CHAIRMAN OF THE JOINT
CHIEFS OF STAFF
INSTRUCTION
JOINT OPERATIONS SECURITY
References: See Enclosure C
1. Purpose. To provide CJCS policy and guidance for planning and executing
operations security (OPSEC) in support of joint military operations, activities,
plans, training, exercises, and capabilities.
2. Superseded/Cancelled. CJCSI 3213.01C, 17 July 2008, “Joint Operations
Security,” is hereby superseded.
3. Applicability. This instruction applies to the Joint Staff, Combatant
Commands, Services, Combat Support Agencies, and joint activities reporting
to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (hereinafter referred to collectively
as the DoD Components”).
4. Policy. Applicable organizations will plan and execute OPSEC operations,
activities, plans, training, exercises, and capabilities in accordance with this
instruction. See Enclosure A.
5. Definitions. See Glossary.
6. Responsibilities. See Enclosure B.
7. Summary of Changes. This revision of CJCSI 3213.01:
a. Includes OPSEC considerations in contracting, in the review procedures
prior to public release of information, and during Freedom of Information Act
(FOIA) requests.
b. Broadens the scope of OPSEC training and expands the audience to
include DoD family members and others.
