Mission Luanda   2

The Regional Security Office (RSO) provides the front line of security for DOS
personnel, their families, U.S. diplomatic missions, and national security information. The RSO
develops and implements the programs that shield U.S. missions and residences from physical
and technical attacks. The RSO also serves to monitor the performance of the local guard
services Contractor.

The primary mission of the local guard service is to provide protection for United States
personnel, facilities and equipment from damage or loss due to violent attack and theft. The
local guards act as an early warning signal to U.S. Mission Luanda and the RSO. The local
guard force will carry out specific actions as described in these orders and individual Guard Post
orders in case of emergencies. The local guard services shall prevent unauthorized access;
protect life; maintain order; deter criminal attacks against employees; dependents and property
and terrorist acts against all U.S. assets, and prevent damage to Government property.