Reporting Requirements for Personnel with Access to Classified NSI or Who Hold a Sensitive Position

Personnel in covered positions who have access to classified information or who hold a sensitive position are required and obligated to report certain activities. Reportable activities include but are not limited to: foreign contacts, alcohol abuse, criminal activity, foreign travel, etc. 

How to Report?

The Department's secure reporting portal can be accessed here: Commerce personnel only REPORT HERE

For questions related to Department of Commerce Personnel Security Reporting Requirements (SEAD-3), please contact the OSY Personnel Security Program office at OSY_PERSEC@doc.gov or main office line (202) 482-8115.

FAQs and more SEAD 3 information

• DOC Memo for Implementation of  SEAD 3 Reporting Requirements - September 14, 2021 (Commerce Personnel Only)
• DOC Memo for Implementation of  SEAD 6 Continuous Evaluation - January 27, 2021 (Commerce Personnel Only)
• SEAD 3 Reporting Requirements Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• SEAD 3 Interactive Module - This module allows employees to work through a process to determine if SEAD 3 applies to them and gives a basic overview of the reporting requirements.
• ODNI/NCSC SEAD 3 Briefing - This briefing gives employees an overview of the reporting requirements. 

Resources

Security Executive Agent Directive (SEAD) - 3  Reporting Requirements for Personnel with Access to Classified Information or Who Hold a Sensitive Position