Which term refers to the portion of information security concerned with the protection of classified information in the custody of U.S. industry?

• A. Industrial Security
• B. Cybersecurity
• C. Physical Security
• D. Personal Security

Answer: (A)

The core idea is protecting classified information when it’s in the hands of private industry, such as contractors working with the government. Industrial Security covers the safeguards, policies, and procedures used to protect that information while it’s in the custody of U.S. industry, including requirements for personnel clearances, secure facilities, and properly handling and storing sensitive material under programs like the National Industrial Security Program.

Cybersecurity focuses on protecting digital systems and data from cyber threats in general, which is broader than the specific context of classified information in industry custody. Physical Security centers on safeguarding facilities and physical access but doesn’t address the classification, handling, and safeguarding rules for information itself. Personal Security deals with the safety of individuals rather than protecting information.