The Oversight and Liaison (O&L) Division is tasked to maintain close liaison with government oversight elements. The objective of SSC is to maintain open and timely relations with all organizations working to strengthen IC security. The establishment of the SSC has allowed for the IC security oversight community to have a focal point for security matters. The O&L Division is structured in the following two branches:

• The Assessment & Liaison Branch conducts security assessments throughout the IC for insight into security implementation, while confirming the level of compliance with existing security directives. Teams conducting on-site liaison visits also provide the latest information on new policies, confirm application of security policy and identify trends or issues that require action by the SSC. The branch can also conduct specific issue surveys, in-depth organizational-based reviews and other more detailed analyses, as needed.



• The Special Review Branch manages the Security Incident Reporting Office, which provides guidance, oversight and conducts special inquiries in response to security incidents as required by ICD 701 (Security Policy Directive for Unauthorized Disclosure of Classified Information) and other policy. Incidents are reported to IC leaders, monitored until the investigation is completed and analyzed for trends and countermeasures. The branch also conducts related education and awareness efforts.