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Interagency Integrated SOPUNCLASSIFIEDTab 4 to Annex F: SOP for SCI/SCIF Operation1.0 PurposeThis Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) provides guidance on the security measures that willbe implemented and adhered to for the protection, use, and dissemination of SensitiveCompartmented Information (SCI).2.0 ApplicabilityThis SOP applies to all personnel working in or around a Joint Field Office (JFO) SensitiveCompartmented Information Facility (SCIF) accredited by the Department of HomelandSecurity. All persons authorized unescorted access to the JFO will read and be familiar with therequirements of this SOP.3.0 Basic SCI ControlsGuidance concerning the control of SCI is contained in Director of Central Intelligence Directive(DCID) 6/1, “Security Policy for Sensitive Compartmented Information and Security PolicyManual.” The following applies to the JFO SCIF:3.1.SCI material will only be disseminated on a need-to-know basis to individuals who hold theproper clearance level and access approval for the information. If the specific accesses of anindividual are not known, the JFO Security Officer must verify the accesses prior to sharinginformation with that individual.3.2.SCI material may only be discussed, used, handled, electronically processed, or stored withinan accredited Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF).4.0 Establishing a New Sensitive Compartmented FacilityThe JFO shall request the establishment of a SCIF only when there are clear operationalrequirements and when existing SCIFs are not adequate to support the requirements. The JFOshall make use of existing SCIFs or consolidated SCIFs whenever possible.4.1.Physical security standards for the construction and protection of such facilities areprescribed in the current DCID 6/9, Physical Security Standards for SensitiveCompartmented Information. Procedures for establishing SCIFs are as follows:4.1.1.The requirements justifying a new SCIF shall be documented and maintained withaccreditation records. When it is determined that a SCIF is necessary for the JFO, theJFO Security Officer will contact the DHS Office of Security and provide a Concept ofOperations (CONOPS) document detailing the requirements for the SCIF establishmentand a pre-construction, DCID 6/9, Fixed Facility Checklist, completed to the maximum124Version 8.3Interim Approval April 28, 2006