1. A subset of Classified National Intelligence concerning or derived from intelligence sources, methods, or analytical processes, that is required to be protected within formal access control systems established by the Director of National Intelligence. Source: ICD 703 2. Classified information concerning or derived from intelligence sources, methods, or analytical processes, which is required to be handled within formal access control systems established by the Director of National Intelligence. Source: NSA/CSS Manual Number 3-16 (COMSEC)
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1. A subset of Classified National Intelligence concerning or derived from intelligence sources, methods, or analytical processes, that is required to be protected within formal access control systems established by the Director of National Intelligence. Source: ICD 703 2. Classified information concerning or derived from intelligence sources, methods, or analytical processes, which is required to be handled within formal access control systems established by the Director of National Intelligence. Source: NSA/CSS Manual Number 3-16 (COMSEC)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Sensitive Compartmented Information (sci). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/sensitive-compartmented-information-sci
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