Operations Security (OPSEC)
In operations security, every bit of
information is like a puzzle piece. When alone, that piece of information
may seem unimportant, but when matched with other information the entire
puzzle is complete. Our enemies can analyze these pieces of information to
put together the big picture of military action in any operational
environment.
Our growing reliance on electronic
communications has become one of our greatest threats to OPSEC. Small bits
of unclassified information from telephone conversations, e-mails, text
messages and small talk may put military operations, the lives of servicemen
and women, the lives of your children and yourself in jeopardy. We must
balance our fundamental right to freedom of speech with our responsibility
to protect our critical information. A little effort will make it harder for
our adversaries to gain valuable information that could be used against us.
If you would like additional information on
operations security or the kind of information you and your family should
not be discussing in public, please contact the Operations Security Officer
at 703-805-3372.
