Primary definition
A space inside one physically protected perimeter. Separate areas of equal protection may be considered part of the same PPS if the communication links between them are provided sufficient physical protection. Source: CNSSI No. 5002
Also known asPPS · Physically Protected Perimeter
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— Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015View source
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A space inside one physically protected perimeter. Separate areas of equal protection may be considered part of the same PPS if the communication links between them are provided sufficient physical protection. Source: CNSSI No. 5002
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015 · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Physically Protected Space (pps). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 13, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/physically-protected-space-pps
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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