1. Individual, or (system) process acting on behalf of an individual, authorized to access an information system. Source: NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4 2. An individual who is required to use COMSEC material in the performance of his/her official duties and who is responsible for safeguarding that COMSEC material. See hand receipt holder and local element. Source: CNSSI No. 4005 (COMSEC); NSA/CSS Manual Number 3-16 (COMSEC)
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1. Individual, or (system) process acting on behalf of an individual, authorized to access an information system. Source: NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4 2. An individual who is required to use COMSEC material in the performance of his/her official duties and who is responsible for safeguarding that COMSEC material. See hand receipt holder and local element. Source: CNSSI No. 4005 (COMSEC); NSA/CSS Manual Number 3-16 (COMSEC)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). User. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/user
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