A local representative from the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency who provides advice and assistance to establish the security program and to ensure a facility is in compliance with the National Industrial Security Program is called what?

• A. Industrial Security Representative (IS Rep)
• B. Facility Security Officer (FSO)
• C. Program Security Officer (PSO)
• D. Security Specialist

Answer: (A)

The concept being tested is the role of a DCSA field representative who helps establish and ensure compliance with the National Industrial Security Program at a facility. The best answer is Industrial Security Representative because this is the official DCSA designation for a local representative who provides advice and hands-on assistance to set up the security program and keep the facility aligned with NISP requirements. This role is distinct from the on-site security manager, who runs the day-to-day security as the Facility Security Officer, and from the Program Security Officer who operates at a program or corporate level. It’s also more specific than a generic Security Specialist, which isn’t tied to the DCSA’s facility-visit, compliance-focused duties. The IS Rep works with the facility’s security team to guide program development, readiness for assessments, and ongoing adherence to NISPOM standards.