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!!!
- App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/opsec/id1031272509?mt=8
- GooglePlay: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tracen.opsec
Below is a link to a PDF presentation from the NAVY regarding OPSEC and the use of social media......
Replies to This Discussion
-
Permalink Reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on
-
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...
-
-
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.
-
-
-
-
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.
-
-
-
Permalink Reply by Rik Tweed on
-
Glad to learn about OPSEC right up front - important stuff, matter of life or death. Will share this with my wife. Thanks.
-
-
what we really watch for Rik are postings that define ship movements like: USS Heavy Water will arrive at such-and-such a port at 14:00 hours on the 21st, and any posting about such-and-such a collection of sailors deploy to ....at.....hrs on ....
-
-
Terrorist tweets: how Al Qaeda's social media move could cause problems
Al Qaeda and its affiliates are moving onto social media after years of relying largely on chat rooms to spread their doctrine online, a study says. The trend raises a host of questions.
http://news.yahoo.com/terrorist-tweets-al-qaedas-social-media-move-...
-
-
from SocialNews Daily:
Internet-initiated crimes are on the rise and it is almost solely the evil doing of social network users. According to a recent study 81% of all internet-initiated crimes involve the “help” of popular social media platforms.
While Facebook and Twitter are the biggest “helpers” for online criminals, other social networks also often assist in internet-initiated crimes.
Criminals use social networking to gather information and target victims. Are going to be in Las Vegas for a week? Don’t post about it publicly and then leave your house unguarded.
According to the study, cyber crime, burglary, and sex crimes are the three categories of criminal offenses which are most often initiated by social media sites
-
Permalink Reply by Bill Penrod on
-
My Girl friend in Olongapo City, Philippines would write me letters letting me know the exact date of my ship's arrival at Subic Bay. I married her....................
-
-
Awesome Opsec page.
-
Permalink Reply by Michael J Conway on
-
As a practicing cyber security professional, I appreciate you putting this out here for those new to OPSEC and for those of us that have been around it for a long time and need a reminder. The only thing I would change on here is the last bit on passwords. Over the last 20 years or so, we have gotten really good at teaching people how to make passwords really hard to remember. Because of that, guidance from organizations such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have been updated. How-to-Geek has a greet post on how to create a "strong" password.
MISSION STATEMENT:
NavyDads mission is to Provide Support, Encouragement, and Knowledge to Sailors and their Families throughout their Journey together in the United States Navy.
NavyDads can only succeed with your help. We receive no outside funding and every dollar you donate helps us cover operating costs and helps keep this site running.
KEY INFORMATION
Community Guidelines
How To Get Started
Boot Camp Group
Navy Enlisted Rates & Non-Commissioned Officers Rates
Navy Lingo & Slang
Navy Links
U.S. Navy Ships
Delayed Entry Program
Red Cross Services for Military Families
Google-Based NavyDads Search
Events
Blog Posts
Question about communication....
Posted by Scott Shiley on June 21, 2024 at 8:44am 5 Comments 0 Likes
Phishing for Info
Posted by Michael J Conway on April 18, 2023 at 4:08pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
USPS MILITARYKIT - **FREE**
Posted by Joseph Hernandez on January 28, 2023 at 11:54am 1 Comment 1 Like
Before A School
Posted by Philip Steinert on January 2, 2023 at 2:10pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
My little sailor
Posted by william joseph wolfcale on December 3, 2022 at 4:08pm 2 Comments 2 Likes
my dad skII Wolfcale
Posted by william joseph wolfcale on December 3, 2022 at 4:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Off to A School
Posted by Michael J Conway on November 13, 2022 at 9:55pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Son leaves for San Diego
Posted by Jeff J Sperekas on June 25, 2022 at 7:33pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Requesting a re-assignment
Posted by Wesley Scott Phillips on January 5, 2022 at 11:37am 3 Comments 0 Likes
CHIEF PETTY OFFICER
Posted by John W Hensman on October 9, 2021 at 4:21pm 0 Comments 1 Like
Form letter
Posted by John D O'Rourke on September 16, 2021 at 5:58am 2 Comments 1 Like
Boot Camp
Posted by Mark F Durovka on March 22, 2021 at 8:46pm 2 Comments 2 Likes
RTC
Posted by Thomas ODonnell on January 10, 2021 at 3:00pm 7 Comments 0 Likes
Bittersweet Happiness
Posted by Jim Lisi on December 13, 2020 at 1:21pm 3 Comments 1 Like
Pride and Honor
Posted by Elliott Peigen on September 7, 2020 at 9:56am 2 Comments 0 Likes
Introducing Myself
Posted by John Lillyblad on March 18, 2020 at 4:38pm 5 Comments 0 Likes
Mail problems
Posted by Fernando Bolano on March 17, 2020 at 2:36pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
SHIP 06 DIV 100
Posted by Chris Koning on February 9, 2020 at 3:54pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Ship 10 Div 114
Posted by Mike Cunningham on February 3, 2020 at 2:15pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Day ONE
Posted by Mike Cunningham on January 15, 2020 at 1:23pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
© 2024 Created by E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin.
Powered by
