890 Pedestrian
Door Locks.
Question 3
What are critical-sensitive positions?
Correct Answer
A civilian NS position that has the potential to cause exceptionally grave damage to NS; consists of TOP SECRET duties,
fiduciary duties or designation from DoD component head
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,Question 4
What is the objective of JPAS?
Correct Answer
JPAS uses a centralized database with computer processing and application programs for standard DoD PERSEC
processes. Comprises JCAVS and JAMS
Question 5
Scheduled Declassification
Correct Answer
Occurs when the instructions assigned by the OCA are followed (instructions consist of either a date or event)
Question 6
What the prerequisites for interim clearance eligibility?
Correct Answer
1. Valid need for access
2. Favorable review of SF-86
3. All minimum requirements are met
Question 7
Define loss of integrity
Correct Answer
The data can no longer be trusted to be reliable or accurate
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,Question 8
What are the 4 types of lighting?
Correct Answer
1. Continuous
2. Standby
3. Emergency
4. Movable
Question 9
What are the 4 systems of declassification?
Correct Answer
1. Scheduled
2. Automatic
3. Mandatory
4. Systematic
Question 10
Define vulnerability
Correct Answer
weakness that could be exploited to gain unauthorized access to information or an information system
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, Question 11
What are the 5 types of government inspection ratings?
Correct Answer
1. Superior
2. Commendable
3. Satisfactory
4. Marginal
5. Unsatisfactory
Question 12
What the 5 Tiers of National Security adjudication?
Correct Answer
Tier 1: non-sensitive, low risk positions
Tier 2: non-sensitive, moderate risk positions
Tier 3: non-critical sensitive positions requiring confidential, secret, or "L" access eligibility
Tier 4: non-sensitive, high risk public trust
Tier 5: Critical sensitive and special sensitive positions requiring TOP SECRET, SCI, or Q eligibility
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