Operations Security (OPSEC)
Operations Security (OPSEC)
This list is rapidly growing (HooYah) and now may be a good time to remind not only the newcomers but all of us about certain Navy security issues. Many Navy dads, family members and friends are new to the Navy (or perhaps the military in general) and should keep in mind something the Navy refers to as Operations Security (OPSEC). As proud parents of our sailors, we want to let the world know of their accomplishments as well as our immense pride in them. Sometimes we get so excited about our sons or daughters Navy life we can't wait to share the news. This is when we need to be reminded of OPSEC. The following information is given out on the Family Readiness Group from the public website of the USS Truman (CVN-75) and stresses points we all need to follow:
"....rumors will fly about the ships schedule. The command is committed to keeping Sailors and families informed and getting schedule updates to you as soon as practical. Flexibility is the key. Navy schedules do change but the command will keep its crew and families informed. The best way for family members to keep informed is to attend the Family Readiness Group meetings every month and to avoid listening to or spreading rumors. The command will only release official schedule updates so why rely on rumors and hearsay?
With the knowledge of the ship’s schedule we must all remember Operations Security (OPSEC) in order to guard this information and protect our Sailors from those who may use schedule information for harmful purposes. Schedule information should NEVER go in an e-mail, over the phone, posted on websites, discussed in public or on Facebook, Twitter etc. PROTECT SCHEDULE information.
Listed below are the OPSEC rules, remember they keep our loved ones safe.
OPSEC Rules:
• Don’t discuss future destinations or ports of call
• Don’t discuss future operations, exercises or missions (including Family Day Cruises)
• Don’t discuss dates and times of when we will be in port or conducting exercises
• Don’t discuss readiness issues and numbers
• Don’t discuss specific training equipment or lack thereof
• Don’t speculate about future operations
• Don’t spread rumors about current, future, or past operations or movements
• Don’t discuss deployment or homecoming dates
• Don’t assume the enemy is not trying to collect information; they always are
• Don't discuss Security Procedures, movements, or arms
• Be smart, use your head, and always think OPSEC when using email, phone, chat rooms and message boards. There is no guarantee that a chat room or forum described as 'military' has any security for transmitting information or restricting membership to military personnel and their families only
"REMEMBER, OPSEC SAVES LIVES”
OPSEC is ship or operations specific and doesn't have anything to do with your sailors accomplishments in boot camp, “A” or “C” schools or rate increases or any other info that is personal in nature. Take pride in your sailor and share it with us all!! This is a great open forum that we have and in order to keep it that way we need to remember OPSEC. Basically, just remember this: if the information is shared on a public Navy website or newspaper, then it's ok to post and discuss that information on Navy Dads. When operational information comes directly to us from our sailors that is when we need to apply the OPSEC rules.
Not to diminish the importance of OPSEC, but you will remember this:
Do you like OPSEC and ham?
I do not get it, Sam I am.
I do not get OPSEC and ham.
We must use it here and there.
We must use it everywhere.
You CAN share it in a car.
But you CANNOT in a bar.
You CANNOT share it in a text.
You CANNOT share it at the NEX.
You CAN say it in your house.
But should NOT tell a random spouse.
You CAN say it in the shower.
But do NOT go sharing at happy hour.
DON'T make the Ombudsman sweat.
DON'T post it on the internet.
You CANNOT share it in a tweet.
That would not be very sweet.
Beware of Facebook and Myspace too.
It's tempting to let your feelings through.
You Cannot tell it to a friend.
NOT even at the very end.
It is a privilege to know a date.
DON'T tell ANYONE or they may be late!
Oh, I get it, Sam I am.
Now I get OPSEC and ham!
I will not tell anyone. I will keep hushed until they're done!
I will not tell him or her. I will not tell my dog with fur.
I will not tell my child's teacher. I will not tell any creature.
Thank you, THANK YOU, Sam I am.
Thank you for clearing up OPSEC and Ham!!!
Below is a link to a PDF presentation from the NAVY regarding OPSEC and the use of social media......
Tags: Naval OPSEC, Navy, Navy Rules, Navy Security, OPSEC, Operations Security (OPSEC), Security Reminder, United States Navy
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Permalink Reply by Mrs MargaretA. Webster on -
thank you all for the information. I would ask her she woulnt tell me and i would ask her she shes gonna get back always gave me a different day or time..and it makes plenty sense, and I do agree tmi ..
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Permalink Reply by Jim Harris on
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When I was on active duty they taught us "lose lips sink ships". I believe that was a WW2 thing but they were teaching it in '75
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Permalink Reply by Jeff Kelsey on
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Loose lips sink ships was a big saying back in WWII. I wish the stupid media would follow these rules. Todays media has little or NO regard for the safety of our men and women in all of our armed forces. I the Pentagon would release them they would post the name and addresses of all of the members of SEAL Team 6 who participated in the recent Somalia operation and Bin Laden operation. Someone need to explain this to the media!
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Permalink Reply by Ray Norberto on -
Agreed. There was a good Saturday Night Live sketch several years ago when Robert DiNiro was the guest host, and the stupid questions asked my the actors was almost too close to the idiocy you see in real press conferences. I don't think the American people need to know everything the military does, especially in these clandestine operations. Need to know basis!
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Permalink Reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on -
Google's new privacy policy.....beware and read:
http://www.securitynewsdaily.com/1456-google-privacy-policy-affect....
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Permalink Reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on
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This is an interesting read about the conflict between social media sites and the military:
http://news.yahoo.com/marines-facebook-page-tests-military-rules-23...
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Permalink Reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on
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if you think all this OPSEC stuff and Facebook is overblown, read on:
How spies used Facebook to try to steal NATO chief's details
Published: March 11, 2012Seems Adm. James Stavridis was hacked -- and by Chinese spies no less, according to the U.K.'s Sunday Telegraph.
A recent investigation has revealed that senior British military officers and Defense Ministry officials accepted "friend requests" from a bogus Facebook account users thought to belong to Stavridis, head of U.S. European Command and NATO's most senior commander. The move apparently let hackers gain access to private email addresses, phone numbers and pictures, the Telegraph reported.
While NATO officials haven't publically pointed the finger at China, the Sunday Telegraph reported that information gleamed from classified briefings indicated that the evidence collected so far during the probe pointed to "state-sponsored individuals in China."
The bogus Facebook page has been taken down, officials said, and while it's unlikely classified military secrets were ever posted, those behind the fake page conceivably have access to personal data from Facebook of senior military personnel, the Sunda... reported.
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Permalink Reply by NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim on -
Paul, this story needs to be posted on the Navy Dads Facebook page. Also Navy Parents, and I will put it on our Indiana group page.
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said:if you think all this OPSEC stuff and Facebook is overblown, read on:
How spies used Facebook to try to steal NATO chief's details
Published: March 11, 2012Seems Adm. James Stavridis was hacked -- and by Chinese spies no less, according to the U.K.'s Sunday Telegraph.
A recent investigation has revealed that senior British military officers and Defense Ministry officials accepted "friend requests" from a bogus Facebook account users thought to belong to Stavridis, head of U.S. European Command and NATO's most senior commander. The move apparently let hackers gain access to private email addresses, phone numbers and pictures, the Telegraph reported.
While NATO officials haven't publically pointed the finger at China, the Sunday Telegraph reported that information gleamed from classified briefings indicated that the evidence collected so far during the probe pointed to "state-sponsored individuals in China."
The bogus Facebook page has been taken down, officials said, and while it's unlikely classified military secrets were ever posted, those behind the fake page conceivably have access to personal data from Facebook of senior military personnel, the Sunda... reported.
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Keep Your Family Safe: Practice Operational Security on Social Media
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Sailors and Navy families can prevent potential adversaries from discovering critical information on social media sites by practicing operational security.
Examples of critical information includes where a ship is going and when it is returning home or information about Sailors who deploy as individual augmentees.
Navy families, too, should remain vigilant in not volunteering any information that could unnecessarily put their Sailors in harm's way. Deployed and even day-to-day operations are in many cases classified, and those sharing information with each loved ones or friends should recognize the importance of keeping sensitive information secure.
"Family members are vital to the success of the Navy," Shauna Turner, manager of the Deployment Support Program at the Fleet and Family Support Program, said. "But, potential adversaries also understand this."
It is not unprecedented for spouses and family members of U.S. military personnel to be targeted for intelligence collection. This is true in the United States and especially true overseas.
Navy family members all know some bits of critical information. It may not be classified, and it may even seem insignificant. But, to the potential adversary, it is a piece of the puzzle. The power of emerging media tools is a two-edged sword: It makes information exceptionally accessible when posted - for anyone who is interested, including potential adversaries.
When communicating on social media sites do not post the following information:
- Exact deployment dates or return dates. This applies to ships, subs, squadrons and individual augmentees.
- Dates or location of a ship's upcoming ports of call.
- Detailed information about a mission.
- References to trends in crew's morale or an individual's personal problems.
- Details concerning security procedures, response times or tactics.
- Information about equipment readiness.
- Speculations about future operations.
"The main rule is to simply use common sense," Turner said. "Think before you post. Anything you post on social media, including photos, is instantly available around the world. When in doubt, don't post it."
Social media sites allow Sailors and Navy families to keep in contact like never before. It is a wonderful way to feel close to someone who is far away. Sailors and Navy families are encouraged to enjoy the connection that social media offers while practicing operational security and keeping mindful of the risks presented with the widespread dissemination of information.
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