Who is responsible for protective security across government?
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Who is responsible for protective security across government?
The responsibility for protective security resides with agency heads across government.
However, all individuals working for government are responsible for protective security, particularly clearance holders and those who have security responsibilities relevant to their individual role.
Best practice advice is available advice from:
New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS)
Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB)
Document links
- Protective security roles and responsibilities
- Implementing a risk based approach to protective security
Page last modified: 3/02/2020
