AFSOCI16-1404 governs the Alternative Compensatory Control Measures Program for Headquarters AFSOC and AFSOC assigned units.
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AFSOCI16-1404 covers ACCM information, coordination officers, access procedures, and security controls. It requires written appointments and policies, database tracking, indoctrination before access, and verification of security clearances.
Applies to: It provides guidance and procedures for persons assigned to or working for Headquarters (HQ) Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) and AFSOC assigned units.
ACCMs are a unique security control for the protection of classified information when other security measures detailed in Executive Order No. 12958 and DOD Directive 5200.1-R, are determined to be insufficient for that purpose and where Special Access Program (SAP) controls are not warranted or approved. (paragraph 1)
ACCM Coordination Officers (ACCM COORDs) are access controllers required to enforce strict Need-to-Know (NTK) and material contribution policies for each ACCM as defined by the Program Sponsor for all personnel. No persons shall be accessed for expedience or convenience. (paragraph 1)
No persons will be granted access to ACCM material before they are indoctrinated to the program and recorded in USSOCOM’s consolidated ACCM access database. (paragraph 2)
A SECRET clearance is the minimum required to access ACCM material. However, more restrictive ACCMs may require a TOP SECRET clearance. (paragraph 2)
The Primary ACCM COORD will be an O-3, civilian equivalent, or higher. (paragraph 2)