When you sign the SCI Nondisclosure Statement (NdS), what commitment are you making?

When you sign the SCI Nondisclosure Statement (NdS), you are committing to a lifelong responsibility to protect sensitive U.S. Government classified intelligence information. This commitment highlights the seriousness with which the government treats classified materials, as they may contain vital information pertaining to national security.

The NdS signifies that, even after the termination of your employment or access to the sensitive information, you are still obligated to uphold the confidentiality of the classified data you had access to. This ensures that sensitive information remains secure and that individuals cannot disclose it, either intentionally or unintentionally, at any point in the future.

The lifelong nature of this commitment reflects the ongoing potential risks associated with the disclosure of classified information and underscores the importance of safeguarding national security interests. The other options, which suggest limited, temporary, or conditional commitments, do not capture the enduring nature of the responsibilities outlined in the NdS.