Who is the Executive Agent for National Security Systems?
The Executive Agent of the Government for national security systems is the Secretary of Defense. This designation was mandated by National Security Directive (NSD)-42, “National Policy for the Security of National Security Telecommunications and Information Systems”, dated 5 July 1990. The Executive Agent is responsible for implementing, under his signature, various policies and procedures to increase the security of national security systems. His specific duties are listed in NSD-42.
